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Rusty
PostPosted: Sun Sep 13, 2009 9:40 pm 
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Hey guys - I'm about to start spraying some KTM-9 and was curious to see if anyone has experience with water based dyes compatible (or just better) to use with KTM-9. I'm looking to darken up some African mahogany specifically.
Any suggestions? Something I can pick up at the local hardware/woodworking store possibly?

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Robbie O'Brien
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Rusty,

I use the transtint universal dyes when wanting to tint a finish. They are soluble in alcohol, water or solvent based products. This way I never have to worry about using the right dye with the right finish.
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Rusty
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I'm looking actually to stain the wood before the clear coat goes on. Don't think I was clear when I first posted the question. Thanks.

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Michael Dale Payne
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Unless you are going for opaque color than I am with Robbie no matter if you are staining the wood or adding tent to the finish. Stewmac’s transparent dye is Transtint sold under Stewmac's label
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Rusty
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Great - thanks for the info. I'll take a look at this stuff.

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