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Liberon Spirit Wood Dye

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Liberon Spirit Wood Dye

4.8/5 (24 reviews)
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An ethanol-based wood dye, ideal for colouring new and old, bare wood, i.e. stripped antique furniture.

Features

  • An Ethanol-based wood dye for colouring interior softwoods and hardwoods
  • Ideal for antique restoration and other previously finished wood
  • Colours can be intermixed to create new colours and shades
  • Especially good for colouring dense hardwoods
  • Very high V.O.C
Brand
Liberon
Drying time
6 hrs
No. of coats
2 coats
Size
250ml, 1L
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Overview

Liberon Spirit Wood Dye is a spirit-based wood dye, suitable for use on new and reclaimed interior timbers. It may be over-coated with a wood wax, oil or varnish, and may also be used to tint French Polish.

All the colours can be mixed to give intermediate shades. This is especially useful if a new piece of timber has to be coloured to match a repair, or blend with an existing piece.

Preparation

Ensure the surface to be dyed is clean, dry and free from any dust, dirt or any other surfaces contaminants.

Bare Wood

  1. Fill any holes, splits or gaps with a suitable wood filler
  2. Ensure that the wood has been correctly and thoroughly sanded
  3. Remove all traces of sanding dust with a vacuum cleaner or damp cloth
  4. If required, wood can be cleaned or degreased with a white (uncoloured) cloth dampened with methylated spirit

Previously Treated Wood

  1. All existing finishes must be completely removed back to bare wood
  2. Old wax finishes can be removed with Liberon Wax and Polish Remover
  3. Remove any existing varnish finishes with a suitable paint stripper or varnish remover
  4. Alternatively, old finishes can be removed by sanding, taking care to remove all traces of sanding dust

Application

Always do a test area before starting any project to assess product suitability and final finish. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on the tin at all times. Shake well before use.

Make sure you have sufficient dye to finish the work. If more than one tin of dye is required to complete the work, mix the tins together to ensure a uniform colour.

  1. Apply one liberal coat of Spirit Wood Dye with a natural bristle brush or lint-free cloth, working with the grain wherever possible
  2. Allow the stain to penetrate, then remove any excess with a clean cotton cloth
  3. For a stronger colour, apply a second coat after 4 hours and allow to fully dry

Some Points of Note

  • Application of a second coat may lift the first coat
  • Do not mix spirit-based dyes with water-based dyes
  • Do not mix this product with white spirit-based dyes
  • Caution must be taken when using French polish and Shellac-based sealers, as over-brushing may remove the stain
  • Caution must be taken when using oil-based finishes over Liberon Spirit Wood Dye. Keep brush
    strokes to a minimum as over brushing may lift out the colour

FAQ

Is Liberon Spirit Wood Dye suitable for exterior wood?

This is designed to be used on internal woods. We cannot advise how this would perform or how long it will last when used outside.

Datasheets

  • 5 stars: 21 (88%)
  • 4 stars: 1 (4%)
  • 3 stars: 2 (8%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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HG
Very tricky to use

This is the 2nd time I've used this stain. It's very difficult to use to get an even coverage. You have to work extremely fast with it. I don't know if it's just this stain or stains in general.

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Freddiesea
Good Product - Good Price

Exceptional service, which goes with product and price. Would recommend both product and, especially, Wood Finishes Direct.

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Susan Cunningham
Used this on oak veneered ply - pleased with the effect of 2 coats - good even stain.

Used this on oak-veneered ply -pleased with the result - 2 applications produced a good, even stain.

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Nigel Scoffield
Good product

Mixes easily with danish oil for even finish

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Jeff Benson
High quality product and reasonably priced

Great spirit wood dye that looks natural for your furniture

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Kim Ballantyne
So easy to apply

Love these spirit dyes, great for making my birch ply pyrography look much classier.

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Sean Bartley
Always a great product

A great product, I use it a lot but water based stain is easier for people who don't stain often.

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Barry Vaughan
What it says on the tin

Easy to use and very effective for changing the colour of new wood - would buy again. The tin covers a large area if used sparingly.

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Norman Hill
Does what it says on the tin

A good product at a good price and good service. If you need help they are there to advise you.

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Mrs Geraldine Darlington
Good coverage

Does what it says on the tin

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Alexandra Hugianu
It was really easy to use and love the result on solid oak door.

It was really easy to use and love the result on solid oak door.

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Andrew Brown
Perfect

I am always very impressed with the level of support and speed of delivery.

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Roger Gilmore
So much better than Watergate stains.

Bought this stuff because I've used various water based stains and none of them give the full rich deep colour that I wanted. Used it on some Douglas fir Windows fitted in 1986 after stripping them back to bare wood. Finished with Impra external varnish also from wood finishes direct. Used the varnish begore 5 years ago on other windows, it lasts well only needed minor touching up this year. Highly recommended.

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Rod Mirams
Easy to apply

Does what it says on the can

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Graham Curtis
Dries very quickly. Difficult to stop clotting in crevices in detailed carving.

Penetration in a hard, close grained wood like maple seems poor. Seems to lay on the surface and dry quickly and leave streaks from cloth or brush application. If, in the future, I need to stain maple, I will have to experiment with other manufacturer's products. Liberon have a good reputation, so this result is very disappointing and leads to uncertaimty.

Good Afternoon, It would be fair to say that the type, age and condition of the wood you are apply to will impact on the finish that will be achieved. How much the wood will absorb naturally will intensify or reduce the colour achieved. Pigment uptake with a hardwood will be less and so colour will not be as intense. Good, even sanding can also impact on take up and the high the grit you sand to the more you close the grain of the wood, this will again reduce uptake of the product. Test areas are always recommended and alternate stains include Manns Classic Oak or Pine Stains and Morrells Light Fats Stains. For further advice, please do not hesitate to get int ouch with our friendly team on 01303 213 838. Kind regards Samantha.

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Gordon Gentry
Good colour and coverage

This product gives a good even finish which I really appreciate. Used on many projects.

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Martin Cross
I’ve used Liberons wood stain for many years good product.

Liberons wood stain covers well without spoiling the the natural beauty of the wood. It has a long shelf life so even if rarely used it will still give you beautiful results.

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Dr K MacLennan-Brown
Excellent

Spirit stains work better than water based stains in my opinion

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David Wyn Lewis
A well known trusted product.

I carry out restoration of old heirloom furniture and Liberon products are used every time. I can match the existing finish very easily.

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Mark Noel
Excellent product, speedy service

Quality, spirit based wood stain (walnut) was ideal for my task. Thanks!

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TONY HARDY
Applies easily good colour.

Applied to a massive floor area covers evenly and colour was consistent nice rich dark oak colour finished with hard wax oil.

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Norman Brown PT
Much better to use than the water equivalents available in my experience.

Much better to use than the water equivalents available in my experience.

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DAVID MACLEAN
exactly what I required at a good price

The dye performed very well and is a quality product

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ken paterson
great product, so easy to apply.

i found foam paint pads gave the best results. touch dry in 20 mins. use in a well ventilated area though.

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