You can also use hickory, but it must be sanded with 100-grit sandpaper to open pores before you begin.īirch is a wood to avoid as it absorbs pigment unevenly, and the pigment it does absorb tends to become splotchy. However, when stained properly, it can resemble more expensive woods like cherry or walnut. To achieve this, use a pre-stain conditioner to ensure more even stain absorption. Maple is another species that is not recommended for use with interior stains. It has very tight pores and an uneven grain pattern, which makes for a very blotchy result. If you have your heart set on maple, work with lighter shades of stain. Darker stain equals darker and more noticeable blotches. No matter what stain you choose, the wood will need to have open pores in order for the stain to penetrate. Applying stain to a finished wood surface will not change the color, and the stain will simply wipe off with a cloth. Open pores evenly by sanding with a medium grit paper, and sand in the direction of the grain to avoid leaving any surface scratches. You can use a variety of tools for application including bristle brushes, foam brushes, and cloth. A high-quality bristle brush will hold the most stain and provide even flow when applied to the wood. When using wood with large, open pores, you can increase pressure to push the pigment into the surface.
Use a liberal amount, and brush against the grain to fill the deeper pores.
The longer the stain sits, the darker the result will be.
If you are working on a project in separate pieces, be sure to leave the stain on for the same amount of time to have a uniform finish.
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