Liberon Spirit Wood Dye

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.

• Looking for a water-based wood dye? Try Liberon Palette Wood Dye

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 Woodleys 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

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

Once dry, Liberon Spirit Wood Dye can be sealed in with a suitable varnish, wood oil, wax or polish.

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.