Cabinets, Furniture, Woodworks/Wood Staining

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Expert: - 2/20/2009


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I had some cabinet doors replaced on some old built-ins.  The original wood was a stained and polyurethaned pine.  I don't have the name of the original stain. I am trying to match it as closely as possible. No stain seems a close enough match.  I think the color has yellowed. It has been about 5 years. Any suggestions?

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Hi Peggy
Nice to hear from you.
Yes I have a suggestion.
Mix one part liquid drain opener with one part water.
Wear eye and hand protection and apply this to the pine with a brush.
You will see it instantly yellows the wood.
Over this (after drying of course),you apply a Minwax oil stain. Possibly Minwax Golden Oak color but you will have to judge.
This method serves two purposes. It yellows the wood but also eliminates the blotching pine is so prone to.
Always test in a hidden area before proceeding.
Good Luck
Regards
Eileen  

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