Burl wood
can be dyed a variety of colors.
Burl wood develops on different trees at different rates and to different sizes. Highly sought after by artists, craftsmen and carpenters from a variety of cultures, burl wood is often fashioned into chairs, tables and sculptures. Burl wood is treated like other kinds of lumber, often being stained or even dyed different colors. According to burlwood.org, Sapphire blue, buckeye ruby and hunter green are among the most popular colors for dyed burl wood. Burl wood can be easily dyed a number of colors.
Instructions
1. Sand the burl wood with sandpaper, beginning with a higher grain and moving to a lower grain. Sand in the direction of the grain to prevent scratches from forming across the burl.
2. Clean the burl with a damp cloth to remove any sandpaper residue or other dust.
3. Mix the wood dye according to the instructions on the label. Apply the dye in slow even, back and forth strokes with a paint brush. Let the dye dry before deciding whether or not to apply another coat.
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