Stain color to replicate 50's vintage golden look.

[cuyeda]

Something out of can without mixing additives is Zinser Bullseye Shellac. For darker results put on more coats.

[Bucko6]

Thanks to all for their input. I decided I need lighter than the golden oak. Will try some of the recepies you folks have suggested.

[48Rob]

Buck,

Good luck with your search!
Here is a link to another forum where there is a discussion about how to replicate the "blond" color for replacement paneling, may be of help...

http://repairingyesterdaystrailers.yuku.com/topic/514

Rob

[Wolfgang92025]

Rob,

Thanks for posting your color recipe.
I never knew Watco sold danish oil in other colors that medium and dark walnut. That's all my big box stores carry. Went to Dixieline Lumber and got myself some more colors to try out. I like working with danish oil much better than any other stain I have tried in the past.

Thanks again

Wolfgang

[48Rob]

Wolfgang,

You're welcome!

I prefer it too, over other types of stain, because of the ease in mixing, the many color combinations you can produce, and the shelf life, which is years.

You do need to get it spread out quickly though, so you get even penetration.
If you "drip" some while doing a 4x8 sheet of ply, but don't spread/wipe it down until you get to that area, it will leave a mark...not as bad as other stains, but still...

A 1/4 teaspoon measure is a handy and economical way to experiment.
The 1/4 teaspoon representing "1 part".

The only thing I don't like about it is the inflated price...

Rob

[Bucko6]

Thanks all! The Zinsler Amber Shellac did the trick! And it is easy too!