Dave A Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 I have a set of Forte II's with the front top strip of Walnut veneer in bad shape and removed. Bought a roll of veneer that will bond to the substrate with heat but my problem is duplicating that reddish aged color. Any suggestions? What is the best way to precisely cut this veneer for correct fit also and tips on this are welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason str Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Razor knife & straightedge to cut the veneer. Forte II should just be an oil but you may need to experiment with a few types as the oil has aged with the wood and may be sun faded as well proving difficult to find a combination that will be an exact match. Take your time and it will be worthwhile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtr20 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 I like Watco rejuvenating oil. Test some on a spare piece of veneer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godataloss Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 Pics would be helpful. A mahogany stain might be what you're after. Cut it a little big and sand it to fit.Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave A Posted October 27, 2018 Author Share Posted October 27, 2018 I have some Mahogany stain and and it made it very dark and not reddish. From what I gather looking around today I need a dye more than a stain and the Watco can be used. Can't seal or oil this until I have a decent color match. I have a lot to practice on before the install so there is that. I will try pictures tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceptorman Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 Mainly trial and error on a scrap piece. Use a few different colors of stains, maybe even custom mixing some. It could take a while, you can't be in a hurry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khornukopia Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 There was a long ago forum thread about walnut matching, and I believe the recommendation was for Minwax Gunstock color stain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave A Posted October 28, 2018 Author Share Posted October 28, 2018 On 10/27/2018 at 7:10 AM, Ceptorman said: Mainly trial and error on a scrap piece. Use a few different colors of stains, maybe even custom mixing some. It could take a while, you can't be in a hurry. So I am finding out. It is worthwhile to learn but it would sure be nice to have a physical mentor for something like this. Trial and error gets tedious quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceptorman Posted October 28, 2018 Share Posted October 28, 2018 34 minutes ago, Dave A said: So I am finding out. It is worthwhile to learn but it would sure be nice to have a physical mentor for something like this. Trial and error gets tedious quickly. Yes it does. I get frustrated when I don't see immediate progress. Some have good luck with Youtube, it is helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave A Posted October 28, 2018 Author Share Posted October 28, 2018 I probably did not spend enough time there looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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