DYES - TRANSTINT

TRANSTINT® LIQUID DYES: TransTints are solutions of metal-complex dyes in a special solvent that offers the finisher many unique options in applying these dyes.

Sizes available (plastic bottles) -- 2 fl. oz, 8 fl. oz., 16 fl. oz.

"TransTint Dyes are superior........ and the colors are gorgeous."
     - Chris Minick, Fine Woodworking Magazine

To use as a Dye Stain: Mix with tap or distilled water for an economical, non-flammable stain.

Or mix with alcohol (that's right!) for a fast-drying, non-grain raising stain. No waiting or straining is necessary because the dye is pre-dissolved.

Suggested mix ratio is 2 oz. dye per 1/2 gallon solvent (increase or decrease ratio to suit need). Dye solutions can be applied by brush, rag, spray, or sponge. When using a water-reduced dye, a pre-grain raising is advisable -- apply the dye with an abrasive pad like maroon Scotchbrite.

To use as a finish toner: One of TransTint Dyes most unique features is their compatibility with a wide range of finishing mediums. Simply add the dye concentrate directly to shellac, water-base finishes, solvent lacquers, and catalyzed varnish or lacquers. Add any amount up to 1 oz. per quart. All 14 dye colors (8 wood tones, 6 accent colors) are intermixable to produce custom shades.

TransTint Dyes can be added to some oil-based products. First, mix 1 part dye with 4 parts acetone before adding to the finish. The dye/acetone mix can be added directly to linseed oil, pure tung oil, and oil-based varnishes. Do not exceed 2 oz. of this mixture per quart. Shake solution thoroughly before applying to wood. TransTints cannot be added to most of the “Danish” oils or finishes thinned with a high ratio of mineral spirits.

Note: When using any dye or colorant, we highly recommend testing your colors first on scraps or cut-offs along with your selected top coat before applying to your projects. TransTint Dyes are not for exterior use.

TransTint Dye colors shown below on curly maple.

Note: Actual dye colors may vary from the samples shown below due to variances in color monitors.

Lemon Yellow TT6020	Bright Red -- like a fire engine. TT6021
Blue -- a clean, bright and vivid blue. TT6022	Bright Green -- bright, cool green shade. TT6024
Orange -- not too bright, good for warming up other colors. TT6025	Black -- a slight purple undertone. TT6023
Honey Amber -- a "must" color, use for duplicating yellowing of old woods and establishing uniformity to undertones. TT6001	Golden Brown -- yellow undertone, good base color for lighter "Mission Finishes" and for maple. TT6002
Medium Brown -- another "must" color, just your basic brown. TT6004	Brown Mahogany -- a warm, chocolate brown but not too dark. TT6008
Reddish Brown -- a brown with a strong red/orange undertone. TT6003	Dark Mission Brown -- a dark brown with yellow/orange undertones. TT6006
Dark Walnut -- a clean, vivid dark brown with a hint of red. TT6005	Cordovan -- a dark red brown with a touch of purple. TT6007
Bordeaux	Dark Vintage Maple -- A rich caramel color that emulates antique maple. Part #: TT6009