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Without wood stains, the wood care industry would be very limited. While solid wood has a unique natural look, sometimes we get sick of the same colour and we want to be able to change it, make it more modern or try to match some colour patterns within your home or business. You can do so with the help of wood stains. There are so many types of wood stains suitable for so many types of projects and applicable in so many different ways. We will explain to our customers how to use the most popular wood stains from the best brands, how to seal it, wood preparation and the whole process in detail from the bare wood to the finished product.

Wood Stains | Oil Based Wood Stains

There are two types of wood stains, water based wood stains and oil based wood stains. We will only focus on the oil based wood stain because it looks more natural, it preserves the wood better and is easier to apply. We sell three ranges of wood stains products from Bona, Tover and Chimiver. Combined, between the 3 brands of products, our customers are offered over 40 colours of wood stain compatible with pretty much any type of unsealed wood surface.

Wood Stains | Surface Preparation

A wood stain is a colour dye that has to be applied to the unsealed wood to change its colour. All oil based wood stains can “only” be applied to a raw surface or to a wooden surface that was sanded and all the old sealers removed in full. The wood stain has to be able to fully penetrate the wood surface, otherwise it will never dry.

Assessing the surface and making a plan for sanding the surface. Based on the type of pre-existing sealer, the surface can be sanded from the 40 grit sanding paper up. Rougher sanding paper than 40 grit sanding paper can be used only in cases where the wood surface has to be leveled up or heavy duty polyurethane sealers have to be sanded off. Remember to always sand moving along with the fiber of the wood and not against it.
Start by sanding the surface with the rough sanding paper until all evidence of an old sealer has been sanded off. If the sanding process was started with 40 grit sanding paper, then the next step should be 60 grit, then 80 grit and then 100 grit. Do not skip between the grits to avoid creating visible scratches marks from the rougher sanding paper. The surface can be sanded up to 120 grit finish but in some cases, that might be too smooth for the wood stain to penetrate evenly.
The tin of wood stain has to be shaken well for at least 10 seconds to make sure that an even composition is created. Be sure to use gloves to avoid staining the skin for a long period of time. The surface can be stained with a microfiber cloth or an oiling pad when the surface is large and it cannot be done by hand.
Soak the microfiber cloth in the wood stain tin and drain it slightly. The cloth has to be semi wet and not soaked. Apply a thin layer of wood stain moving along with the fiber of the wood. Allow the wood fiber to absorb whatever amount of wood stain it needs and remove the excess. A stained surface will look coloured but not wet or full of uneven patches. When done with an area, move along to the next area without walking on the stained area for a few hours.

Wood Stains | Sealing The Wood Stain

Chimiver wood stains and Tover wood stains will require overcoating after the initial application. Bona Craft Oil 2K Wood Stain can be applied in 1-2 coats without an extra coat of lacquer needed to provide the full protection. All Chimiver, Bona or Tover wood stains can be overcoated with a two pack water based floor lacquer from any of those three brands. To maximize its natural looks and to make sure that the surface is fully protected against high traffic, we recommend the use of matt or semi gloss water based floor lacquers. Only two pack water based floor lacquers are suitable for sealing an oil based wood stain.

Wood Stains | Realistic Expectations

The most essential thing to keep in mind is the fact that a wood stain can look totally different when applied to different types of wood or in some cases to identical types of wood. The way that particular wood surface was maintained, the kind of humidity exposure, sun damage, harsh chemicals, etc, all that can affect the final colour. Just because Chimiver Old Oak Wood Stain was used on your mother’s floor and you love it the way it looks, your hardwood floor might not end up looking the same. To be 100% sure that X wood stain is the one that you like, a sample should be done on your own floors. Also, a wood stain might look one way before lacquering and darker | brighter after 1 coat of lacquer.

Wood Stains | Coverage Area

Again, this is a tricky one. If the wood surface was sanded correctly with all the proper grits and the process was respected in detail, the estimated coverage area should be 30 to 60 sq meters per 1 L. Do not ignore the word estimated. The actual coverage area will be decided by the type of wood (some wood fibers like pine, are very absorbent), the quality of the sanding process, the application system (better coverage when applied with a floor buffer) and the skill of the applicator. One coat is more than enough if applied correctly. The second coat is possible but some wood stains might not dry right unless applied by a professional or with professional tools. In theory, 1 L of wood stain will do 1 large living room + the dining room.

Wood Stains | Mixing Up Colours

If you could not find the right colour within our 40+ colours of wood stains, you can also mix up wood stains. The essential thing is to only mix wood stains from the same brand. While mixing wood stains from a number of brands can work well, reactions can also happen. Sometimes the reactions happen on the spot while sometimes the colour starts losing its colour after a few weeks and the surface can end up patchy under the lacquer.

Another essential thing when mixing up colours is to mix up enough colour to cover the whole surface as mixing up an identical mixture again is nearly impossible. So before making a plan, measure the whole surface and make sure that enough wood stain was mixed to cover the whole surface.

Wood Stains | Disposing Of The Cloth

After you have completed the project and you are happy with the results, you need to make sure that all the microfiber cloths used within the process of wood staining are soaked in clean water before being disposed of. The static energy that accumulates inside the cloth from the friction with the wood, can ignite the solvent that is contained in the wood stain. This information should not be ignored.

Wood Stains | Different Brands

Not all wood stains are the same. Not all wood stains are applied in the same way. Not all wood stains have the same coverage area and not all wood stains are available in the same colour range. For example, a mahogany colour from Chimiver looks nothing like the mahogany colour from Tover. The Bona wood stains also known as Bona Craft 2K Oils are thicker than Chimiver or Tover and have to be mixed with a hardener before being applied to the wood. The Bona Craft Oil 2K do not require overcoating with a water based oil but 1 or two coats of a matt finish is recommended especially when dealing with stairs or very high traffic areas.

Tover Wood Stains | There are 28 distinct colours of wood stains from Tover. The composition of these stains is thicker, it covers a lot of surface and is suitable mostly for professional use. To maximize its coverage area a floor buffer is required for application. The Tover Wood Stain range is sold in 1 L tin and its estimated coverage area is around 30-50 sq meters. The same wood stain can be used for staining wood floors, wood furniture, wood doors & frames and generally all types of wood surfaces. The Tover Wood Stains have to be overcoated with a two pack water based floor lacquer or a solvent based floor lacquer. A beautiful range of colours that are highly appreciated by interior designers and architects.

Chimiver Wood Stains | Chimiver wood stains are a bit thinner than the other types of stains. Being thinner means that it penetrates deeper and it cannot be scratched easily when the wood surface gets scratched. Chimiver wood stains dry very fast and are easily applicable with a cloth or a floor pad. The wood stain can be overcoated with any two pack water based floor lacquer from Chimiver, Tover or Bona. Chimiver Wood Stain is highly appreciated by the professional wood floor refinishing industry. Its easy application system, high coverage area and outstanding natural look finishes have transformed the way the floor sanding contractors stain wood floors. Even better, the wood stains are low fumes and can be successfully used by DIY users.

Bona Wood Stains | Bona wood stain range is called Bona Craft Oil 2K. This is two pack floor oil that is sold with a hardener and it can be overcoated with any two pack water based floor lacquer from Bona, Tover or Chimiver. This particular type of oil can be used as the main sealer in a two coats system or it can be used as a wood stain and then overcoated with a few coats of a matt two pack water based floor lacquer. The Bona Craft Oil 2K is a professional type of wood stain mostly used by the professional trade. To be able to apply it evenly and successfully, the contractor has to be using a low speed floor buffer and some type of application pad. The product has to be mixed up with the hardener before being applied to the wood surface. Like all other types of wood stains, this product can only be used on unsealed, clean and dry wood surfaces. There is a wide range of colours available and those colours can actually be mixed up as well.

Below, we will detail some information about all the colours of wood stain available from all the brands sold by Cleanfast. We want to stress the fact that the same stain can look 100% different on different types of wood. Do not purchase large quantities of wood stain before being sure that the colour selected is actually the colour you want and a small test sample was done on your wood surface. While most wood stains can be applied with a clean cloth, a floor buffer should be used when staining large floor areas.

Chimiver Wood Stains

Chestnut Wood Stain | The Chestnut Wood Stain is a beautiful medium brown wood stain that can really enhance all types of light wood types. If applied to a darker type of wood surface like mahogany, walnut or dark oak, it is literally invisible. It looks amazing when applied to pine wood, white deal wood and a beech wood surface. The wood surface has to be finished with 100 to 120 grit sanding paper, has to be dry, dust free and sealant free. The new Chestnut Wood Stain will make the fiber of the wood much more visible and in the case of an oak floor, it can create an even colour on surfaces that were affected by water damage or some kind of discolorations. The new Chestnut Wood Stain is available in 1 L tins.
Larch Wood Stain | The Larch Wood Stain is a professional quality wood stain that is similar to the chestnut wood stain but slightly lighter. It can also be used on pretty much all types of light wood types to darken up the wood, to enrich the wood and to match new wood with pre-existing floors. 1 L of the new Larch Wood Stain will cover around 50 sq meters when applied with a floor buffer or somewhere around 30 sq meters when applied with a cloth. In some cases, when staining a number of types of wood surfaces, the new Larch Wood Stain is used to blend in old & new floorboards. When used on oak floors, it darkens up the colour of the wood and it creates a darker tone. It looks spectacular when sealed with a matt water based floor lacquer.
Cherry Wood Stain | The Cherry Wood Stain as the name says, has a cherry like colour but not as reddish as other cherry wood stains from other brands. The new Cherry Wood Stain is usually used for staining furniture, kitchen tables, worktops and blending in different colours of wood. It is only compatible with light types of wood fibers. Using it on a dark type of wood will be pointless because it will get lost in the darkness of the wood and it will end up relatively invisible. It can also be used to stain all types of solid and semi solid wood but mostly for kids rooms or playrooms. It can be applied with a good quality cloth or with a floor pad when staining large floor areas. It can be mixed up with other types of wood stains to create unique fun colours. For a really rich finish make sure to overcoat the new Cherry Wood Stain with Chimiver Ecostar 2K Floor Lacquer.
Old Oak Wood Stain | The Old Oak Wood Stain is one of the most popular wood stains from the Chimiver range. It looks like a darkish type of oak surface mixed with walnut. It creates an aged finish on new floors. It creates beautiful rich finishes on all types of wood surfaces. It can be successfully used to stain light and medium dark types of wood surfaces. It looks spectacular when applied to all types of old and new pine floors. The product penetrates the wood in full and it transforms cheaper types of wood fibers into rich and elegant finishes. A matt two pack floor lacquer like the amazing Chimiver Ecostar 2K Floor Lacquer should be used to preserve that special look. It can be applied in a 1 coat system over a new or newly sanded surface. Make sure to shake the wood stain well for at least 10 seconds to create a uniform finish. All cloths used to stain the wood should be soaked in clean water before being disposed of.
Classic Walnut Wood Stain | Not a lot of people can afford to spend hundreds of euro per 1 sq meter of walnut floor. But everyone can afford to buy 1 L of the amazing Classic Walnut Wood Stain and transform their own floors into a classic walnut looking wood floor. The wood stain is mid-darkish and it is compatible with all bright and medium dark types of wood surfaces. It penetrates in full and it exposes the fiber of the wood. A beautiful oil based wood stain that is very popular with furniture restoration companies and with the floor refurbishment contractors. To make sure that the maximum potential is achieved, we recommend proper surface preparation and detailed application. The thin wood stain should be mixed up properly to make sure that all the wood stain has an even consistency and after the initial application, all excess wood stain should be removed with a clean cloth. The new Classic Walnut Wood Stain looks amazing when sealed with any two pack floor lacquer but it looks more special when sealed with a semi gloss finish.
Old Walnut Wood Stain | The Old Walnut Wood Stain is a very rich and darkish type of wood stain that can be used to create rich finishes on cheap types of wood surfaces or to even up colours on patchy looking dark types of wood surfaces. It looks totally different when used on pine floors than when used on oak floors. Suitable for staining wood furniture, frames, fire places, floors, antique items & other surfaces. One of the best wood stains for evening up discolored wood floors. A consistent composition is essential before applying it to the wood. It can be used by DIY users or by professionals. Loved by many floor sanding and floor refinishing contractors in Ireland. It should be applied in a thin coat over a new or a newly sanded wooden surface that was vacuumed before the application. The actual coverage area can vary depending on a number of factors like the quality of the sanding, the way it is applied and the skill of the applicator. But if you are looking for a rich dark wood stain to enrich your old and boring looking pine floors, try the new Old Walnut Wood Stain.
Grey Wood Stain | Who would have thought that the grey wood stain will ever become so popular? The amazing Grey Wood Stain from Chimiver is in a high demand with those looking for a light colour on their floors or furniture. Unlike other types of grey stains, the new Grey Wood Stain is not that dark and it does not create a pure grey finish but instead it gives the wood a hint of a grey in the grain of the wood. It looks spectacular on oak floors and darkish types of wood floors. The wood stain has to be applied in a very thin coat over a raw or newly sanded wooden surface. Pre-testing for colour suitability is highly recommended. The colour tone will be highlighted by the darkness or lightness of the base wood material. The new Grey Wood Stain can be overcoated with any two pack water based floor lacquer from Bona, Tover and Chimiver. While the estimated coverage area is 50 sq meters per 1 L, the actual coverage area will vary from surface to surface. If you are looking for an contemporary finish on your old and dated wood floor or furniture, use the new Grey Wood Stain on it.
Dove Grey Wood Stain | As the name says it, the new Dove Grey Wood Stain is a very rich grey wood stain that will darken up your wood surface and it will create an even grey finish on it. The new Dove Grey Wood Stain is a high coverage wood stain that is compatible with all types of wood floors and wood furniture. Unlike the grey wood stain, the new Dove Grey Wood Stain is much more visible and it will not just give a hint of grey, but instead it will transform the wood surface into a full grey finish. It can be used to match pre-existing finishes, to get rid of the yellowish colour on pine floors, to enhance light types of wood floors or to create unique color patterns. The new Dove Grey Wood Stain is in big demand with the floor sanding and the floor refurbishment industry because of its unique looks, easy application and its superior coverage area. The floor has to be sanded to perfection to avoid seeing sanding marks under the stain. Any surface that will be stained with the new Dove Grey Wood Stain, has to be 100% sealer free, dust free and dry. One coat of wood stain is more than enough. Do not forget to seal the wood stain with 1-3 coats of water based floor lacquer.
Titanium Grey Wood Stain | The new Titanium Grey Wood Stain is an elegant grey wood stain that will create a grey-white finish. It is easy to apply and it looks spectacular on all types of wood surfaces. The new Titanium Grey Wood Stain is one of the grey wood stains from Chimiver that are based on the original grey wood stain but with a slight whitish tint. This particular type of oil based wood stain is usually used to create that nordic tone finish and to enrich boring types of wood fibers. A fun and unique wood stain highly appreciated by interior designers and architects. While it creates a grey finish, it also looks slightly whitish. Applied on floors that are located in small and narrow rooms, it creates the feeling of space and modern design. It can be overcoated with any two pack water based floor lacquer from Chimiver, Bona or Tover. We recommend the use of a matt or semi gloss water based floor lacquer to avoid creating a laminate like finish. It can also be used to stain wood furniture, wood doors, toys, worktops, etc. Pre-testing for colour suitability is highly recommended.
Stone Wood Stain | The Stone Wood Stain is a pretty popular wood stain that will create a kind of grey-light brown finish on all types of wood surfaces. It can be used for staining all types of unsealed wood surfaces like wood floors, wood tables, wood doors, wood worktops, wood toys, etc. All wood stains from the Chimiver range are not sealers but a colour only. It has to be overcoat with a two pack water based floor lacquer. When applied to a bright type of wood fiber, the amazing Stone Wood Stain will create a medium light grey finish. When applied to dark type of wood fiber, it will create a dark-light brownish finish. The surface has to be sanded to perfection because the darker the stain colour, the more visible all the imperfections or the scratches made during the process of sanding the surface are. To create unique colours or to blend in with unique colours, the amazing Stone Wood Stain can be mixed up with other types of wood stains. Do not forget to remove all the wood stain excess and always remember to apply tiny amounts of wood stain at once. Highly appreciated by those looking for a more contemporary colour on yellow or very bright types of wood.
White Wood Stain | The amazing White Wood Stain is in high demand right now. Just because the amazing White Wood Stain is called “white”, it does not mean that the floor will end up looking painted white. Far from it. The white stain will only provide a hint of white colour in the grain of the wood and it will stop the wood colour from becoming yellow again. A white wood stain like the amazing White Wood Stain is the ideal wood stain for narrow spaces, small rooms and dark rooms. After a quick staining job, the room will end up brighter and much more alive. The white stain can only be used on darkish types of wood surfaces starting from yellow pine all the way to the walnut floors. Used on a bright type of wood surface like a white deal or maple, the colour is not actually noticeable at all. To be applied in one coat only and then to be overcoated with a cool matt lacquer. The same wood stain is compatible with the wood floors, wood doors & frames, wood furniture, wood panels and other types of wood surfaces. Make sure to get a sample test before staining a larger surface to be 100% sure that the level of white provided by this particular stain is as rich as expected. Otherwise you can go for the next Super White Stain from Chimiver.
Super White Wood Stain | Just like the wood stains listed above, the new Super White Wood Stain is suitable for creating white ash, white wash or Scandinavian finishes on darker types of wood surfaces. The only difference between the Super White Wood Stain and the White Wood Stain is the level of white created after the staining. The Super White Wood Stain is really white and it covers up the whole wood while leaving the wood fiber still visible. It is usually used to remove the yellow colour from pine floors, to blend in different wood types and to create the feeling of space. The product is available in a 1 L tin and it will cover up to about 50 sq meters per 1 L. To be applied over a raw or newly sanded wood surface with a cloth or a floor pad. The Super White Wood Stain can be used to stain pretty much any type of wood surface. It looks spectacular when sealed with a matt finish.
Vanilla Wood Stain | This is a stain that creates a light unique finish on light types of wood fibers. It is a kind of mix up between white-grey-brown to create a tea like finish. Not suitable for staining darker types of wood floors and is mostly used for matching old types of floors with new ones. The Vanilla Wood Stain looks great when used on modern furniture, chairs, worktops and children rooms. It has to be applied in one thin coat over a new or newly sanded wood surface. The product is oil based so it can only be overcoated with a two pack water based floor lacquer or a solvent based floor lacquer. The Vanilla Wood Stain is a fun and bright type of wood stain but not as popular as other wood stains from the Chimiver range. If the colour does not match your expectations, you can also add a hint of a different wood stain from Chimiver to darken up or brighten up the colour. The essential thing is to apply a thin coat of wood stain, do not walk on it while it is drying, remove all the excess wood stain and then seal with a proper quality water based floor lacquer.
Havana Wood Stain | The Havana Wood Stain is a dark grey wood stain that will create a rich uniform grey colour. It is compatible with light and bright types of wood surfaces, it dries up in no time and it can be applied with a cloth or a floor buffer. Unlike the other grey wood stains from the Chimiver range, the Havana Wood Stain is really rich and it will transform the look of your hardwood floor or furniture after only one coat. To maximize its unique looks and to achieve spectacular looks, the surface has to be sanded to perfection and finished with 120 grit sanding paper. The amazing Havana Wood Stain is a high coverage wood stain that can cover up to 50-60 sq meters of floor if applied with a low speed floor buffer. The Havana Wood Stain is used to create cozy finishes, to repair discolorations on all types of wood surfaces and to achieve unique elegant finishes. A sample test before going on a larger area is highly recommended. It can be successfully applied on all vertical or horizontal wood surfaces that are fully sanded, dust free, residue free and dry. Wear a pair of gloves to avoid staining your hands and protect all the surfaces that do not require staining.
Fume Wood Stain | If you are on the market for a dark brown wood stain to create a unique finish or to mask some discolorations on old and damaged wooden surfaces, then the new Fume Wood Stain is the ideal wood stain for you. It really darkens up all kinds of light types of wood surfaces and really darkens up darker types of wood fibers. The new Fume Wood Stain is not a wood stain for everyone due to its unique look. It is usually used to stain pub floors, restaurant floors, all types of commercial floors and some furniture as well. Applying it to the wood is not hard at all but it has to be applied to a perfectly finished wood surface without any scratches or sanding imperfections. The best and the most efficient way of applying it is with a low speed floor buffer and some kind of applicator pad. While its estimated coverage area is around 50 sq meters per 1 L , the actual coverage area can be much higher or much lower based on a number of factors like the type of wood, the quality of the sanding and the way it is applied. Highly appreciated by the floor refinishing industry and also by the DIY users. Work in a well ventilated area and do not walk on the surface until the surface looks touch dry. Seal it with a matt looking floor lacquer to protect that elegant finish.
Teak Wood Stain | Here is a wood stain with a wide range of uses. The new Teak Wood Stain is a rich brownish-reddish wood stain that is the answer to many issues when looking for a wood stain that has to blend in old with new floors. It has enough reddish colour to blend in with cherry and larch wood stain but is also compatible with the oak-walnut finishes. The amazing Teak Wood Stain is a beautiful wood stain that when used right on the right type of wood, can create a spectacular finish. It covers a lot, it dries in no time and it gets richer after the first coat of floor lacquer. Other teak wood stains from other brands are sometimes too red or too artificial looking. That is not the case with the new Teak Wood Stain. It can be successfully used to stain all types of light wood fibers and it can be used on wood floors, wood furniture and all other wood surfaces. The product is sold in 1 L tins and it can be used by DIY users and also the professional floor refinishing trade. If you are not happy with the cherry wood stain or the oak wood stains, then you should definitely have a look at the new Teak Wood Stain.
Wenge Wood Stain | The second darkest wood stain from the Chimiver wood stain range. The Wenge Wood Stain is a really dark wood stain that looks a bit brown, a bit black and has a hint of grey as well. A professional quality wood stain highly suitable and compatible with all commercial hardwood floors and residential floors as well. It will transform any type of wood after only one quick coat. It can be applied in one coat system over a clean, dry and sealant free wood surface. If the wood was not prepared right, then the wood stain might not be able to penetrate in full and it might not dry right. To maximize its coverage area and to make sure that there is no excess wood stain on the floor. The Wenge Wood Stain is usually used for creating a black like finish on the wood stain but 100% black. It can be overcoated with any two pack water based floor lacquer from Bona, Chimiver or Tover. You can also use the outstanding Wenge Wood Stain to stain wood furniture and wood fittings, but you need to bear in mind that this wood stain is not for everyone’s taste. If you are planning to treat a larger wood surface, pre-testing is highly recommended.
Black Wood Stain | The Black Wood Stain is not as black as the name says it is. It darkens up the wood surface instantly but it does not cover up the fiber in full. A rich, elegant and easy to apply wood stain. The Black Wood Stain can be used literally on any type of wood surface. It repairs discolorations, it covers up imperfections and it definitely creates unique finishes. It is easily applicable without any professional tools and is as popular with the floor refinishing industry as it is with the DIY users. To create a rich and elegant finish please use a semi gloss water based floor lacquer to seal it. The main requirements are the surface preparation, the sanding has to be done to perfection and the application of the stain has to be done correctly and all the excess removed. Do not apply the wood stain to a large surface unless you are 100% sure that the Black Wood Stain is the right wood stain for you.

Above, we have done our best to detail as much as possible all the relevant information about the whole process. Our company supplies the whole range of Chimiver Wood Stains, Tover Wood Stains and Bona Wood Stains. The process of applying it is pretty much the same for all the brands and the colours are also pretty similar. If you are interested in any of the wood stains listed above or if you are looking for more information about the application method or special deals, call us or email us.

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