Perfect Stain Color for '60s era oak

[robwok]

Had a water damaged panel in my 64 Overlander - next to the door. I took it in, and found that there is a new stain made by minwax. Part of their custom stain line - you have to have it mixed up front. It's called English Oak, and it's a dead ringer for the original color. Very happy with it.

[robwok]

okay, not perfect. I had some water based dyes, and had to add a little yellow. then a little purple. I got it really, really close, but the perfectionist in me isn't happy. Sure looked right in the store, but when you get a couple coats on, it's only very close. Probably no one exept a purist would notice.

[corinnedavid]

Pictures? We have a 1966 Safari with tired oak cabinets. Advice and inspiration welcome. Thanks, Corinne


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[robwok]

I may get to pictures tonight. We'll see. Mine had a panel that was rotted at the bottom, next to the fridge, so I had to pull it out.

If I wanted to brighten everything, I would wipe down lightly with denatured alcohol, and then try maybe a paste wax.

Rob

[RichHog]

Minwax Provential 215. Matches the Red Oak Finish on the 70's trailers, that is a simulated maple plastic.


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[corinnedavid]

Looks lovely! My father in law loves to work with wood, and he has volunteered to refinish the cabinet doors. Now that I know the stain to use, I can assemble the supplies. Thank you!


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