Thread: Darkening wood

I'm sure I read somwhere on the wiki that wood darkens when its baked in the oven? For the life of me I can't find this article now!!
Is anyone familiar with this method?
I'm keen to know what settings/times to use, I think the article I read the guy used Amarante for his scales and you have to be carfull not to scorch the wood.
I'm not sure if this is the right forum for this question, please any leads are good.
I may have to trial and error otherwise.

Deckard

Originally Posted by Deckard

I'm sure I read somwhere on the wiki that wood darkens when its baked in the oven? For the life of me I can't find this article now!!
Is anyone familiar with this method?
I'm keen to know what settings/times to use, I think the article I read the guy used Amarante for his scales and you have to be carfull not to scorch the wood.
I'm not sure if this is the right forum for this question, please any leads are good.
I may have to trial and error otherwise.

Deckard

This process only works with some woods (purpleheart and osage orange come to mind). As with most wood coloring/finishing questions, the answer will depend on the specific wood you're dealing with.

Also, in general, regardless of the presence of a detailed tutorial, you will need to do test pieces before committing your main work.