On Tue, 13 Jun 2006 17:34:18 -0400, "Ken Nuzum" wrote:

I have just about finished assembling a cherry cabinet consisting of cherry
veneered plywood sides and top with cherry hardwood moldings. I am noticing
that the cherry veneer is a rose-reddish color while most of the molding
pieces are a lighter red color.
While I am new to woodworking in general, I am newer still to any knowledge
of proper finishing. I attended a Woodcraft class that suggested a "spit
coat" followed by a dye or gel stain. I haven't done anything yet.
I would appreciate any help or suggestions on what I might do to vetter
equalize the color.
Thanks,
Ken


Just my personal opinion as a wood lover, but I'd let it darken or not, as it
likes..

I really don't have a problem with the moldings not being the exact shade as the
rest of the cabinet... a little contrast is a nice effect and IMHO the more
natural cherry is, the better it looks..

OTOH, you could prime it with black latex until the glue dries.. *g*

Mac

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