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Baron
 
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The problem is that it is very difficult, if not impossible, to match a
very complex finish schedule with something much more simple. The kitchen
cabinets have a color and finish that was put on in several layers - stains,
sealers, toners, possibly glazes, and top coats. In addition, even half-way
decent kitchen cabinets have finishes that meet the KCMA's standards so they
will stand up to the wear and dirt that comes from being in a kitchen.
Also, wood is not uniformly colored. There are all sorts of different
colors in the wood - browns, reds, greens, yellows, etc.
One way to match the color is to start with a base stain that is pretty
close to what you want. Don't spend forever on it. You can then tone it
with the appropriate toner. You don't have to tone the whole piece, only
where it is needed. If you need a glaze, fine. Once you are happy, topcoat
it. Remember, the topcoat may impart some color of its own so be sure to
topcoat your test pieces.

Good Luck.