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General Finishes Water Based Dye, 1 Quart, Ebony

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,282 ratings

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Ebony

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  • Ultra penetrating wood Stains
  • Designed to work like solvent-based Stains
  • Deep rich tones enhance wood grain
  • Can be applied with foam brush, rag, pad applicator or spayed.
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4.6 4.6
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4.6 4.6

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Product Description

General Finishes dyes are ready to use and are water based formulations designed to give you deep, rich colors without raising the wood grain. These easy to use dyes can be used straight out of the can, or for custom finishes they can be diluted with the neutral base, water or intermixed with generals other water based stains and finishes to create a full palette of colors and tones.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
1,282 global ratings

Customers say

Customers are happy with the quality, color and water resistance of the wood stain. For example, they mention it's easy to work with, dries quick and that it works well on lathe turnings. They're also impressed with how deeply it penetrates and the way it brings out the grain. Customers are also happy with how it looks and that the stain is organic looking. As for performance, they say it more than meets their expectations and works well.

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115 customers mention93 positive22 negative

Customers are happy with the color of the stain. They mention that it is absolutely gorgeous, and that it nicely dyed the wood. Some customers also appreciate the excellent color penetration, and the fact that it comes out beautifully. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product's color.

"...There is NO spreading out a heavy spot. Happy news: The color becomes more intense and has depth the more applications...." Read more

"...It looks expensive. Yes, it's orange but mellowed and not glaring at all. Certainly doesn't look like orange paint...." Read more

"...Came out beautifully, even on the boards I didn't pre-water-swell and sand before applying the color finish...." Read more

"...Plus, this blue is absolutely gorgeous. Looking forward to trying new colors in my woodworking with this product...." Read more

80 customers mention77 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the stain. They mention that it works well, it more than meets their expectations, and it's easy to work with. Some say that it adds a different look to their work and is lovely to use. Customers also say that the staine works well on pine and redwood, and that it'll make a wooden American flag. Overall, customers are happy with the product's performance and recommend it to others.

"...They looked very smooth and polished. I applied the light brown dye-stain with a foam brush after vigorously shaking the closed can...." Read more

"...I used the orange color and am very pleased with the rich, mellow result. It looks expensive...." Read more

"...Really satisfying.Two warnings: first, as with any water based dye, this will raise the grain on your wood...." Read more

"...But overall I did find the product lovely to use and love the desk and chairs I used this product on...." Read more

70 customers mention70 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the stain. They mention that it is an awesome stain product, easy to work with, and impressed with how deeply it penetrates. They also appreciate the water base dyes, saying that they clean up easily. Customers also mention that the staine dries quickly and levels out well, with little or no pooling.

"...But, I have never experienced such phenomenally excellent staining results on hard maple before and I plan to use this dye-stain again...." Read more

"...Happy news: The color becomes more intense and has depth the more applications. Stop and check how deep do you want the color intensity...." Read more

"...Clean up was very easy. I used the orange color and am very pleased with the rich, mellow result. It looks expensive...." Read more

"I love using the dye instead of a stain. Goes on easy and penetrates the wood so well. Plus, this blue is absolutely gorgeous...." Read more

60 customers mention60 positive0 negative

Customers find the stain easy to use. They say it covers the wood perfectly, is easy to apply, and cleans up well. Customers also say it's a thin wood dye that doesn't require much work.

"...Added 3 coats of satin poly to finish. So easy to use!" Read more

"...I used a sponge brush and it was easy to apply once I quickly got the hang of it. Clean up was very easy...." Read more

"I love using the dye instead of a stain. Goes on easy and penetrates the wood so well. Plus, this blue is absolutely gorgeous...." Read more

"I love this stain color! I love the way it is easy to apply...." Read more

19 customers mention14 positive5 negative

Customers like the water resistance of the stain. They mention that it dries quickly, has no fumes, and is easy to work with. The next morning, they were fully dry, so they could handle them.

"...The next morning, they were fully dry, so I could handle them without gloves (and the dye-stain is a bit rough on nitrile gloves)...." Read more

"This goes on more like a poly, and dries FAST...." Read more

"It's very watery so care is needed not to drip everywhere. Definitely use a plastic drop cloth...." Read more

"I love this stain color! I love the way it is easy to apply. It dries pretty quick and you can sand it off and try again... if you don't like what..." Read more

10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers like the smell of the stain. They say it has no smell at all, is easy to work with, and clean up. Customers also mention that it provides consistent results and is water based, so it doesn't produce fumes.

"...careful prep and materials; it doesn't smell much and there is no lasting odor (contrary to other reviews); i would advise to test before committing..." Read more

"...makes the best wood stains, they're water based so easy to work with and clean up, don't smell, and provide consistent results...." Read more

"Great product. No smell. Easy to work with. Very easy to clean the brush. Just rinse in water. Didn't thin it ...." Read more

"...No blotchy spots or lap marks etc just beautiful deep color. No real smell, drys fast, eassy clean up...." Read more

10 customers mention7 positive3 negative

Customers like the value of the stain. They say it's worth the money, looks expensive, and is worth the effort. Customers are also pleased with the rich, mellow result.

"...Clean up was very easy. I used the orange color and am very pleased with the rich, mellow result. It looks expensive...." Read more

"...This product is a home run, and well worth the almost 3X cost compared to oil based stains. It will last forever, and save SO many hours waiting...." Read more

"...Relative to the easily available oil-stains, these are much more expensive.]" Read more

"...I've never had an issue with General Finishes products. Worth the money." Read more

This stuff is amazing!
5 Stars
This stuff is amazing!
Made a craft table using birch plywood for the top and dyed with Pewter dye stain. I was worried because of the size and if it would streak but it turned out great. Added 3 coats of satin poly to finish. So easy to use!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2022
Size: 1 QuartColor: Light BrownVerified Purchase
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Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2023
Size: 1 PintColor: BlueVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars It's a water based dye not a stain. Dye is soaking in during application
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2023
It is a water-based dye. It soaks into your wood project. Keep the loaded brush moving while applying. Be intentional about your application strokes. Stay with the grain. Foam brush or bristle brush - keep moving throughout the stroke. There is NO spreading out a heavy spot. Happy news: The color becomes more intense and has depth the more applications. Stop and check how deep do you want the color intensity. I used a flashlight on my project when it was indoors and made changes as desired. The pictured dresser ended up with about 5 coats (could be 6 or 7 because I don't remember) I used a NON YELLOWING spar urethane clear satin topcoat. By the way, the picture of the top of the dresser was not yet sanded for the picture, so you are seeing raised wood grain which was lightly sanded and wiped before each additional dye application. This is my 2nd project using this blue dye.
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2 people found this helpful
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Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2024
Size: 1 QuartColor: PewterVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars This stuff is amazing!
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2024
Made a craft table using birch plywood for the top and dyed with Pewter dye stain. I was worried because of the size and if it would streak but it turned out great. Added 3 coats of satin poly to finish. So easy to use!
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Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2021
Size: 1 QuartColor: OrangeVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2020
Size: 1 QuartColor: PewterVerified Purchase
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Kathy Reivonen
5.0 out of 5 stars Good stuff
Reviewed in Canada on October 14, 2023
Size: 1 PintColor: OrangeVerified Purchase
Michael Willerding
5.0 out of 5 stars Penetrates hardwoods.
Reviewed in Canada on August 19, 2020
Size: 1 PintColor: YellowVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on October 7, 2018
Size: 1 PintColor: OrangeVerified Purchase
Mike
3.0 out of 5 stars A little expensive
Reviewed in Canada on February 23, 2020
Size: 1 PintColor: AmberVerified Purchase