I agree on the dye if you want it to stay chocolate. I like the garnet shellac; color is a personal choice.
Check my album the walnut was dyed TransTint Dark Walnut (30% sap wood was used) then garnet shellac; then satin varnish.
Last edited by Scott Holmes; 09-01-2010 at 12:30 AM.
Scott
Finishing is an 'Art & a Science'. Actually, it is a process. You must understand the properties and tendencies of the finish you are using. You must know the proper steps and techniques, then you must execute them properly.