Professional wood color system

TEST BEFORE YOU COMMIT

See the finish on your wood.

Wood species, sanding, and light change every result. Test the color and sheen on your exact board before committing to the full project.

  • 01Your wood
  • 02Your lighting
  • 03Expert guidance

COMPLETE THE SYSTEM

From test board to protected finish.

Build color deliberately, then select the protection and maintenance system that preserves it.

Professional wood finishing

Specify the whole system.

The final result depends on the wood, preparation, application, and compatible finishing system. Remove uncertainty before the full project.

  1. 01

    Test the actual wood

    Species, tannin content, grain, and sanding can materially change color and absorption.

  2. 02

    Calculate the system

    Confirm coverage, number of coats, hardener ratio, tools, and site conditions before ordering.

  3. 03

    Follow technical data

    Use the current preparation, application, drying, and maintenance instructions for the selected product.

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Technical data · Aquastain

Color, specified.

Aquastain specifications for planning coverage, application and the protective finish.

Aquastain technical specifications
Technical parameterSpecification
Product typeWater-based stain with micropigments
Recommended useInterior wood; suitable for different wood species
Coverage per liter · per coatApproximately 220–320 sq. ft. per liter
ApplicationBrush or roller, following the grain
Excess removalAfter approximately 2 minutes, wipe with a lint-free cloth
Drying timeApproximately 3–4 hours
Optional hardenerAquastain Hardener, 10% — 100 parts stain : 10 parts hardener
Pot life with hardenerApproximately 3 hours after mixing
Protective finishRequired after drying. Use a compatible Ciranova oil, waterborne finish or wax, following its technical data sheet.
Tool cleaningWater, immediately after use

Coverage is approximate for one coat and varies with wood and application. Test the complete system on your actual wood. Drying and reaction times depend on site conditions.

Product application guide

Product field guide

Open each relevant step for product-specific preparation, application, finishing and long-term care. Only applicable stages are shown.

Preparation

Make sure that all old finish coats are completely removed and that the wood is free from dust and other dirt. Can be used on sanded, planed, and brushed wood. Pre-wetting the wood can reduce the risk of overlapping.

Application

Stir and shake well before and during use.
Aquastain must be evenly applied with a roller or brush in the direction of the woodgrain. After +/- 2 minutes, remove the excess with a lint-free cloth.
After the Aquastain has dried, it must be protected with a product of the Ciranova® range such as Hardwaxoil Magic, UN1CO, Fortico. For more information, you can consult the relevant technical data sheets. When using a waterborne finish it is recommended to intermediately sand before applying the last protective layer.