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snow_boarder151
11/19/2011, 02:22 PM
I need some help with wood types and stains as I want to have a dark wood (espresso, chocolate brown) and I'm not sure how to go about it. I love the look of PK's custom built stand and I would like to make something very similar.
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http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2078022
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Questions would be...
1.what type of wood would take a dark stain well and also make for a sturdy stand(weight isnt really an issue)
2.Is it possible to use a lighter wood such as oak and stain with a dark stain and achieve the look I'd like, or do I need to start out with a naturally darker wood to get the deep stain I'm looking for?

TIA for all the help!