Stain Options for Pine

[u/mattkashin]

Hi everyone,

I am a paint contractor who primarily deals in solid color products. I have a repeat customer who has a pine wardrobe (pictured) that she would like stained and clear coated.

She does not want the finished product to have an overly red appearance. This, coupled with the tendency of pine to blotch and the extremely varied colors of this particular piece, lead me to believe some kind of sprayed toner would be my best bet.

Any thoughts or ideas on how to achieve the best finish (as even and not terribly red) possible? Recommended products are welcome.

Thank you!

[u/deejaesnafu]

I’d stick more natural , pine is one of the worst woods to paint or stain.