I finally figured out what's the brand of stains used by PRS

[Pat_rocks_and_rolls]

They use Moser's aniline Stains. However what do they mix with those is still a mystery... Mineral Spirits, Oil, Water, Alcool ? It would be interesting to know.

 

[AlexR]

Re: I finally figured out what's the brand of stains used by PRS

It would be mixed into alcohol most likely, as water-based would raise the grain, and make instability more likely due to wetting the wood. Alcohol also flashes off very quickly, speeding the finishing process as a sealer coat can be almost immediately applied.

 

[Adieu]

Re: I finally figured out what's the brand of stains used by PRS

You sure?

The color samples they provide are dull and bland as all hell

 

[AlexR]

Re: I finally figured out what's the brand of stains used by PRS

Well, stained wood with no clear does look dull as hell......if that is the way the samples have been presented. Its only when clear is added that things start to pop.