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Another (Pour qts of boiling water over)

Pour 2 qts. of boiling water over 1 oz. commercial extract of logwood, and when it is dissolved add 1 dr. of yellow chromate of potash, and stir well. This stain is cheap, keeps well, can be applied cold with a brush without any preparation. To Stain Beech-wood a Mahogany Color.

Break 2 oz. of dragon's blood in pieces, and put them into a qt. of rectified spirit of wine; let the bottle stand in a warm place, and shake it frequently. When dissolved it is fit for use.

Another Method.

Boil 1 lb. of logwood in 4 qts. of water, and add a double handful of walnut-peeling. Boil it up again, take out the chips, add a pint of the best vinegar, and it will be fit for use.

To Stain Musical Instruments.