Technical Data Sheet
ELDYE
Revision Date: 12/21/23

NAME:

EnviroStain Universal Dyes

PRODUCT CODES:

EL DYE 02 ORANGE
EL DYE 03 YELLOW
EL DYE 04 BLUE
EL DYE 05 BROWN
EL DYE 06 BLACK
EL DYE 07 BORDEAUX
EL DYE 08 RED

DESCRIPTION:

The ELDYE Series are concentrated dye solutions meant for adding brilliance and undertone to wood stains. These glycol based dyes are “universal” in that they can be used in waterborne stain as well as many solventborne stains that contain alcohols or other polar solvents.

USES:

ELDYEs are not meant to be used on their own. They must be diluted and/or mixed with binders and water before their use, depending on their application and the desired effect.

PRODUCT PREPARATION:

These products are ready to be used in stains as supplied.

TINT LOADS:

EnviroStain Stain SystemRecommended Max. Tint Load
ELBWS Wiping Stain5%
ELBSS Spray Stain5%
ELBDG Glazes (Dry/Wet)DO NOT USE
ELBRC Rollcoat Stain5%
ELBDS Dipping Stain5%
Envirolak Ready-to-Use BasesRecommended Max. Tint Load
SWB104 Wiping Stain5%
SSB100 Spray Stain5%
DGB100 Dry GlazeDO NOT USE
To ensure colour consistency, pigmented stains must be mixed prior to use and should be under low agitation if being used in production for a prolonged period.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Use stainless steel (304/316) equipment for all water based products. When switching between solvent and water based products in the same spray equipment we suggest the following:

  • From Solvent to Water: Wash with acetone, then wash with water.
  • From Water to Solvent: Wash with water, then wash with acetone.

Keep containers closed when not in use and keep from freezing.

These products are designed for industrial use only. Please refer to the Safety Data Sheet prior to use.

SHELF LIFE:

12 months in unopened containers

STORAGE

Store in a tightly closed container at room temperature (18-25°C/64-75°F) and protect from direct sunlight and foreign material. Do not store at temperatures below 5°C/41°F.

Disclaimer: Every reasonable precaution is taken in the manufacture of our products to ensure that they comply with our standards. The information given herein is correct to the best of our knowledge. Any suggestions made by us covering the use of our products are based on experience and/or tests believed to be reliable. However, because the use of any product of our manufacture is completely beyond our control, including for example, the method and conditions of application, no guarantee or warranty, expressed or implied, is made. Manufacturer’s maximum liability shall be to replace such quantity of product determined by our laboratory to be defective. User shall determine the suitability of the product for his intended use and assumes all risk and liability in connection therewith. 

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