Advice: I mixed up some alkanet root in linseed oil and the oil has turned a blood-like, semi translucent color. I tried a little on a piece of scrap to see and learn about the process but i think i am not applying it correctly. should i thin the oil with mineral spirts so it penetrates and absorbs like minwax stain or should i must keep rubbing it in coat after coat. it does not seem to penetrate, although the color has deepened with each coating. it takes several days to dry or should i not let it set before applying? the learning curve is steep but this is invaluable eexperience..

thanks for any advice

John


Last edited by susjwp; 01/15/20 06:17 PM.