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   SteveSchoene | Aug 28, 2008 04:46pm | #1

   Matching a factory finish is often quite difficult.  They are likely to use a multi-step process with dye, wiping stain, and/or toner, all spray applied.  Trying to match this with one stain color would be a hopeless task. 

   Personally, I would never try to actually match factory furniture, for two reasons.  The first is that it is so difficult, and a small difference could stand out as a mistake.  I would prefer to aim for a finish that coordinates with the factrory finish, but clearly doesn't match it.  That's also a more stylish approach to interior design. 

   The second is that you can do a much better finish than that from the factory, one that takes more advantage of the natural character of the wood.  Part of the reason that factories often have complicated finishing schedules is that they must compensate for mis-matched wood. 

   To get us started in helping you with a solution, can you tell us more about both your factory furniture and about the headboard you have made.  I don't see Georgian Court in the Ethan Allen product line currently.  A picture might help.  Also, a picture of your piece, and/or more description of what woods you used and the like, would help. 

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   Sequim Tool | Aug 28, 2008 10:26pm | #2

   Photo of the new head board.

   I think you are right. I will never get it to match.

   I am going to start with a shellac wash 2# cut wax free, General Finishes antique cherry stain and topcoat with General Finishes Oil/Urethane.

    I made a test board with the 2 cherry stains and Jenny ( my wife of 40 years) picked the darker one.

   Thanks for your help