: Thanks, Bill. I did a test panel with the ebonizing and discovered
: the surface nature. On the other hand, most of the bleeding that
: occurred was along the length of the strips. It seems like the
: glue I was using (Titebond III) acted as a barrier as long as I
: was careful applying the vinegar. The design I have in mind has
: the ebonized sections on the edge of the deck so I'll only have
: to be careful on the inside edge of the dark areas. If it bleeds
: a little, I can sand the area I want to keep light.

: Based on the other responses, I'm going to forget about the stain
: and probably go with a dye (although I'm testing a couple of
: bleaching agents I have on hand to see if they lighten the cedar
: much).
: Dwight

Try oxalic acid, get from your pharmacy, have to ask for it, works very well as a wood bleach. Comes as crystals that are disolved in warm water, after it's applied to the wood and the desired lightness is achieved, then it's washed with water to stop the reaction.

Bill H.