How do you dye Bamboo red?

Question

I have bamboo blinds for my windows and I want to dye them red. I was thinking of soaking them in red dye.

(1) Is bamboo the kind of material that will absorb dye well?
(2) Do you have any recommendations for a good dye to use?
(3) Do you have a suggestion for a better way to turn them red?

Thank you.

Answer 1

If it's not treated, I would try this stuff. It says it is designed for dying bamboo among other stuff.
http://www.dharmatrading.com/html/eng/1979-AA.shtml?lnav=dyes.html
I haven't ever used it, but I use lots of stuff from Dharma and it's all been pretty good.

http://www.dharmatrading.com/info/rdye.html

Answer 2

Add red food color dye to warm water than place in bamboo

mmm oh you want wood stain.

Answer 3

1- i dont think it will absorb the dye
2 - i cant think of a better kind of dye that u can use
3 - try varnishing it, instead of dying

Answer 4

I so want to respond to this question.

Answer 5

i don't know