Hey everybody.

I'm happy that i came across this forum, it's great!

What i would like to ask is for some advice or ideas for my major project for year 12. I'll be making a four poster bed with tapered posts, a black bamboo bed head and made at an elevated height. The wood i have chosen to make it out of is Radiata Pine and staining it to a dark colour.

So, which would be the best stain to apply to still be able to see the grain?
I've heard about Black Japan, but is it easy to apply? Or should i just use a Black Stain?

Thanks in advance.