Best way to stain plywood black?

[Bming1]

As the title indicates, I’d like to stain some plywood black, and would like any wood grain patterns to be visible, while having it look completely black. I did a search , but couldn’t find an answer. These plywood pieces would be used to build an entertainment center and some shelving units. Any thoughts or suggestions? Thanks in advance!

 

[Dee2]

India ink has worked for me on solid wood. Assuming veneer is solid it should work for you. Wear gloves.

 

[Douglas Robinson]

General Finishes Water-based Onyx is great. Klingspor carries it.

 

[JimD]

I buy black printers ink from amazon. It is thick, I think it's meant to print on t-shirts. I wipe it on like a gel stain. Works great. I've used it on softwood, hardwood(poplar), and softwood plywood.

 

[Bming1]

I buy black printers ink from amazon. It is thick, I think it's meant to print on t-shirts. I wipe it on like a gel stain. Works great. I've used it on softwood, hardwood(poplar), and softwood plywood.

This is the first time I’ve heard of this method! Do you apply a finish on top of it?

 

[Bming1]

General Finishes Water-based Onyx is great. Klingspor carries it.

Thank you!

 

[Graywolf]

Black dye will work, can be mixed with alcohol, sprayed one to two coats. It dries fast and can be top coated in less than an hour.
you’ve had several good suggestions here. Good luck and please share your project with us.