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Easy Application
Customers are very pleased with the easy application of this wood stain. They have reported that only one coat is needed for most projects and that the drying time is fast, making it a convenient choice for various DIY projects.
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Wood Grain Visibility
Customers have mixed opinions regarding the wood grain visibility of this Varathane Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain. While some are pleased that they can still see the wood grain, others find it leaves a grayish tint on their projects and does not effectively remove red undertones from finished wood.
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Quality
Good coverage, easy clean up, being water base, no smell
It's perfect for what i use it for, which is building 1/12 scale wood items, such as rc boats, dollhouse furniture, etc.
Goes on very dark, even when wiping excess immediately instead of waiting up to 5 minutes.
This is actually not a paint, its more like a polishing agent.
Price
The amazon prices are reasonable compared to local stores, and the color selection / availability was decent.
I'm sure you could purchase this at a hardware store or lowes for much cheaper, but it's convenient.
Shipping
Would buy again, arrived on time and as described.
And it was shipped with some extra clips to ensure that the lid stays out during shipping
Packaging/appearance
I redid an old beat-up antique desk, and the color came out beautiful.
That one came sealed in a plastic bag, and there were dried stains around the lid.
Competitiveness
I've always used varathane products, and this is another great one.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Youll likely need 2 coats no matter what your staining
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Do it right and it will turn out in the end
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
This is actually not a paint its more like a polishing agent
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It takes longer time to get dry
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The side i started on i used a regular paint brush and it left too much stain in one area
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
But was very proud of the other 3 sides
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Staining anything is a messy process so id suggest old clothes
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Goes on very dark even when wiping excess immediately instead of waiting up to 5 minutes
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