Minwax Wood Finish Oil-Based Stain Gallon Classic Gray Stain

Minwax® Wood Finish™ is an oil-based wood stain that provides long-lasting wood tone color. It penetrates deep into the pores to seal and protect the wood. Minwax® Wood Finish™ is available in 22 wood tone colors and can be used to enhance any bare or stripped wood surface. It is ideal for staining furniture, cabinets, doors, trim, molding, and hardwood floors.

Directions

SURFACE PREPARATION:
* Sand the wood in the direction of the grain, first using medium grade sandpaper (#120) and working your way to fine-grade (#220). Remove all sanding dust before staining.
* Pre-treat soft or porous woods such as pine, maple, alder and birch with Minwax® Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner. This will help the wood evenly absorb stain color. Apply stain within two hours of pre-treatment.

PRODUCT PREPARATION & COLOR TESTING:
* Stir stain thoroughly before and occasionally during use.
* Test stain on a hidden area to verify desired color.
* To lighten any color, add Minwax® Wood Finish™ 209 Natural to the mixture.

STAIN APPLICATION:
* Apply Wood Finish™ in the direction of the grain with a brush or clean cloth.
* Let the stain penetrate 5 -15 minutes to ensure you achieve the desired color.
* Remove excess stain with a clean cloth. Wipe in the direction of the grain, while blending light and dark areas to obtain uniform color.
* To Darken color, apply a second coat after 4-6 hours, repeating application directions of first coat.
* Dry times may be extended due to high humidity, low temperatures or inadequate ventilation.
CLEAR FINISH APPLICATION:
* After a minimum of 8 hours, apply a clear, protective finish or after 24 hours, apply clear Finish.
* Water cleanup clear finishes such as Minwax® Polycrylic® Protective Finish should not be used over Minwax® Wood Finish™ Red Mahogany stain. Minwax® Wood Finish™ Pickled Oak should be top-coated only with a water cleanup clear finish such as Minwax® Polycrylic® Protective Finish. Do not top-coat Minwax® Wood Finish™ Pickled Oak with an oil-based clear finish as ambering will occur.

COVERAGE: Approximately 150 sq. per quart.

CLEANUP: Use mineral spirits or paint thinner.