- Covers 250 sq. ft. per 1 PT-Pint
- 2 coats recommended for best results
- Dries in 5 minutes
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Product Overview
Howard 16-oz. Restor-A-Finish restores finished wood surfaces. It contains a small amount of stain to make minor scratches and blemishes disappear. The simple wipe-on, wipe-off application is ideal for restoring wood finishes to their original color and luster. It removes white heat rings, smoke damage, oxidation and water marks.
- Revitalizes finished wood surfaces and restores them to their original color and luster
- Simple wipe-on, wipe-off application removes white heat rings, smoke damage, oxidation and water marks
- Blends out scratches and blemishes
- Oil-based solution contains just enough solvent to penetrate and restore wood finishes without removing any of the existing finish
- Restor-A-Finish restores the finish without removing any of the existing finish, so before you go to the extreme of stripping it, try restoring it, with Restor-A-Finish
- Golden Oak - actual colors may vary from on-screen and printer representations
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- Actual colors may vary from on-screen and printer representations
- Online price includes PaintCare fee in the following states: CA, CO, CT, DC, ME, MN, OR, RI, VT, WA
- California residents
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| Price | $987 | $998 | $998 | $998 |
| Ratings | (334) | (387) | (285) | (320) |
| Container Size | 8 Ounce | 1 Pint | 1 Pint | 1 Pint |
| Application Method | Brush | Wipe On | Wipe On | Wipe On |
| Number of coats recommended | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Dry to touch (min.) | 30 min | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Base Material | Oil Based | Oil Based | Oil Based | Oil Based |
| Coverage Area (sq. ft.) | 55 ft² | 250 | 250 | 250 |
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Specifications
Dimensions
| Container Size | 1 Pint | Coverage Area (sq. ft.) | 250 |
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Details
| Application Method | Wipe On | Base Material | Oil Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry to touch (min.) | 5 | Interior Paint & Stains Product Type | Touchup Paint/Stain |
| Interior/Exterior | Interior | Number of coats recommended | 2 |
| Number per Package | 1 | Paint Tool Product Type | Wood Restorer |
| Paint/Stain Clean Up | Mineral Spirits | Paint/Stain Features | No additional features |
| Product Form | Liquid | Substrate Condition | Finished Wood,Old/Reclaimed Wood |
| Transparency | Transparent | Vertical/Horizontal | Vertical / Horizontal |
Warranty / Certifications
| Manufacturer Warranty | The only warranty extended, expressed or implied, is for defective workmanship or materials. |
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Customer Reviews
Apr 21, 2022
It works !
Thought I was going to have to redo my table top. This worked great. I did use the 0000 steel wool to apply as directed.
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Mar 30, 2022
New life to my kitchen.
Was considering painting my worn kitchen cabinets. But decided to try this product 1st. It really refreshed my kitchen, cabinets look awesome and it saved me a ton of money. I washed the cabinets with TSP, then rinsed with clear water. I Used the golden oak Restore a Finish. Use steel wool 00 for the more worn areas. I then followed up with the recommended Beeswax.
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Mar 7, 2022
Pinterest find for the win
I am stunned at how well this works. I bought initially for our kitchen cabinets but decided to try it in our table. White spots. Scuffs. Scratches. This is the best you can get without completing stripping and refinishing. I can’t wait to try it on the cabinets!
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Jan 29, 2022
35 year old kitchen cabinets
I researched this because I didn’t want to spend $$$ to restored 1968 kitchen cabinet finish. See photos. I followed directions/video and this stuff is awesome! PTL. I just wipe on and wiped off and stuffs and gouges faded away!
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Mar 24, 2021
Amazing stuff
I am very pleased with the results of this product. My picture demonstrates a before/after result after just one pass and after using 00 steel wool. I highly recommend this product.
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Feb 19, 2021
Saved me from replacing cabinets
Couldn't of been any easier. Used the 0000 steel wool, as my cabinets were very damaged from 30 years of sun, water and steam. Took off most of the dirt but needed more time and elbow grease on the inside corners. Used golden oak color and they turned out a little darker and less orange than before. Finished with the bees wax afterwards and gave it a shine. The wood was so dry it soaked up a lot of the product. Kitchen looks brand new. No longer need to replace cabinets and only cost $20 for all my supplies.
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Jan 10, 2021
Really made a difference.
Really made a difference.
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Apr 15, 2020
I applied this finish to outdoor wooden furniture including some pieces that had been in the sun ...
I applied this finish to outdoor wooden furniture including some pieces that had been in the sun for several summer seasons. The results were dramatic as the color and wood grain enlivened back after being badly washed out by the sun and other outdoor exposure.
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Oct 4, 2017
Why didn't I find this BEFORE I stained my kitchen cabinets. I study the internet "how to's". I w...
Why didn't I find this BEFORE I stained my kitchen cabinets. I study the internet "how to's". I wanted easy, cheap, works well. Not talented but needed to restore furniture without much effort. Prefer saving instead of buying new. Restored tables, bathroom cabinets and antique furniture with Restor-A-Finish (used different colors). Golden Oak worked well for my light colored cabinets. I then added the Bee's Wax that is recommended on the back. Just cleaned off wood with a lightly wet sponge. Made sure dry. Cut up old wash cloth. Used gloves and put on a little heavy following the grain of the wood. As it dries, some scratches will show but they are darker so harder to see. Thus making the wood look new. One tin goes a long way!
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Sep 16, 2017
Restore a Finish did wonders for a old buffet.This is a old piece that has been in my family for ...
Restore a Finish did wonders for a old buffet.This is a old piece that has been in my family for several generations. I started with Restore a Finish and some extra fine steel wool. I finished with Howard brand Feed-n-Wax. It looks so nice now. I'm very pleased with the result. The before and after pictures speak for themselves.
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