- One coat coverage, premium wiping stain highlights wood grain
- Fast dry wood stain creates rich color that dries in 1 hour
- Easy to use wood finish covers up to 275 sq. ft. per quart
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Product Overview
Classic Penetrating Wood Stains – Build Color
Classic color in a wiping wood stain with ultimate control. Reclaim the beauty of wood surfaces including maple, oak, pine and more.
Creating flawless finishes for over 60 years
Expert wood finishing quality since 1958 for the professional, DIY fixer upper, furniture maker or home restoration project.
Premium Fast Dry Wood Stains – One Coat Coverage
High performance, fast drying stain with one coat application. Perfect wood tone and enhanced wood grain in less time.
Start by Sanding
Sand in direction of wood grain with 120 grit sandpaper. Progress through 150, 180 and 220 grit.
Classic Penetrating Stain
Apply stain with the grain using a high quality brush or lint free cloth. Layer coats to build rich color.
One Coat Fast Stain
Cover with one liberal coat. Allow to penetrate for 5-10 minutes. Remove excess stain by wiping with cloth in direction of grain.
Protect with Poly
Use Varathane Polyurethane over surfaces stained with Varathane Classic or Fast Dry. Polys increase protection, durability and color retention.
Stain Furniture
Use as a wood furniture stain
Wood Floor Stain
Stains wood floors
Kitchen Cabinet Stain
Add rich color to cabinets
Craft Stain
Create unique décor and gifts
Table Stain
Use to stain tables and stain chairs
Door Stain
Update your curb appeal
Varathane 1 qt. Golden Oak Premium Fast Dry Interior Wood Stain provides high quality color in 1 coat to enhance the natural beauty of interior wood surfaces. Fast drying formula dries in 1 hour and uses nano pigments to offer superior color and coverage. Superior wood stain saves time, energy and provides a great value. Easy to apply with a good quality synthetic brush or clean lint free rag without the need for pre-stain or wood conditioner.
- One coat coverage, enhances natural grain of interior wood surfaces such as furniture, cabinets, doors, trim, floors, paneling and more
- Achieves rich, deep color in one coat - covers up to 275 sq. ft. per quart
- Semi-transparent, high performance stain features nano pigments for ultimate color clarity
- Premium formula seals wood pores and enhances wood grain with superior coverage
- Available in a wide variety of trendy and vintage colors to finish any project
- Dries in 1 hour saving time on projects
- Cleans up with mineral spirits
- Top coat with Varathane polyurethane for durable, long lasting protection
- No wood conditioner required prior to application
- Browse Available Floor Refinishing Tool Rental Options
- 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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| Brand | Varathane | Varathane | Varathane | Varathane |
| Name | 1 qt. Golden Oak Premium Fast Dry Interior Wood Stain | 1 qt. Western Oak Premium Fast Dry Interior Wood Stain | 1 qt. Fogstone Premium Fast Dry Interior Wood Stain | 1 qt. Early American Premium Fast Dry Interior Wood Stain |
| Price | $1348 | $1348 | $1348 | $1348 |
| Ratings | (4268) | (4268) | (4268) | (4269) |
| Container Size | 1 Quart | 1 Quart | 1 Quart | 1 Quart |
| Base Material | Oil Based | Oil Based | Oil Based | Oil Based |
| Paint/Stain Features | Fast Drying,Top Coat Required | Fast Drying,Top Coat Required | Fast Drying,Top Coat Required | Fast Drying,Top Coat Required |
| Transparency | Transparent | Transparent | Transparent | Transparent |
| Wood Effects | No Additional Effect | No Additional Effect | No Additional Effect | No Additional Effect |
| Product Form | Liquid | Liquid | Liquid | Liquid |
| Number of coats recommended | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Coverage Area (sq. ft.) | 275 ft² | 275 ft² | 275 ft² | 275 ft² |
| Surface Material Use | Wood | Wood | Wood | Wood |
| Dry to touch (min.) | 60 min | 60 min | 60 min | 60 min |
| View Product | View Product | View Product | View Product |
Specifications
Dimensions
| Container Size | 1 Quart | Coverage Area (sq. ft.) | 275 ft² |
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Details
| Application Method | Brush,Wipe On | Base Material | Oil Based |
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| Color Family | Brown | Color/Finish | Golden Oak |
| Dry to touch (min.) | 60 min | Interior/Exterior | Interior |
| Number of coats recommended | 1 | Number per Package | 1 |
| Paint/Stain Clean Up | Mineral Spirits | Paint/Stain Features | Fast Drying,Top Coat Required |
| Paint/Stain/Waterproofer Product Type | Specialty Finish/Small Project | Product Form | Liquid |
| Substrate Condition | Bare Wood,Finished Wood,Old/Reclaimed Wood,Stained Wood,Unfinished Wood | Surface Material Use | Wood |
| Time before recoating (hours) | 1 | Transparency | Transparent |
| Vertical/Horizontal | Vertical / Horizontal | Wood Effects | No Additional Effect |
Warranty / Certifications
| Manufacturer Warranty | Satisfaction guaranteed for full refund of purchase price |
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Customer Reviews
Aug 11, 2022
Varathane is a top Choice.
This product is incredible. I've used it to refinish an old table and an antique rocking chair. Both projects turned out great. The Varathane goes on easily and covers well. For large blemishes and wood filler multiple coats are necessary for best coverage.
I like Varathane much more than the Minwax varnish stain.
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Jul 27, 2022
Worked great
Gave us just the look we were looking for. Had pretty good coverage. 10×8 wall got two coats with a little bit left over
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Jun 1, 2022
Good coverage for a reasonable price
Needed a small amount of black stain and this was perfect. Covered very well.
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May 25, 2022
Very Cherry
I chose Traditional Cherry and it is MUCH darker and brighter than the label shows. I've used it on several projects now and it produces a vibrant finish after covering it with a little poly. It's easy to use and covers nicely. I have found it advisable to use a sealer first. I've been using a homemade black tea wash and I think the results are spectacular.
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May 5, 2022
Loved this product! 5 star...
Loved this product! 5 star
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Apr 20, 2022
I bought this because of a Pinterest post about stable...
I bought this because of a Pinterest post about stable and this is he stain they used. I couldn’t find it anywhere local so I was forced to order it. I only had a choice o buy two quarts at a time, so I did. I applied the stain and it looked nothing liked the pictures from the table on Pinterest. So what did I do, I improvised and put two coats of the honey maple and then did one light stain of carrington (dark stain) and wiped it off immediately & got an awesome color! I just used it on some stills and came out beautiful! Thanks
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Apr 13, 2022
The premium brand is the best stain ever. I stained...
The premium brand is the best stain ever. I stained my stairs and banister that had a clear poly finish on it. I was surprised I was able to stain right over it and it looks gorgeous. No stripping was needed. The premium was much deeper in tone which is less coats. I let it cure fir 24 hrs if you want a darker tone. The second coat left a nice shine no top coat needed.
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Apr 5, 2022
This stain with Poly is AMAZING!
Love the color! Took me a while to match a trim with this color but this color is amazing after I brushed some poly on it!
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Apr 1, 2022
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Mar 22, 2022
Product looks great easy to apply and I’m glad I...
Product looks great easy to apply and I’m glad I bought Tolbert two pack because I had to crack into the second on the last few boards. If you know you are going to use both cans I suggest combining them in a clean container for a uniform color. I didn’t see a difference in the two cans but others have complained about a color difference.
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