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1 qt. Hickory Wood Interior Gel Stain

  • Thick gel stain for use on vertical surfaces to apply rich color
  • Sticks to wood, metal and fiberglass to prevent drips or runs
  • Easy to use stain covers up to 200 sq. ft. per quart
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Product Details

Varathane 1 qt. Hickory Wood Interior Gel Stain is a convenient and easy to use stain that provides deep, rich color to enhance the natural grain of the wood. Rich, thick stain formula provides twice the coverage of traditional oil-based stains. Thicker consistency prevents drips and runs.
  • Gel Stain designed to enhance natural grain of wood surfaces, works especially well for doors, molding, windows, trim, paneling and other vertical surfaces
  • Covers up to 200 sq. ft., most surfaces require only 1 coat
  • Semi-transparent formula provides a natural color that allows wood grain to come through
  • Easy to use gel formula provides ultimate control during vertical application
  • Will not leave lap marks or grain raise on surfaces
  • Use to create a natural wood look on metal, fiberglass and composite doors
  • Cleans up with mineral spirits
  • Works on interior or exterior surfaces, protect with appropriate polyurethane following use
  • Allow a minimum 8 hours before applying oil-based poly and 24 hours before water based poly
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  • Online price includes PaintCare fee in the following states: CA, CO, CT, DC, ME, MN, OR, RI, VT, WA
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Specifications

Dimensions

Container Size1 QuartCoverage Area (sq. ft.)200 sq ft

Details

ApplicationGeneral PurposeApplication MethodBrush, Wipe On
Base MaterialOil BasedColor FamilyBrown
Color/FinishHickoryDry to Touch (min.)120 min
Interior/ExteriorInteriorNumber of coats recommended1
Number per Package1Paint/Stain Clean UpMineral Spirits
Paint/Stain FeaturesNo DripProduct FormGel
Substrate ConditionBare Wood, Finished Wood, Old/Reclaimed Wood, Stained Wood, Unfinished WoodSurface Material UseWood
Time before recoating (hours)2TransparencySemi-Transparent
Vertical/HorizontalVertical / HorizontalWood EffectsNo Additional Effect

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer WarrantySatisfaction guaranteed for full refund of purchase price
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Questions & Answers

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Q:Still not dry for 15 hours wait ! So how long should it take to dry ?
by|Oct 3, 2023
1 Answer
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A:  Happy to clear things up! In ideal conditions and with proper application, Rust-Oleum Varathane Gel Stain will dry to the touch after 1 hour. If applying to bare wood, all excess stain must be wiped away from the surface. If the stain was not fully wiped away, we recommend using a clean rag and some mineral spirits to remove the tacky stain from the surface. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

by|Oct 4, 2023
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    Q:How dark is hickory gel stain compared to provincial or dark walnut?
    by|Sep 16, 2023
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    A:  Hi Ken, our Hickory color is very close to Dark Walnut, just with a red hue. Provincial is a darker stain than our Hickory color, with brown tones. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 2

    by|Sep 18, 2023
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      Q:Can you put an oil finish on gel stain to seal it
      by|Aug 29, 2023
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      A:  Happy to help, Thomas! A polyurethane is recommended for use over Rust-Oleum Varathane Gel Stain if wanting to add more durability. Most oil finishes are intended for use over bare wood surfaces, as they are penetrating oils, and the gel stain on the surface can prevent the finishing oil from properly penetrating and drying. We recommend checking the finishing oil to see if it can go over a stain surface, and apply in a test area first to ensure compatibility. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

      by|Aug 29, 2023
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        Q:Do I have to strip the old stain off my cabinets before applying this? Can I apply it over the top of my bathroom cabinets. My cabinets are stained. Not painted. Kim
        by|Jul 17, 2023
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        A:  Hi Kimberly, thank you for reaching out! When applying to wood, all existing stains and finishes must be removed prior to applying our Varathane Gel Stain. Alternately, you can use our Rust-Oleum Cabinet Transformations Kit to refinish your cabinets, without the need for stripping or sanding: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-Transformations-1-qt-Deep-Color-Cabinet-Kit-380390/320699159 - Rust-Oleum Product Support 2

        by|Jul 18, 2023
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          Customer Reviews

          4.3 out of 5
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          • 4.3
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          • 73% recommend this product
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          Not dry after 24 hours
          Used the Black Gel Stain, followed instructions, and after 24 hours is not yet dry. Mind that the instructions indicate it should be ready for coating after 2 hours. Called the customer service number on the can, the representative was not much help... just wait a while more.
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          Response from Rust-OleumSupportJul 12, 2023
          We appreciate you sharing your experience, Pablo! When applying Rust-Oleum Varathane Gel Stain to bare wood, it is essential that all excess stain is removed. If applying over a previously coated surface or other surface type, a thinner coat needs to be applied, and it may take up to 24 hours. A heavier application, higher humidity, or poor air circulation will extend the listed dry times. If the stain is not drying more since the initial application, then it is likely it was improperly applied and would not to be removed by stripping.
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            Fool proof!
            This gel stain is amazing!!!! Not a fan of honey oak but fell in love with this pedestal table. Thank goodness I saw a gel stain application/ after process or I may have never bought it! Run don't walk to get this. I will agree dry time is excessive but for a lifetime of beauty it's worth it!
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              Easy to use. Gorgeous color. Great coverage....
              Easy to use. Gorgeous color. Great coverage.
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              Varathane, Gel Stain
              Gel Stain product by Varathane was a excellent choice for the fiberglass door and wood trim along side lites. I’ll be honest I was looking for a minwax product but all in area were sold out an out of stock in desired colors. Decided applying two coats of Gel Stain, Varathane . Pleased with product, will use again soon.
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              New door… new trim color
              We recently upgraded our front door and side lights And the trim on the interior made it look unfinished. So using this gel stain, we darkened the trim, and now it looks finished. Couldn’t be happier.
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                Great product!
                So easy to use to achieve the Look I wanted. Minimal effort if you follow the directions. I painted the base coat rosewood color and used a sponge stain applicator and brush to get the wood look. Paint it with the grain of the wood and direction of the boards. Vertical board get stained vertical. Pretty easy. Took my plain boring white wooden door to stunning! Stained before the driveway was installed but this product doesn’t drip.
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                  • Recommended
                  Best result
                  I used 3 big cans of this stain to transform all yellow oak we had in house from stairs to door frames and window frames. You have to get experience to know how and how much to apply and how to clean. The image shows only one coat of it. I get used to how get result in only one coat. Very nice and easy to apply just don’t wait to dry and clean because it will be extremely hard. Apply and very gently clean the extra and remove line of brush or rag and leave it to dry. I used rag
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                    • Recommended
                    Great color retention.
                    Used it on Halloween props. Easy to use and great color.
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                    6 found this review helpful
                    Best color ever!
                    Great to work with for vertical surfaces or a finishing location as mess is very limited. If you want this product to be a bit thinner to more easily get into the cracks of doors etc. I put about 1/2 cup of the left over premium stain into the gel stain mixed well with wood stirrer. It thinned it up and stained just as well without the splattering mess of the non gel stain. For best results stain remover to desired stain darkness with lint free cloth (old socks work the best on you hands like mittens) let dry overnight before top coat as the gel takes more time to dry in the cracks.
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