Classic color in a wiping wood stain with ultimate control. Reclaim the beauty of wood surfaces including maple, oak, pine and more.
Expert wood finishing quality since 1958 for the professional, DIY fixer upper, furniture maker or home restoration project.
High performance, fast drying stain with one coat application. Perfect wood tone and enhanced wood grain in less time.
Sand in direction of wood grain with 120 grit sandpaper. Progress through 150, 180 and 220 grit.
Apply stain with the grain using a high quality brush or lint free cloth. Layer coats to build rich color.
Cover with one liberal coat. Allow to penetrate for 5-10 minutes. Remove excess stain by wiping with cloth in direction of grain.
Use Varathane Polyurethane over surfaces stained with Varathane Classic or Fast Dry. Polys increase protection, durability and color retention.
Use as a wood furniture stain
Stains wood floors
Add rich color to cabinets
Create unique décor and gifts
Use to stain tables and stain chairs
Update your curb appeal
A: Great question, Lena Louisa! Yes, Rust-Oleum Varathane Classic Wood Stain can be topcoated with a water-based polyurethane. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3
A: Happy to clear things up! Rust-Oleum Varathane Classic Wood Stain is a penetrate product and is not a finish coat product. It will have a lower sheen, however additional applications will build the sheen some. It is also essential that all excess stain is wiped away from the surface. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3
A: Thank you for reaching out, Suvarna! Since this is a different manufacture, Rust-Oleum Varathane Classic Wood Stains may not be a match. Please keep in mind, with any semi-transparent stain, the final color will be dependent on the condition and type of wood you are staining. Another color option is Aged Walnut, but a test application is recommended to ensure favorable results. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Varathane-1-qt-Aged-Walnut-Classic-Wood-Interior-Stain-369860/314947347 - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3 - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3
A: While you can use the Rust-Oleum Varathane Interior Wood Stain with a spar urethane, you do run the risk of needing to touch it up down the line, due to the exposure to UV and the elements. Just something to keep in mind! - Rust-Oleum Product Support 1
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Brand | Varathane | Varathane | Varathane | Varathane |
Name | 1 qt. Jacobean Classic Wood Interior Stain (2-Pack) | 1 qt. Dark Walnut Classic Wood Interior Stain (2-Pack) | 1 qt. Espresso Classic Wood Interior Stain (2-Pack) | 1 qt. Smoke Gray Classic Wood Interior Stain (2-Pack) |
Price | $2396 | $2396 | $2396 | $2396 |
Ratings | (4089) | (4089) | (4089) | (3736) |
Paint/Stain Features | No additional features | No additional features | No additional features | No additional features |
Base Material | Oil Based | Oil Based | Oil Based | Oil Based |
Product Form | Liquid | Liquid | Liquid | Liquid |
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