- Timeless color in a penetrating wood wiping stain
- Classic wood finish - layer coats to achieve rich, natural color
- Wood stain recoats in 2 hours and covers 150 sq. ft. per quart
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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. Red Oak Classic Wood Interior Stain provides a rich natural color that beautifully enhances the wood grain. Applies easily with high quality synthetic brush, lint-free cloth or foam applicator. Customize color or achieve a darker color by adding additional coats.
- Designed to enhance natural grain of interior wood surfaces such as furniture, cabinets, doors, trim and more
- Covers up to 150 sq. ft., recoat in 2 hours to build color
- Semi-transparent formula provides a classic, natural color that allows wood grain to come through
- Wood finish penetrates deeply providing long lasting protection
- Available in a timeless color assortment that provides the ability to match colors to previously stained projects
- Most surfaces or projects require 2 coats, apply additional coats to further customize look
- Final coat dries in 4 hours
- For further protection, polyurethane may be applied
- Allow 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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Questions & Answers
293Questions
Q:Is this satin poly?
by|Sep 27, 2023
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Q:Can you please provide the color that I need to use to match Bruce Plano Oak Gray hardwood floor.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Bruce-Plano-Oak-Gray-3-4-in-Thick-x-5-in-Wide-x-Varying-Length-Solid-Hardwood-Flooring-23-5-sqft-case-SKPL59L70/304707694
by|Sep 26, 2023
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Q:Can you use for outdoor furniture with a spar urethane coating?
by|Sep 25, 2023
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Q:Does the special walnut stain have any red undertone?
by|Sep 13, 2023
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Sep 28, 2023
Love
Used this for our floors. Turned out better than expected.
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Aug 16, 2023
covers well looks nice
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Jul 19, 2023
Perfect red color as I was custom mixing with a cherry stain.
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Jul 13, 2023
I shook the product for a long time, thought this was enough. When I stained my product, but was then getting to the bottom. The thick, unmixed stain on the bottom started leaving a dark stain. Bad outcome. The product is fine, but know that shacking isn’t enough. Open it and stir it well.
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Jul 12, 2023
I used this on a very weathered entry door. It made a dramatic difference in the appearance. Looks great now.
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Jul 6, 2023
Excellent product. I usually use minwax
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Jun 14, 2023
Classic Black Stain
I used this on my patio table and it made it look brand new and it was so easy to do! I literally just finished painting it that’s why I don’t have a better after photo!
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Jun 7, 2023
I absolutely loved the color. Also, the product went to...
I absolutely loved the color. Also, the product went to a long way and it kept everything nice and shiny with minimal need for sending.
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Jun 1, 2023
Best stain out there on the markwt
Excellent product. It made my bench come alive and gave it a wonderful seal, sheen and protection. I got so many compliments on it. It was easy to use and looks like a professional did it.
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May 18, 2023
Review for Varathane 1 gal. Early American Classic Wood Interior Stain
Varathane 1 gal. Early A...
This was the perfect product for my home remodel. I'm restaining all of my wood trim and the color match is perfect. It goes on very easy, looks great and easy clean up.
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| Brand | Varathane | Varathane | Varathane | Varathane |
| Name | 1 qt. Red Oak Classic Wood Interior Stain | 1 qt. Cherry Classic Wood Interior Stain | 1 qt. Early American Classic Wood Interior Stain | 1 qt. Dark Walnut Classic Interior Wood Stain |
| Price | $1298 | $1298 | $1298 | $1298 |
| Ratings | (4081) | (3892) | (4083) | (4084) |
| 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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