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8 oz. Ebony Premium Fast Dry Interior Wood Stain

  • 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 70 sq. ft. per 8 oz.
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Classic Penetrating Wood Stains

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.

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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

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

Start by Sanding

Sand in direction of wood grain with 120 grit sandpaper. Progress through 150, 180 and 220 grit.

Classic Penetrating Stain

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

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

Protect with Poly

Use Varathane Polyurethane over surfaces stained with Varathane Classic or Fast Dry. Polys increase protection, durability and color retention.

Stain Furniture

Stain Furniture

Use as a wood furniture stain

Wood Floor Stain

Wood Floor Stain

Stains wood floors

Kitchen Cabinet Stain

Kitchen Cabinet Stain

Add rich color to cabinets

Craft Stain

Craft Stain

Create unique décor and gifts

Table Stain

Table Stain

Use to stain tables and stain chairs

Door Stain

Door Stain

Update your curb appeal

Varathane 8 oz. Ebony 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 70 sq. ft. per 8 oz. can
  • 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
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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 Size8 OunceCoverage Area (sq. ft.)70 sq ft

Details

ApplicationSpecialty Finish/Small ProjectApplication MethodBrush, Wipe On
Base MaterialOil BasedColor FamilyBrown
Color/FinishEbonyDry to Touch (min.)60 min
Interior/ExteriorInteriorNumber of coats recommended1
Number per Package1Paint/Stain Clean UpMineral Spirits
Paint/Stain FeaturesFast Drying, Top Coat RequiredProduct FormLiquid
Substrate ConditionBare Wood, Finished Wood, Old/Reclaimed Wood, Stained Wood, Unfinished WoodSurface Material UseWood
Time before recoating (hours)1TransparencyTransparent
Vertical/HorizontalVertical / HorizontalWood EffectsNo Additional Effect

Warranty / Certifications

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

581Questions
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Q:Hi, I stained a diy table outside. I would like to know when it is safe to bring it into my kitchen?
by|Nov 21, 2023
1 Answer
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A:  Thank you for reaching out. Rust-Oleum Varathane Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain stops giving off fumes once it has fully cured after at least 24 hours. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

by|Nov 21, 2023
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    Q:Can I use this stain to apply on my wooden pergola outside?
    by|Nov 9, 2023
    1 Answer
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    A:  We're happy to help. If you are applying Rust-Oleum Varathane Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain to an exterior wood surface, you will need to protect it using the Rust-Oleum Varathane Spar Urethane. https://www.homedepot.com/b/Varathane/N-5yc1vZ641/Ntk-elasticplus/Ntt-varathane%2Bspar%2Burethane?NCNI-5&sortby=bestmatch&sortorder=none -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

    by|Nov 10, 2023
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      Q:Should your premium wood stain be shaken before use
      by|Nov 6, 2023
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      A:  It would be best if it's stirred, Bob.If you do shake the Rust-Oleum Varathane Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain, you do run the risk of bubbles in the film, so you'll need to allow the product to settle before use. It's easier to stir it to ensure quick use. We hope this helps! - Rust-Oleum Product Support 1

      by|Nov 6, 2023
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        Q:How strong is odor as will be doing project indoors??
        by|Oct 29, 2023
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        A:  Thank you for reaching out, James. Varathane Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain has some odor when applying, so we recommend applying in a well ventilated area. For lower odor products we recommend using Rust-Oleum Varathane Classic Water-Based Wood Stain as it has a more subtle odor. Please also note that sensitivity to smell is different for each person, and we ask that you take all necessary action to prioritize your safety. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

        by|Oct 30, 2023
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          Customer Reviews

          4.3 out of 5
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          • 4.3
            out of 4,770 reviews
          • 79% recommend this product
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            I haven't had a chance to do my sample boards for the Garden & Accessory cabinets I am doing for a garage project, but I did a test on a large terracotta plant vase, which is almost 2'ft tall and 30"inch wide..... 1 coat of the stain and 2 coats of acrylic sealant. The vase came out stunning!!!! Goes incredibly well with the red, white, blue theme vases....and looks great. I will do some sample boards this weekend, but I will say this Varathane's Barn Red is fantastic. Looks great and I can't wait to do the other samples.
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            The color is fantastic. It looks like a deep cherry on barn wood.
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            Great stain and color
            This stain color was the closest color we could get to match the rest of our mid century furniture. We are so pleased.
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            • Recommended
            Weathered Gray looks cheap and painted on
            On freshly-cut pine the weathered gray went on very inconsistently and looked more or less painted on. Nobody in my family liked it. I did end up going with Behr’s bold coffee custom tint, which looks awesome and goes on like a proper stain.
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            Response from Rust-OleumSupportJun 23, 2023
            Let's talk about this, Miles! Rust-Oleum Varathane Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain must be applied to bare, sanded wood. Sanding the wood helps ensure the stain can properly penetrate. When staining a softwood, like pine, we do recommend using Rust-Oleum Varathane Wood Conditioner to help prevent a blotchy appearance.
            https://www.homedepot.com/p/Varathane-8-oz-Wood-Conditioner-342085/305587137
            - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3 Rustoleum
              Very easy to apply and it's a nice dark brown. I used 2 coats and it looks great. Only one coat of you want to see grain of wood.
              Great color for butcher block
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              • Recommended
              Stain
              This stain was the perfect color for around the window and the closet frame.
              by
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              • Recommended
              Predictable Quality Stain
              I have used 3 quarts of the weathered gray stain for all of my cabinets, from dining room built ins, kitchen, bath vanity, to fireplace mantle. It comes out a deep gray, a little darker than i wanted, so i wait a couple of hours and cut it back with golden pecan. It leaves a warm oak look, with the open grains showing the dark tones. It does have a strong odor, so working in the shop or garage (or outdoors-weather permitting) is desred.
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                Perfect simi-transparent black stain!
                I was looking for a black -ish semi-transparent stain that would be solid consistent color but allow the texture of the wood to be visible. This was the only one I could find and it coated perfectly and completely in just one coat. Works great and finishes very well.
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                1 found this review helpful
                Good wood stain fast dry...
                Good wood stain fast dry
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