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Customer Reviews for Varathane 1 qt. Interior Aged Wood Accelerator (2-Pack)

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Model #331305

Store SKU #1003103395

  • Mimics real aging process on wood in minutes for a rustic look
  • Reacts to bare or untreated wood for a unique custom wood finish
  • Aged effect varies based on wood type, covers up to 275 sq. ft.

Customer Reviews

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  • 72% recommend this product
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Great product
The product worked well. It was slow enough that you could get the effect you wanted and you could put as many coats on as necessary to get you desired effect.
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Great value for the money
I was hesitant about trying this after reading the reviews about the purple tint. However, I'm on a very tight budget and needed a cheap option for a hallway dog gate. I used the 70% off pine lumber and throw away pallet boards. First coat looked purplish. My wife freaked out. I let it dry and applied two more coats. Came out incredible considering the cost.
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    I wanted to use pallet wood for the baseboard/window/door molding...
    I wanted to use pallet wood for the baseboard/window/door molding in a room I'm remodeling. I loved the grey weathered look of a lot of the boards, once they are cleaned properly, the grey goes away. I was looking for a stain that would be comparable when I stumbled upon this one. It was absolutely perfect! Very easy to use, you just brush on and let it dry! I highly recommend this if that's the look you're going for!
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    Love this stuff!!! Sucks it’s no longer available in store...
    Love this stuff!!! Sucks it’s no longer available in store
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    Easy to apply, water based, easy cleanup, provided the right...
    Easy to apply, water based, easy cleanup, provided the right “look” we couldn’t find with other stains
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    The stain worked perfectly. I was concerned with replacing aged...
    The stain worked perfectly. I was concerned with replacing aged wood. The stain gave the perfect “newly aged” look I wanted.
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    Did not make the wood look aged in the slightest....
    Did not make the wood look aged in the slightest. Just made it look stained brown. Nothing spectacular about this product
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    Response from Rust-OleumSupportMar 2, 2022
    Let's see what we can figure out. For best results using Varathane Aged Wood Accelerator, apply with a synthetic bristle brush or foam brush. Allow Aged Wood Accelerator to sit on the wood for 30 minutes to 1 hour for the final effect. Final look varies depending on type of wood, harder woods may require a second coat to achieve the desired aged effect.
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        I did not like this product and will be taking...
        I did not like this product and will be taking it back
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        Response from Rust-OleumSupportJan 7, 2022
        Thank you for reaching out. If the store is unable to assist you, please give us a call at 800-901-0411. When calling, please have your can of Rust-Oleum Varathane Wood Accelerator nearby, so we can collect the batch information from it.
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          Left wood blotchy with uneven color when used on pine!...
          Left wood blotchy with uneven color when used on pine!
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          Response from Rust-OleumSupportDec 23, 2021
          Thank your reaching out about your experience with the Rust-Oleum Varathane Wood Accelerator. It's important to keep in mind that this product will react with the wood and is a natural process. The goal of this product is to create a natural aging process. We appreciate your feedback, and we will be sure it's forwarded appropriately. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 1 Rustoleum
            I bought the stain for a craft project. I...
            I bought the stain for a craft project. I like it a lot! It looked exactly like it said it would.
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              Love this stuff. Makes any wood look. NIce and old....
              Love this stuff. Makes any wood look. NIce and old.
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                  Great product very happy...
                  Great product very happy
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                      Very easy to spread, and the color was just what...
                      Very easy to spread, and the color was just what I was looking for.
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                          Easy to use The two quart was more then I...
                          Easy to use The two quart was more then I needed but could not wait for the store to restock only quarts
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                            Gave me color when I had no color at all....
                            Gave me color when I had no color at all.
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                              Good product, easy clean up!
                              Very easy to use and does a great job of giving wood that aged look.
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                              Procures a rustic look
                              Pros: - definitely looks like charred wood -cleans up with soap and water -no odor Cons: -has a tendency to apply very blotchy -very runny (like water), a mess to apply to vertical surfaces In conclusion: would only use in rustic applications
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                              Response from Rust-OleumSupportSep 20, 2021
                              Thank you for the feedback! With softer woods such as pine, we would recommend conditioning the wood first before applying the Rust-Oleum Varathane Charred Wood Accelerator. This will ensure a more even, less blotchy finish. For conditioning, we recommend using Rust-Oleum Varathane Wood Conditioner.

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                                  Directions were good. Coverage was fine. Color met my expectations...
                                  Directions were good. Coverage was fine. Color met my expectations
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