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Varathane 262003 Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain, Quart, Golden Oak

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Golden Oak

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Color Golden Oak
Brand Varathane
Surface Recommendation wood
Material Wood,Stain
Model Name Varathane - 262003

About this item

  • Ideal for use on all interior wood projects: furniture, cabinets, doors, trim and paneling
  • One-coat coverage, fast-drying oil based formula
  • Dries to the touch in just 1 hour and covers up to 275 square feet
  • High performance stain system enhanced with nano pigment particles
  • Highlights natural wood grain to reveal wood's beauty
  • Ideal for use on all interior wood projects: furniture, cabinets, doors, trim and paneling
  • One-coat coverage, fast-drying formula

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Easy to use
4.4 4.4
Longevity
4.3 4.3
Style
4.2 4.2
Easy to clean
4.1 4.1

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Customer Ratings
Easy to use
4.4
4.0
4.9
3.7
4.3
Sheerness
4.0
4.1
4.7
3.8
4.0
Longevity
4.3
4.7
3.4
3.7
Easy to clean
4.1
4.6
4.3
4.2
Style
4.2
4.3
3.5
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color
Golden Oak
Golden Oak
Brown
Golden Oak
Natural Oak
Aged Barrel
size
Quart
Pint
No Size
4 Ounce
250ml/8.5oz
1 qt
finish type
Oil
Oil
Matte Finish,Polyurethane Finish
Oil
material
Wood,Stain
Other
Plastic
Wood,Stain
Stain,Wood
plastic
weight
1 pounds
200 grams
260 grams

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Varathane Wood Stains

Ultimate durability and brilliant clarity with expert finish

Varathane Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain

Varathane Fast Dry Wood Stains are 3 times faster than ordinary stains.

  • Available in 26 trending colors
  • Dries in 1 hour
  • Creates perfect color with 1 coat
  • Enriches & highlights natural wood grain
  • Ideal for wood furniture, doors, trim, paneling, cabinets and more
  • Penetrates deep & seals wood pores as it stains
  • No wood conditioner needed

Don't Buy New Furniture, Restore It

Easy to Use

Sand with Increasing Fine Grits

  • Sand bare wood in the direction of the grain
  • Start with #120 grit sandpaper and progress through #150, #180 and #220 grits
  • Wipe clean with mineral spirits

Stain with Brush or Lint-Free Cloth

  • Apply liberally with brush or clean, lint-free rag
  • Wait 5-10 minutes according to color preference
  • Wipe off with clean, lint-free cloth in the direction of wood grain

Cover with Poly for Extra Protection

  • For long term protection and durability, top coat with Varathane Polyurethane
  • Can be coated within 1 hour of stain application


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Helpful Tips for a Perfect Project

  • Use a quality brush or clean, lint-free cloth
  • Apply when temperature is between 60-90°F
  • Do not dilute
  • Shake or stir stain before and during use
  • Remove all excess stain by wiping with rag in direction of the wood grain
  • Allow 24 hours for full cure
  • Stain will get darker the longer it penetrates
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Customer Reviews
4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
1,137
4.4 out of 5 stars
594
4.2 out of 5 stars
64
Size Quart Half-Pint Quart Half-Pint Quart 12 oz.
Coverage Up to 275 sq ft Up to 70 sq ft Up to 250 sq ft Up to 60 sq ft Up to 100 sq ft Up to 50 sq ft
Stain & Poly in One
Oil Based
Dry to Touch 1 Hour 1 Hour 1 Hour 1 Hour 1 Hour 2 Hours
Dry to Topcoat/Recoat 1 Hour to Topcoat 1 Hour to Topcoat 8 Hours to Topcoat 8 Hours to Topcoat 1 Hour to Recoat 4 Hours to Recoat
Application Brush or Lint Free Cloth Brush or Lint Free Cloth Brush or Lint Free Cloth Brush or Lint Free Cloth Brush Spray
Suggested # of Coats 1 1 1 1 3+ 3+
Sand Between Coats

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Product Description

Product Description

Varathane Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain is a high-performance stain enhanced with nano pigment particles. Nano pigments provide ultimate color quality and exceptional wood grain highlighting allowing for maximum color in one coat. Varathane Fast Dry Wood Stain seals wood pores and hardens in just one hour. Easily brushes on without the use of a pre-stain or wood conditioner.

From the Manufacturer

Varathane Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain is a high-performance stain enhanced with nano pigment particles. Nano pigments provide ultimate color quality and exceptional wood grain highlighting allowing for maximum color in one coat. Varathane Fast Dry Wood Stain seals wood pores and hardens in just one hour. Easily brushes on without the use of a pre-stain or wood conditioner.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
8,353 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the color, quality, packaging, drying time, and ease of use of the household stain. They mention that it looks amazing, blends perfectly, and does a great job. Some appreciate the coverage. However, some disagree on value and thickness.

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314 customers mention224 positive90 negative

Customers like the color of the stain. They mention it's a beautiful color that blends perfectly with their other decor and furniture. They also like the oak color of this stain, and it' s simple to use and has a nice seamless finish when rubbed off properly.

"This light walnut stain is nice. It has a red hue that pleasantly surprised me." Read more

"Color very accurate - easy to use - low to almost no odor. Dries nicely." Read more

"Originally I hated it because it is too dark and looks more like paint then stain but I figured out if I sand my pieces down to 240 and wipe this..." Read more

"...Love love love the dark walnut stain! Easy application, and looked amazing on my builder grade bathroom cabinets !..." Read more

283 customers mention215 positive68 negative

Customers like the quality of the stain. They mention that it is easy to use, comes out better than expected, does a great job, and does well for a nice stain color. The finish is great and it is a good match to the existing stain, giving a lot of character.

"...Polycrylic Water-Based Protective Finish in Clear Satin, the results are amazing." Read more

"This light walnut stain is nice. It has a red hue that pleasantly surprised me." Read more

"Omg! Love love love the dark walnut stain!..." Read more

"Originally I hated it because it is too dark and looks more like paint then stain but I figured out if I sand my pieces down to 240 and wipe this..." Read more

119 customers mention113 positive6 negative

Customers find the stain easy to use. They mention that it goes on smoothly and easily, covers really good, and rubs on nicely with a little rag. It's also easy to clean up and dry fast.

"Color very accurate - easy to use - low to almost no odor. Dries nicely." Read more

"...Love love love the dark walnut stain! Easy application, and looked amazing on my builder grade bathroom cabinets !..." Read more

"Very easy to work with. Took a bit longer to dry than the stated 1-2 hrs but then again we live in humid FL...." Read more

"Worked well, easy to use, wasn’t very thick." Read more

80 customers mention60 positive20 negative

Customers like the drying time of the stain. They mention that it dries very fast and that they love the fast drying wood stains.

"Stain dries super fast, leave it on for 3-5 min then wipe off...." Read more

"Color very accurate - easy to use - low to almost no odor. Dries nicely." Read more

"...These stains are of equal or better quality and dry in a few hours. I use them exclusively now." Read more

"Very easy to work with. Took a bit longer to dry than the stated 1-2 hrs but then again we live in humid FL...." Read more

36 customers mention31 positive5 negative

Customers like the coverage of the household stain. They say it provides perfect coverage, covers a lot of area, and is opaque. Some mention that it goes on smoothly and easily and covers really good.

"This stain is very easy to use and it is very good coverage as advertised. It gave my desk a new modern look...." Read more

"This is an excellent dark gray stain. Good coverage with one coat, dries quickly, and a little goes a long way...." Read more

"...They are easy to apply, and provide good, even coverage. It's great that it is dry after only an hour and ready for a topcoat." Read more

"Goes on smoothly and easily. Covers really good. Nice finish!" Read more

26 customers mention20 positive6 negative

Customers like the packaging of the household stain. They mention that it arrived quickly, was well packaged, and delivered wonderfully. Some mention that the product was packaged secure and did not spill.

"Just what I ordered. No spills. Packaged well." Read more

"...Arrived quickly from this seller, was well packaged. Very pleased." Read more

"...What I can say is it’s a constant reminder of my failures. Solid packaging." Read more

"...no issues with the product itself, but this time Amazon failed with product packaging...." Read more

45 customers mention22 positive23 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the stain. Some mention it's great value, while others say it' a little expensive for what you get.

"It is a bit pricy for no more than you get but for small projects this is perfect. It does work just as it is supposed to and looks great." Read more

"...Amazing product and highly recommended! Affordable and beautiful quality." Read more

"...It's a bit more expensive, but it is thicker and a much more premium stain than what I typically pick up through Home Depot...." Read more

"...4 chairs. 4 shelves. Still have some left in this can. Worth it for the small amount you get." Read more

21 customers mention12 positive9 negative

Customers are mixed about the thickness of the stain. Some mention that it was rather thick and layered on the wood trim like a paint product, while others say that it's awful awful awful and hard to work with.

"Worked well, easy to use, wasn’t very thick." Read more

"...Easy to use but is slightly different from a typical wood stain. A little thicker so apply a little at a time at first until you achieve the look..." Read more

"...It's a bit more expensive, but it is thicker and a much more premium stain than what I typically pick up through Home Depot...." Read more

"You would need to thin it by half to be of any value. It's so thick that it just smears. Regardless, it is not in any way representative of..." Read more

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Love thus stain
Have used this stain several times. It goes on very nice. Doesn't take too long to dry and after a few days you can use a water base poly to seal.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2024
Size: QuartColor: Dark WalnutVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent dark walnut color
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2024
Stain dries super fast, leave it on for 3-5 min then wipe off. I used it on unfinished cabinets and folding bench in laundry room makeover, topped it off with 3 coats of Minwax 63333 Clear Polycrylic Water-Based Protective Finish in Clear Satin, the results are amazing.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2024
Size: QuartColor: Light WalnutVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars RED HUE
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2024
This light walnut stain is nice. It has a red hue that pleasantly surprised me.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2024
Size: Half PintColor: Dark WalnutVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2024
Size: QuartColor: EbonyVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2023
Size: Half PintColor: Dark WalnutVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful and quick dry
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2023
Omg! Love love love the dark walnut stain! Easy application, and looked amazing on my builder grade bathroom cabinets ! Looks like I bought an expensive new vanity! Sand prior to staining and watch a YouTube so you don’t leave it on too long before wiping like I almost did. Will be using the rest to stain the other cabinets in my other bathrooms, as there is so much left over in this small can! Amazing product and highly recommended! Affordable and beautiful quality.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2024
Size: QuartColor: Aged WheatVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great stain to take away the red in red oak
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2024
Love this stain!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2024
Size: QuartColor: Worn NavyVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Deep blue stain
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2024
Very easy to work with. Took a bit longer to dry than the stated 1-2 hrs but then again we live in humid FL. The only disappointment is that it’s much darker/navy blue than the sample swatches available at the store. But overall we’re happy as we could rub off to get the desired look
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Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2023
Size: QuartColor: Weathered GrayVerified Purchase

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Clemen Azucena Muñoz
3.0 out of 5 stars Es súper pequeña
Reviewed in Mexico on February 24, 2024
Size: Half PintColor: EbonyVerified Purchase
Tluangpuia
4.0 out of 5 stars Good but...
Reviewed in India on December 5, 2023
Size: QuartColor: Carbon GrayVerified Purchase
Valsoraj
3.0 out of 5 stars Good stain, the right colour
Reviewed in Canada on May 5, 2021
Size: QuartColor: Antique WhiteVerified Purchase
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Breen
5.0 out of 5 stars rich deep colour, easy coverage with brush or wiped on
Reviewed in Canada on April 25, 2021
Size: Half PintColor: Carbon GrayVerified Purchase
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Land of wood
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome product
Reviewed in India on October 13, 2020
Size: QuartColor: Dark WalnutVerified Purchase
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Land of wood
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome product
Reviewed in India on October 13, 2020
Amazon is very excellent for online purchasing. And this product is terribly awesome.
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