Minwax Minwax Red Chestnut Oil-Based Stain
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Model #61500444
Treating the surface with Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner helps prevent streaks and blotches by evening out the absorption of oil-based stains
Use on any wood but is especially necessary when working with soft or porous woods like pine, alder, birch, and maple
Penetrates the grain of the wood to promote uniform acceptance of oil-based stains
Coats - normally 1, but additional coats may be applied on highly absorbent woods
Cleanup - mineral spirits or paint thinner, following manufacturer’s safety instructions
Application - cloth or brush
General | |||
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Color/Finish Family | Clear | Unit of Measure Quantity | 32 |
Sub-Brand | N/A | Unit of Measure | Fluid ounce(s) |
Type | Pre-stain wood conditioner | Number of Coats Recommended | 1 |
Base Material | Oil-based | Shake Can Before Use | No |
Package Quantity | 1 | Clean-up Method | Mineral spirits |
Dimensions | |||
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Container Size | 1-quart | Maximum Coverage Area (Sq. Feet) | 125 |
Features | |||
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Dry to Re-Coat | 1-2 hours | Dry to Touch | 30-60 minutes |
Certifications | |||
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CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning(s) | |||
Warranty | |||
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Warranty | Limited lifetime | ||
Compatibility | |||
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For Use on Hardwood | Yes | For Use on Softwood | Yes |
Miscellaneous | |||
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UNSPSC | 31211500 | ||
Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.
What Customers Are Saying
The Minwax Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner is widely praised for helping achieve an even, consistent stain finish, especially on softer woods. Many users found it prevented blotchy or uneven absorption, resulting in a more professional-looking final result. The conditioner made the staining process easier and smoother, maintaining a uniform appearance across large projects. While a few had mixed results, most customers were very satisfied with the product's performance and considered it an essential step in their wood staining process.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Perfect prep for raw wood
I had a surface partially finished, partially raw after sanding and wanted to make sure it would finish even. Prestaining is a simple concept; just brush this in the raw area until it no longer absorbs and starts to pool instead (obviously on vertical surfaces, it will run so have a drop cloth or drip tray ready), leave 10-15 minutes then use a clean lint free rag to wipe away all the excess. This is the stuff you use before the oil-based stain or seal, in this case, I was using Poly Shades. The...
Custom shade vintage cabinet makeover on
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Refinished vintage family hutch. Did a custom color by mixing weathered oak with rustic beige. Used prestain conditioner and poly finish. Very happy with how it turned out. The stain went on easy no blotches.
From minwax.com
Make sure your prep first and don't apply to heavy
Had an old table we were refinishing, and this is a great product. I have to remember not ro apply too thick
Wood conditioner for window frame.
A must have item for window frames. I had clear pine and tested stain without this conditioner, which came out blotchy and really dark. But with it the color went on smooth and gave me time to distribute the stain more evenly.
Verified Purchaser
Beautiful and easy!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve had great results using Minwax Oil-Based Stain on my wood projects. It applies smoothly, penetrates well, and brings out the natural beauty and grain of the wood. I like that it offers rich, consistent color and gives projects a professional look when applied correctly. I typically finish my pieces with a beautiful clear coat, and the final result always looks clean, durable, and high-end. Overall, Minwax Oil-Based Stain has been a dependa...
From minwax.com
Definitely helped
Definitely helped apply an even stain color that we applied to a hevea butcher block countertop for some built-ins. I tested it on the bottom with and without the conditioner and opted to use the conditioner on the topside.
Verified Purchaser
Changes the wood color
Went on easily. I did not like the way it changed the color of the wood. I couldn’t tell that it made any difference in the way the stain came out with or without it
Worth using before staining rough lumber
Bought this for a workbench project for my son. I used it on some older, not-great-looking wood before applying stain, and it definitely helped improve the final appearance. The wood ended up looking much better than I expected, especially considering I was using leftover stain I already had around the house.
Verified Purchaser
You definitely need to apply this before staining!
I’ve never used a pre-stain before, but after my first application of stain came out looking horrible, I went on YouTube to see why. Most everyone recommended pre-staining, and it definitely makes a difference in the outcome. It went from splotchy on my first attempt to a professional-looking job on my second.
Works well.
better finish than the shelac and poly pre mix ones, I just wish there were more color choice for the deep penetrating stuff.
Thank you for your review of the Prestain Wood Conditioner. Since this is an oil based product, it can slightly change the color of the wood since i...