Minwax Water Based Wood Conditioner Water-based Pre-stain wood conditioner ( 1-quart )
Item #79958 |
Model #618514444
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Use as the first step in any water based stain project on all types of wood to prepare for staining
Prevents blotching and streaking to ensure beautiful, even stain color
Helps control the effect of grain raising on both soft and hard woods
For use on all soft or hard woods before using water-based wood stains
Allow 15-30 minutes to dry and lightly sand with fine grade sand paper
Cleanup - soap and water
Application - cloth, synthetic bristle brush or foam applicator
General | |||
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Color/Finish Family | Clear | Unit of Measure Quantity | 32 |
Sub-Brand | Water Based Wood Conditioner | Unit of Measure | Fluid ounce(s) |
Type | Pre-stain wood conditioner | Number of Coats Recommended | 1 |
Base Material | Water-based | Shake Can Before Use | No |
Package Quantity | 1 | Clean-up Method | Soap and water |
Dimensions | |||
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Container Size | 1-quart | Maximum Coverage Area (Sq. Feet) | 100 |
Features | |||
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Dry to Re-Coat | 30-60 minutes | 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 | ||
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this wood conditioner for eliminating blotchiness and delivering uniform stain application, especially on softwoods like pine. Most reviewers describe it as essential for water-based stains, noting it allows consistent penetration across all wood types and makes the staining process professional and satisfying. Many highlight the ease of application, quick drying, and low odor. A few mention it dries quickly, requiring prompt work, and a small number question effectiveness on certain woods, but these concerns are vastly outweighed by enthusiastic endorsements. Overall, customers consider it an indispensable step for achieving beautiful, even results.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Great product
Easy to use. Water clean up. Does enhance the grain
Verified Purchaser
Excellent prep product
Absorbed quickly, was easy to apply with a cloth, and readily accepted the follow up stain and sealer.
Verified Purchaser
Definitely a difference when using this product.
Verified Purchaser
Nothing like a Minwax conditioner
High quality Minwax product.
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Prestain
Goes on even
Verified Purchaser
Dries to fast.
Very difficult to apply. Dries too fast.
Verified Purchaser
Thought this was helpful but I was staying in Pine
I didn't have the the best success with this but I know it's a good product
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