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Minwax PolyShades Oil-based Bombay Mahogany Semi-transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( Half-pint )

Name: Minwax PolyShades Oil-based Bombay Mahogany Semi-transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( Half-pint )
Brand: Minwax
SKU: 1002653004
Rating: 4.2 (915 reviews)

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Manufacturer Color/Finish: Bombay Mahogany

Container Size: Half-pint

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Minwax® PolyShades® enhances wood grain by combining beautiful rich stain color and long-lasting polyurethane protection in one easy step.

Can be used over polyurethane finishes, so you can change the color of your finished wood, without removing the existing finish
One-step product reduces finishing time
Easy application with a high quality natural bristle brush
Two coats are recommended; to deepen the color, apply a third coat
Mineral spirits clean up

General
Sub-Brand	PolyShades	Base Material	Oil-based
Clean-up Method	Mineral spirits	Use Location	Interior
Transparency	Semi-transparent	Unit of Measure	Fluid ounce(s)
Apply with Brush	Yes	Unit of Measure Quantity	8
Apply with Roller	No	Number of Coats Recommended	2
Apply with Paint Sprayer	No	Sheen	Gloss
Apply with Paint Pad	No	Color/Finish Family	Purple
Shake Can Before Use	No	Manufacturer Color/Finish	Bombay Mahogany
Package Quantity	1	Paint Color Family	Purple
Stains	Yes

Dimensions
Container Size	Half-pint	Maximum Coverage Area (Sq. Feet)	75

Features
Stain and Sealer in One	Yes	Finishes	Yes
Pre-Tinted	Yes	Revives	No
Stain and Polyurethane in One	Yes	Conditions	No
Dries Clear	No	Dry to Re-Coat	6-8 hours
Gel	No	Dry to Touch	6-8 hours
Protects	Yes	Tintable	No
Seals	Yes

Certifications
CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning(s)	Prop 65 WARNING(S) -

Warranty
Warranty	Limited lifetime

Compatibility
For Use with Doors	Yes	For Use on Softwood	Yes
For Use on Fiberglass	No	For Use on Clear Coated Wood	Yes
For Use with Furniture & Cabinets	Yes	For Use on New or Bare Wood	Yes
For Use with Shelving	Yes	For Use with Small Projects	Yes
For Use on Stripped Wood	Yes	For Use with Hardwood Floors	No
For Use on Veneer	Yes	For Use on Previously Stained Wood	Yes
For Use on Plywood	Yes	For Use with Moulding & Trim	Yes
For Use on Hardwood	Yes

Miscellaneous
UNSPSC	31211700

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4.2 out of 5

915 Reviews

81% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

The Minwax Polyshades product received mixed reviews. Many customers praised its ease of use and glossy finish, while others reported issues with uneven application, blotchy results, and difficulty achieving the desired color. The product seems to work well for some projects but may not be suitable for all wood types or finishes, requiring careful application and potentially multiple coats for best results.

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Great stains

Great coverage and color. They penetrated the wood well.

And1rnAugust 30, 2026
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Does What it says

Works Great, better than I thought it would

thisismeJune 24, 2026
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