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Minwax Wood Finish Water-based Clear/Tint Base Solid Interior Stain ( 1-quart )

Name: Minwax Wood Finish Water-based Clear/Tint Base Solid Interior Stain ( 1-quart )
Brand: Minwax
SKU: 5001675079
Rating: 3.7 (355 reviews)

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Minwax® Wood Finish® Solid Color Stain is a penetrating, water-based stain that opens up a world of possibilities in just one wood-grain-hiding coat

Solid opacity shows more color, less wood grain while keeping the wood texture
One coat color dries in one hour
5x thicker for easier application (when compared to traditional oil-based stains)
Ideal for small projects, unfinished furniture, cabinets, doors and trim
Ideal for small projects, unfinished furniture, cabinets, doors and trim

General
Sub-Brand	Wood Finish	Stains	Yes
Clean-up Method	Soap and water	Base Material	Water-based
Transparency	Solid	Use Location	Interior
Apply with Brush	Yes	Unit of Measure	Fluid ounce(s)
Apply with Roller	No	Unit of Measure Quantity	32
Apply with Paint Sprayer	No	Number of Coats Recommended	1
Apply with Paint Pad	No	Color/Finish Family	Multiple colors/finishes
Shake Can Before Use	No	Manufacturer Color/Finish	Clear/Tint Base
Package Quantity	1	Paint Color Family	Multiple colors/finishes

Dimensions
Container Size	1-quart	Maximum Coverage Area (Sq. Feet)	100

Features
Stain and Sealer in One	No	Seals	No
Pre-Tinted	No	Finishes	No
Stain and Polyurethane in One	No	Revives	No
Dries Clear	No	Conditions	No
Gel	No	Dry to Re-Coat	1-2 hours
Configurable	Yes	Dry to Touch	1 hour
Protects	No	Tintable	No

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	No
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	No	For Use on Previously Stained Wood	No
For Use on Plywood	Yes	For Use with Moulding & Trim	Yes
For Use on Hardwood	Yes

Miscellaneous
UNSPSC	31211700

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Review

3.7 out of 5

355 Reviews

61% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers are divided on this stain, with many praising its excellent coverage, quick drying, and rich color variety, while nearly a third express frustration over its thick, paint-like application that doesn't penetrate wood as expected. Some report severe color mismatches and untinted products received, though others adapted by adjusting application technique. Reviewers familiar with previous formulations feel disappointed by the change, yet brand loyalists still recommend it as a reliable water-based option. Despite application challenges and occasional color issues, most customers find it worthwhile for coverage and ease of cleanup.

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Good coverage

Would Recommend

Good coverage and revealing of grain and burnt grain. Just enough opacity but emphasizes the color

nwcnwcSeptember 30, 2026
From Wood Finish Water-based Clear_SLASH_Tint Base Solid Interior Stain ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser

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Excellent product! Better than oil based.

I have been using this stain in several colors all year and I am very pleased with it. It dries quickly, is easy to clean up with soap and water and is available colors. For best results I found that I must cover it with Chrystal Clear Topcoat to end up with a satin finish that feels smooth.

KenhSeptember 23, 2026
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Great for indoor use!

Would Recommend

Covers and penetrates in one coat! No horrible stain smell left behind. The color is true to the color cart as well. I’ll definitely use it again.

Minwax wood finishSeptember 20, 2026
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Black stain

I was happy to find this stain for the mail box. It is black and even the Paint store didn’t have it! Thank you Lowe’s

BeviejeanAugust 20, 2026
From Wood Finish Water-based True Black Solid Interior Stain ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser

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Looks very good.

Wanted to stain the wood boards I had also purchased so they blended in more.

jaskcAugust 8, 2026
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Good Paint

I just happened to find this can of paint on clearance when I was desperate to find matching paint for a project I was doing. It went on so smooth and dried so fast. Great paint

MaryJuly 14, 2026
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