Ratings & Reviews for Minwax PolyShades Oil-based Honey Pine Semi-transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( Half-pint )
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What Customers Are Saying
The product offers a convenient all-in-one staining and polyurethane solution, with some customers reporting excellent results and a durable, beautiful finish. However, others experienced issues with uneven application and blotchy results. The reviews suggest the product may work well for some projects, but separate stain and polyurethane products may provide better control and a more professional finish.
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Would RecommendEasy to apply. Polyurethane is mixed in so no extra application!
From PolyShades Oil-based Bombay Mahogany Semi-transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( Half-pint ) Verified Purchaser
Try it first
Would RecommendDoes not let the true color thru
From PolyShades Oil-based Pecan Semi-transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( Half-pint ) Verified Purchaser
Never again
Would Not RecommendNever again! The application requires way too much sanding. Not worth it. It is impossible to apply without bubbles. Streaks, etc. You will spend 10x more timing fine sanding. I had to strip the entire piece. Went back to stain and wipeon poly.
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Thank you for taking the time to review the Polyshades. We apologize you did not get the desired results when using this product for your project. A...
Nearly Black
Nearly Black
From PolyShades Oil-based Mission Oak Semi-transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( Half-pint ) Verified Purchaser
Thank you for taking the time to review the Polyshades. Since each type of wood can take the product differently, we do recommend a test area first ...
Beautiful color!
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used this to stain and poly the pine tongue and groove ceiling boards for a camper van I am building out. I used two coats of the pecan gloss and it turned out great!
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Easy to apply and give additional coats
Would RecommendPerfect match
From PolyShades Oil-based Classic Oak Semi-transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( Half-pint ) Verified Purchaser
works great!
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use this product on all of my wood projects and it aways comes out just how I want it. 10/10 recommend
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Use the Recommended Brush Natural Bristle
I bought Mission Oak for my Bathroom Vanity top made out of plywood. I started out with a nylon brush and it was horrible. I reread the instruction to use a natural bristle brush!! So I started over, and I'm on the 2nd coat, and it looks so beautiful! The Natural Bristle brush is Key to using Polyshades.
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Tacky and Sticky
Would Not RecommendThis stain leaves a very a tacky and sticky film. It's not for me.
From PolyShades Oil-based Bombay Mahogany Semi-transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Thank you for taking the time to review the Polyshades. Since this is a stain and polyurethane in one, it does not apply like a traditional stain. ...
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Would RecommendI returned it b/c I didn’t need it after all, but I love all minwax products.
From PolyShades Oil-based Espresso Semi-transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( Half-pint ) Verified Purchaser
Uneven color and sticky
Would Not RecommendRefinished a desktop with this after stripping down to bare wood. Left an absolutely miserable finish. It is so tacky and sticky that it shows every brush mark. Every brush mark start is shown as a color change that doesn’t even out. Quite frankly, this is a miserable product.
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Thank you for taking the time to review the Polyshades. We apologize you did not have good results when using for your desk. Application of this pro...
Good stain
Would RecommendGreat product
From PolyShades Oil-based Bombay Mahogany Semi-transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Amazing stain
Would RecommendI love the fact it can be used on all old and new wood
From PolyShades Oil-based Bombay Mahogany Semi-transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Easy to use
Would RecommendI bought this to stain a wood table in my living room. It was easy to match the perfect shade of brown. It was easy to apply and it dried quickly. I will buy this brand again for my next wood staining project. Thank you!
From PolyShades Oil-based Bombay Mahogany Semi-transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( Half-pint ) Verified Purchaser
Great for touch ups!!
Would RecommendDid recent remodel of two rooms. Woodwork needed a facelift & I decided not to paint. Matched previous color perfectly & super easy to use.
From PolyShades Oil-based Mission Oak Semi-transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( Half-pint ) Verified Purchaser
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