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Polycrylic Water-based Clear Transparent Matte Interior Stain ( 11.5-oz )

Ratings & Reviews for Minwax Polycrylic Water-based Clear Transparent Matte Interior Stain ( 11.5-oz )

4.2
772
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 4.2 out of 5
772 Reviews


80% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

This protective finish provides a clear, durable coating that enhances the natural color and richness of wood. Many users report it is easy to apply, dries quickly, and leaves a glossy finish. However, some have experienced issues with the spray version, recommending the brush-on version instead for more consistent results. Overall, this appears to be a high-quality product that works well for finishing and protecting a variety of wood projects when applied properly.

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772 Customer Reviews

Polycrylic is the best...

Would Recommend

Very good quality product. Applies smoothly and evenly.

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Go to wood factory nish

Would Recommend

This is my go to finish. Quality product.

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Covers like it's supposed to but dribbles.

Would Recommend

It does what it's supposed to but sometimes the nozzle dribbles whenever you spray your work.

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Used for wood floor coating repair. Great product

Would Recommend

I had a bare place on the hardwood floors of my new house. I used 200 grit sandpaper over the area and then added this product. It worked beautifully to cover the bare spot. Be sure to follow the instructions by doing several coats, letting it dry in between. I used a foam brush to make sure it was evenly spread, going with the grain. Once it fully dried it matched well and is not tacky or discolored around the edges where they overlap.

February 23, 2026
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You are the face of the company

Would Recommend

Your staff member in the paint department did not wish to assist, he just looked at me and avoided me. POOR customer service. I was assisted after several minutes by one of the paint venders working this department. Please note, I was at the paint department service counter when all this took place.

January 24, 2026
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Excellent finish for a water based product.

Would Recommend

Lays down nicely but has the same problem as most water based products do. It’s a little runny. The splatter is bound to happen but once everything dries, looks and feels fine.

January 19, 2026
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Clay Pot Creations

Would Recommend

Used to protect clay pot Christmas decorations.

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Sprayer makes large random drips

Would Not Recommend

Followed directions, shook 2+ minutes before use. Finishing birch cabinet-grade backs for bathroom cabinets and spray dropped random (1/4-1/2 inch) blobs on the work that are clearly visible after drying. 65 degrees F about 65% humidity. Never again.

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Response from MINWAX

Thank you for taking the time to review the Polycrylic. We apologize you had an issue with the product spraying and using it for your project. So w...

MINWAXDecember 9, 2025

MINWAX

Orderless

Would Recommend

Water base

December 4, 2025
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Response from MINWAX

Thanks for leaving a review. If you have any questions, please let us know at 1-800-523-9299 or info@cbgbrandreview.com. Sincerely, R.C., Custome...

MINWAXDecember 5, 2025

MINWAX

Good Product Too Expensive

Good Product Too Expensive

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My go to!

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I own two businesses (Custom woodworking and Homemade Decor) and Minwax Polycrylic (in its many forms) is always my go to top coat! I love that I have the versatility of choosing which sheen I want for each project. It really gives each item that custom finish.

November 22, 2025

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Great product.

Would Recommend

Love this product.

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Perfect over vinyl decals

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought this for some custom corn hole boards that I made. It doesn't yellow and applies easily over vinyl decals on corn hole boards.

October 17, 2025

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