Ratings & Reviews for Minwax Polycrylic Max Water-based Clear Transparent Satin Interior Stain ( 1-quart )

Unusable paint

The paint was probably store outside during winter, because it was curdled. I am returning it.

Be prepared to put 4-5 coats of paint on.

This was so hard to get to look smooth, we had to keep going over the countertop over and over again.

This is a win

I live they way the finish came out and dried really quick

easy to use, clean finish

easy to use, clean finish. dried really fast, so be careful you're not making any drips, because you will have to scrape them off if they are left to dry for more than a few minutes.

Easy and Fast!

A little goes a long way! It dries really fast and can be recoated quickly. Plus it cleans up with soap and water. Only draw back is that it will probably take me 5 years to use a whole gallon!

MAX ULTRA FLAT

I have no idea if different sheens are better but this is one of the DIY products that just does not work. I have been refinishing for over 20 years and know how to lay out clear vs latex paint. The product has to be mixed with a power mixer as without you will have clumps. The issue with this product is it dries too fast. I believe that is why it clumps in its own can. Doing a cabinet door the stiles and rails as long as you move FAST are doable. The problem comes when you have to do a fl...

Works as Needed

Easy to use

Buyer BEWARE - Watch the video!

I'll give it this: It dries FAST. It dries so fast that in the time it takes to dip the brush to make another brushstroke, the previous brushstroke will start PEELING UP as you brush over the edge. Forget having a wet edge to run the next brushstroke into for a smooth finish. Forget cleaning drips from the edge of your project after finishing a brushstroke. In fact, forget cleaning your brush and reusing it for another project; this stuff will be dry in the time it takes to walk to the sink. It ...

Good product does what it says

Grabbed this because it was supposed to be fast drying mehhh it is but not anything crazy and it’s a little difficult to get the brush lines out due to the viscosity and setting time but still none the less good product does what it says and protects my indoor projects with out having to dry for a full 24 hours

The king of acrylic clear coat!

This is a true one coat clear, the satin finish is perfect. The water based acrylic reminds me of a quality acrylic paint but in a clear coat! It’s choice but doesn’t like to be sprayed, it’s too thick and isn’t supposed to be thinned. It doesn’t carry brush marks so it’s not really an issue. Cure time is quick (24 hours set, 4-5 days complete), dehydrating is ultra quick (about 10 minutes). A bit speedy but the coat quality makes it worth it. Time will tell how it holds up.

Amazing!

Minwax Max is amazing. I have a 20 year old hardwood floor in my home office that had become worn. The Minwax Max went on very thick and smooth and dried within an hour. It also has a relatively low VOC odor. I applied two coats and am using it in less than 12 hours later. I have no idea how they make this but it is amazing.