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Polycrylic Water-based Clear Transparent Semi-gloss Interior Stain ( 1-quart )

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

4.4
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 4.4 out of 5
517 Reviews


86% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

The Minwax Polycrylic water-based polyurethane finish is praised for its easy application, quick drying, and clear, glossy appearance that enhances wood grain. It provides good protection and durability, and many customers successfully used it on furniture, cabinets, and other interior wood surfaces. While a few reviewers noted minor issues like potential drips or uneven sheen, the overall feedback is very positive about the product's performance and ease of use compared to oil-based alternatives.

Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.
517 Customer Reviews

great product

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great product

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It works as it should

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Love this water based sealer

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Easy to use

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Easy application

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MINWAXMay 11, 2026

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Very smooth product

Would Recommend

Love the texture on my cabinets

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Gets the job domr

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Perfect for sealing shelves

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Great finish on our work.

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This made a great finish. It was a little hard to get the great even finish on the large piece we were finishing but we finally finished with a spray can of polycrylic and that make the end result awesome.

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Clear coat

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Easy to apply, dries quickly on wash paint table

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Good Quality

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Good Quality

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The ‘ol stand by.

My go-to for clear finishes on shop projects. Durable and doesn’t yellow over time. Easy water based cleanup.

February 2, 2026
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Make sure to mix well.

Would Recommend

Very easy application.

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Very Good Water Based Coating

Would Recommend

I've used the product before with good results, so I bought it again. I like that it is easy to apply and dries quickly.

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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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The jury is still out

Would Not Recommend

I’m planning to do some end tables and cabinets with this product. Based on my experience with water based stain I’m unsure. You better start with something you don’t care about as much.

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MINWAXNovember 17, 2025

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Easy to put on and clean up

Would Recommend

A bit watery so had to be careful to ensure I caught all of the drips so no buildup once dried on the sides of wood

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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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