Ratings & Reviews for Minwax Polycrylic Water-based Clear Transparent Flat Interior Stain ( 1-gallon )
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What Customers Are Saying
The product appears to be a generally well-received clear protective finish, with many positive comments about its ease of use, fast drying time, and ability to create a smooth, clear finish. Customers appreciate its low odor, water-based formula, and the fact that it does not yellow over time. However, some users noted it may not perform as well on more open-grain or textured surfaces, and care is needed to avoid issues like foaming, sagging, or brush marks during application. Overall, the majority of reviewers found the product to be a reliable, high-quality clear coat that provides good protection for a variety of wood projects.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Yellows when dry
Would Not RecommendI bought this since it states "clear" satin and "keeps colors true". Unfortunately it does not and drys yellow.
From Polycrylic Water-based Clear Transparent Satin Interior Stain ( 1-gallon ) Verified PurchaserVerified Pro
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.
From minwax.com
Good coat
Good for clear coating
From Polycrylic Water-based Clear Transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( Half-pint ) Verified Purchaser
Cost to much
Would Not RecommendIt did not give the finish that the oil base does.
From Polycrylic Water-based Clear Transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Thank you for your review of the Polycrylic. Since this product is water based it does dry quicker than our oil based urethanes. We recommend keepi...
It must contain gold!
I love using this product although I don’t think a gallon of it is worth almost $72!
From Polycrylic Water-based Clear Transparent Semi-gloss Interior Stain ( 1-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
Product wax
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very nice finishing. Easy to use Easy to clean ......
From minwax.com
Much better than oil base poly! Harder finish
Would RecommendEasy to apply and covers good!
From Polycrylic Water-based Clear Transparent Satin Interior Stain ( Half-pint ) Verified Purchaser
Small container covers a good amount
Would RecommendWent on easily. I tried to use long strokes to keep from seeing the lines. The smell is very bad for quite a few hours, needed window open
From Polycrylic Water-based Clear Transparent Matte Interior Stain ( Half-pint ) Verified Purchaser
Thank you for taking the time to review the Polycrylic. We apologize you did not get the expected results when using for your project. So we can ge...