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Polycrylic Water-based Clear Transparent Flat Interior Stain ( 1-gallon )

Ratings & Reviews for Minwax Polycrylic Water-based Clear Transparent Flat Interior Stain ( 1-gallon )

4.6
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 4.6 out of 5
1855 Reviews


91% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

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.

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1855 Customer Reviews

easy cleanup

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Needed to reseal stair banister - easy apply and cleanup

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No noxious odor

Would Recommend

I am asmathic and this product has no odor, which is great. Easy to use and clean up with soap and water, cant beat that! Goes on nice and smooth and no runs :0 amazing.

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Prefect sheen to match LVP

I used this sheen to cover repaired spots on LVP. It blended perfectly and acts like a sealant over painters putty in small holes.

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Minwax performs great on all our wood projects

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We always buy this brand & size. Best price around.

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Great product

Ease of use

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Good substitute for oil based polyurethane.

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Easy to apply, dries quickly, fast clean up, holds up well over time. Unfortunately does require multiple coats.

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Wonder and easy to use.

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Was easy to use. It made my countertops shiny and gives a coat of protection.

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Good

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Works well

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minwax clear gloss

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Have used many times and like the results

April 16, 2026
From Polycrylic Water-based Clear Transparent Gloss Interior Stain ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
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Great finish

Love the product

April 16, 2026
From Polycrylic Water-based Clear Transparent Satin Interior Stain ( Half-pint ) Verified Purchaser
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Easy to use

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Great cover, no order, works great

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Brings out the natural wood tones nicely.

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It goes on easily and is easy clean up too!

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Easy, perfect finish.

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Wanted to keep a wood look- so went with matte coat. No smell, easy to apply with foam brush. Applied 1 coat every 2 hours with 400 grit sanding inbetween. 3 coats total- looks perfect!

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