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

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

4.6
1964
Review
 4.6 out of 5
1964 Reviews


91% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

The product is generally well-received, with most customers finding it easy to apply, fast-drying, and providing a smooth, clear finish. Many praised its low odor, water-based formula, and easy cleanup. However, some reported issues with streaking, foaming, and an uneven finish, as well as the product being too thin and difficult to apply. Overall, the consensus is that this is a high-quality clear coat that delivers excellent results when used properly.

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1964 Customer Reviews

Great product

Would Recommend

I purchased this product to use on an old whiskey barrel. I has amazing coverage and was perfect for my project

September 14, 2026
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High Gloss Finish

Works great. Provides a glossy hard finish on wood products.

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Happy with the results

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transparent finish

Would Recommend

I purchased this to used on wood furniture that I built for my home. This product left a great finish that I am very happy with!

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Can be sprayed

Would Recommend

Directions say they don’t recommend spraying but I found it to be very doable with great results. I would not recommend it for your first spraying endeavor however. The product has a consistency slightly thicker than water and as such very little hang on vertical surfaces. Light coats came out fine using Graco Quick Shot and fine finish tip. I believe it would work well with HVLP as well but didn’t try it. Dried a tad fast but it was 110 here the day I sprayed, need to be mindful of overspray ...

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Follow the instructions on the can

Would Recommend

I am unaccustomed to having to sand the first coat. The instructions on can said I would. It was correct. The first coat felt like 200-400 grit sandpaper regardless of how smooth the bare wood was. It is NOT crystal clear on Maple boards. Darkens them approximately 1/5 of wiping them with a wet wrag.

September 6, 2026
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Results you want

Great product at a great price = great results

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Ordered 5 different times. Always delivered to my.

Lovely

September 3, 2026
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