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Wood Finish Oil-based Early American Semi-transparent Interior Stain ( Half-pint )

Ratings & Reviews for Minwax Wood Finish Oil-based Early American Semi-transparent Interior Stain ( Half-pint )

4.6
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 4.6 out of 5
5880 Reviews


93% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise the exceptional color quality, ease of application, and consistent performance. The rich, deep colors enhance natural wood grain beautifully, with shades like dark walnut and golden oak delivering professional finishes that match expectations. Reviewers highlight smooth application, even coverage, quick drying, and the ability to achieve desired results with one coat. Many report decades of loyal use, calling it their trusted go-to choice for all wood projects. A few note color appeared darker than anticipated, but most view this as desirable depth. Overall, customers consider it highly reliable and consistently recommend it.

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5880 Customer Reviews

Good product

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Great coverage as needed

The staon woekwd superb in coveromg the cabinets we used ot on.

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Nice color

Would Recommend

This stain had great penetration

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Great color

Would Recommend

Bought this a few weeks ago. Followed instructions, seen a few videos and finally applied it. First time using a finish or dye or whatever on a project. Did a mediocre job of sanding. Regardless, the color is beautiful. I did maybe 3-4 layers and it soaks up nice. Came out like a dark cherry. If I did one layer or rather one stroke, the color would probably be a natural cherry wood color I would imagine. I still have some left over so excited to do another project.

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Great stain

Would Recommend

Used to make a wooden apple. Turned out really good. Stain is easy to clean up if a mess is made.

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Nice color!

Would Recommend

Stained some birch plywood with this to make an ottoman topper. Great color. Easy to work with.

October 7, 2026
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