Ratings & Reviews for Minwax Wood Finish Color Series Oil-based Clear Tint Base Semi-transparent Tintable Interior Stain ( 1-quart )
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this wood stain for its rich, true-to-color finish and effortless application. Most highlight smooth, even coverage without streaking, fast drying times requiring often just one coat, and excellent results for DIYers and beginners. The low odor compared to traditional oil-based stains is frequently commended, making it suitable for indoor projects. Many appreciate the wide shade range and how it enhances natural wood grain. A few report inconsistent results when spraying or on certain wood types, though these remain isolated concerns. Overall, reviewers strongly recommend it for professional-looking results.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.hard to apply
I had it tinted a color and was not pleased with how it applied to the wood. It seems blotchy, and variations were hard to control. The wood was pine, so that may have been the problem. I ended up painting it instead.
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It’s a Minwax product and the quality is as expected.
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Not close.
Bought aged barrel, it was more like a gray/blue paint. Nothing close the sample.
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We apologize if you were not satisfied with the color of the stain for your project. Since each type of wood can take the stain differently, we do r...
Color wasn't close
Would Not RecommendOrdered "Rustic Cherry". Should have known I was in trouble when the splash on the can was purple. Tested on a piece of red oak and pine and it came out dark purple. Anybody need a gallon of stain for a kids room?
We apologize if you were not satisfied with the color of the stain for your project. Since each type of wood can take the stain differently, we do r...
Tented grey
Would RecommendGreat stuff
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Minwax poly
Would RecommendVerified Purchaser
Does not act like a stain.
Would Not RecommendI got this in the Colton Blue color. The color itself is fantastic, but it does not actually stain the wood. There is very little penetration. It sits on top even after a couple coat tries. Had I realized this, I would’ve just painted with a similar color. It might be a look you like depending on what you need, but the most important thing to know is it DOES NOT function like a typical stain.
Thank you for your review. Since the Color Series Stain needs to penetrate, it needs to be applied to bare wood. If it is remaining on top then the...
Color match paint
Would RecommendIt was a custom color, color match, and it was very close to the color I needed
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Great product
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My husband uses this product on all his construction jobs now. It is such good quality and holds up so well. Last years if applied correctly on all jobs. The coverage is exceptional. The instructions are very accurate and described very well. Drys quicker than I thought would also.
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Stain
Would RecommendWas a mix and matches well
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Can add multiple coats to darken color
Would RecommendThe color stays true when custom mixing colors.
From Wood Finish Color Series Oil-based Clear Tint Base Semi-transparent Tintable Interior Stain ( 1-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
Thank you for taking the time to review the Color Series Stain. We apologize you had an issue with the results of the product. Since pine is a poro...