Minwax Wood Finish Water-Based Semi-Transparent True Black Water-Based Acrylic Emulsion Wood Finish

This penetrating, water-based stain opens up a world of possibilities in just one wood-grain-enhancing coat. Ideal for small projects, unfinished furniture, cabinets, doors and trim. Finish every project with a clear protective topcoat like crystal-clear Minwax Polycrylic or warmly ambering Minwax fast-dry polyurethane. For truest color, use Minwax Polycrylic over light and cool colors, fast-dry polyurethane over warm wood tones.

• • Start with bare and stripped wood that's clean and dry
• • 5x thicker for easier application
• • Color that showcases wood grain
• • For best results, start with a medium-grit sandpaper and increase the grit as you go, finishing with as final sand
• • Test before staining on a hidden spot to make sure you like the color
• • Stir stain well before and occasionally during staining