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Minwax stains are made to go directly onto wood. You do not need primer, and I think it looks awful over primer.
You can, but there is no point, and a waste of the Minwax. -Minwax is for applying to bare wood.
i'm going with minwax polyshades. cabot also makes a stain & polyurethane in one application. i noticed there are 3 questions about how to mix stain & polyurethane on this site. all 3 are unanswered. i was researching the topic & i've seen reference to a polyurethane stain kit. can't find out what a polyurethane stain kit is. my tenant left behind an opened can of minwax polyshades. i tried some of it out & i think it looks fine. i sanded some of the scratches & paint stains out, put on a coat of natural wood stain & i'm using the polyshades as an overcoat. there are still some scratches but it looks a lot better than it did before. the polyshades should help mask some of the scratches & give it a more even tone. bottom line - it's really difficult to find information on how to mix stain & polyurethane so the minwax & cabot all in one products look good to me. i wish they came in sizes larger than a quart, but easier to go pick that product up than to continue looking for information that indicates what a polyurethane stain kit is & how to use it.
I use them only to stain furniture that I've made and I've found the best way is applying it with a lint-free cloth and rubbing it in with small circular motions,
Yes, it was discontinued. its a very important thing to my step mother and shes got a new door and would love it. where could i get it? ----- ADDED: I have had good luck by using one layer of Minwax Rosewood and another of Minwax Vermont Maple (water-based). Hope that helps.
I have not used Minwax Polyshades stain for my woodworking projects.
Yes, Minwax Polyurethane can be sprayed onto surfaces to achieve a smooth and even finish.
Yes, you can apply tung oil over Minwax stain for your project.
I have not personally used Minwax spray stain for my woodworking projects.
Yes, you can, but then it won't be 'express stain' anymore.
No, Minwax stain is not food safe for use on surfaces that come into contact with food.
The smell of Minwax stain typically takes about 24 to 48 hours to completely dissipate.
To remove an espresso stain from a surface treated with Minwax, the best method is to gently blot the stain with a clean cloth dampened with warm water and mild dish soap. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners that may damage the Minwax finish.
The recommended dry time for Minwax Gel Stain before applying a second coat is 8-10 hours.
Yes, you can apply Minwax water-based polyurethane over oil-based stain. Make sure the stain is fully dried before applying the polyurethane for best results.
Using Minwax Pre-Stain wood conditioner before applying stain is important to ensure a smooth and even finish. It helps the stain to penetrate the wood evenly, reducing blotchiness and ensuring a more uniform color.
Use Sikkens paint brush cleaner!