Varathane 262021 Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain, Half Pint, Golden Oak - Amazon.com (original) (raw)
Customers say
Customers like the color, ease of application, and quality of the stain. They mention it has a greenish tint, goes on smoothly, and is easy to work with. Some appreciate its functionality and coverage. However, some customers have mixed opinions on the stain quality, drying time, and value for money.
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350 customers mention "Color"258 positive92 negative
Customers like the color of the stain. They mention it's beautiful, has a greenish tint, and is a very light pink. Some say it's concentrated, has lots of pigment, and a nice seamless finish when rubbed off properly.
"Seems concentrated. Lots of pigment. Goes on very dark, even when wiping excess immediately instead of waiting up to 5 minutes...." Read more
"...I think its pretty. It took on sort of a grey blue tint, which will look good for the bathroom theme.. the river's edge...." Read more
"This product is not easy to get a consistent color. You really have to work with it to get it right. I wouldn’t recommend for a first time refinisher." Read more
126 customers mention "Ease of application"116 positive10 negative
Customers find the application of the stain easy. They mention it goes on smoothly and dries quickly. Some say it's a nice stain and goes on nice and even.
"Perfect for my picnic table restoration, easy to apply, fast drying and easy cleanup. Good color choices" Read more
"...It was easy to use, and a little goes a long way. I only put one coat on these boards...." Read more
"easy to use... and dries fast enough. happy - will get more" Read more
87 customers mention "Quality"84 positive3 negative
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the stain. They mention it's reliable, easy to apply, and leaves a beautiful finish. Some say it's thicker and holds up very well.
"...Just ordered another one!! Great product - my grandfather always stood buy this brand" Read more
"...The product itself was great, no complaints." Read more
"Ease of use , smells okay , love the color , nice product" Read more
84 customers mention "Functionality"75 positive9 negative
Customers like the functionality of the stain. They say it works well overall, is pleased with the results, and is easy to use. Some say it looks very high-end and works well with other Varathane products.
"Works good overall, however I prefer a thicker staiin" Read more
"...Applied two coats and then whitewashed with satin top coat. Worked perfect!..." Read more
41 customers mention "Coverage"34 positive7 negative
Customers like the coverage of the product. They mention it covers well, has consistency with paint, and covers a lot of area. Some say it covers all dents and dings they didn't take care of before.
"...No weird smell and product wasn’t thick so it spread easily. Definitely would purchase again." Read more
"Good coverage, easy clean up, being water base, no smell" Read more
"This stain is very easy to use and it is very good coverage as advertised. It gave my desk a new modern look...." Read more
"This is an excellent dark gray stain. Good coverage with one coat, dries quickly, and a little goes a long way...." Read more
161 customers mention "Stain quality"103 positive58 negative
Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the stain. Some mention it's easy to work with and a good match to the existing stain. However, others say it leaves too much stain in one area, is heavy and opaque, and more like a paint than a stain.
"...for my picnic table restoration, easy to apply, fast drying and easy cleanup. Good color choices" Read more
"...That one came sealed in a plastic bag, and there were dried stains around the lid...." Read more
"...It's a really pretty darker stain with hints of gray." Read more
92 customers mention "Drying time"62 positive30 negative
Customers have mixed opinions about the drying time of the stain. Some mention it goes on smoothly and dries quickly, while others say it's taking too long to dry out.
"Perfect for my picnic table restoration, easy to apply, fast drying and easy cleanup. Good color choices" Read more
"...But has a colour as advertised. It takes longer time to get dry.The small pack is enough for 4 of my average size end table." Read more
"easy to use... and dries fast enough. happy - will get more" Read more
80 customers mention "Value for money"45 positive35 negative
Customers have mixed opinions about the value for money of the stain. Some mention it's worth it for the small amount you get, while others say it's not worth $12.00 and overpriced on Amazon.
"...The Amazon prices are reasonable compared to local stores, and the color selection / availability was decent. Would recommend." Read more
"It is Small. Not even bigger than my hand. Quite expensive for it too. No returns so suit yourself and read measurements...." Read more
"...It was easy to use, and a little goes a long way. I only put one coat on these boards...." Read more
"I love the color. Very disappointed I have two days waiting for the stairs to dry and I have to remove..." Read more
Reviews with images
Me encantó
Un color hermoso y rinde bastante pinte todo lo que necesitaba y la pintura no llegó ni a la mitad y eso que pinte muchos lugares aparte del de la foto
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Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2024
Seems concentrated. Lots of pigment. Goes on very dark, even when wiping excess immediately instead of waiting up to 5 minutes. If you don’t want the wood to absorb that much, I recommend using this brand’s pre-stain wood conditioner. Absorption likely depends on the wood, also.
One of the 5 colors looked like a return. Lock clips were missing from top of can. That one came sealed in a plastic bag, and there were dried stains around the lid. Also, that can was a little less full compared to the other 4 colors. We didn’t need much, so it was fine for us.
We used em on several different smaller projects and are reasonably happy with all the results. The Amazon prices are reasonable compared to local stores, and the color selection / availability was decent. Would recommend.
5 people found this helpful
Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2024
Perfect for my picnic table restoration, easy to apply, fast drying and easy cleanup. Good color choices
One person found this helpful
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2024
Works great! Love the color!
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2024
This product is not easy to get a consistent color. You really have to work with it to get it right. I wouldn’t recommend for a first time refinisher.
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2024
My husband and I used this to reclaim some old pallet boards to use in our bathroom. I think its pretty. It took on sort of a grey blue tint, which will look good for the bathroom theme.. the river's edge. It was easy to use, and a little goes a long way. I only put one coat on these boards. The house is still being built, but I'll try to post an updated picture when the bathroom is finished! The photo of the shower just has the reclaimed wood on the outside; the shower walls are tile.
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm happy with the results.
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2024
My husband and I used this to reclaim some old pallet boards to use in our bathroom. I think its pretty. It took on sort of a grey blue tint, which will look good for the bathroom theme.. the river's edge. It was easy to use, and a little goes a long way. I only put one coat on these boards. The house is still being built, but I'll try to post an updated picture when the bathroom is finished! The photo of the shower just has the reclaimed wood on the outside; the shower walls are tile.
9 people found this helpful
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2024
Cheaper price than local, arrived in 2 days.
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2024
Good stain and quick drying
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2024
I used a rag to apply the stain, it turned out just the color I wanted, to match the other dark cherry furniture I have in my living room. I used it for a large oak bookcase. The reason for 3 stars? It takes an inordinate amount of time for the stain to dry, not 1 to 2 hours as advertised. After 6 hours still sticky and tacky, and I used a thin coat over unfinished wood
4 people found this helpful
Top reviews from other countries
5.0 out of 5 stars Todo excelente
Reviewed in Mexico on August 9, 2024
Todo ok, igual a las imagenes. Cubre perfectamente.
5.0 out of 5 stars Recomendable
Reviewed in Mexico on July 9, 2024
Excelente calidad del producto, fácil de aplicar y rendimiento muy alto.
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good
Reviewed in Canada on May 1, 2024
Can is 236ml, in normal units. Very good, but very small.
3.0 out of 5 stars Es súper pequeña
Reviewed in Mexico on February 24, 2024
Creo que fue mi culpa por no leer, pero para el precio siento que está muy pequeña, normal he usado pero espero que valga la pena.
5.0 out of 5 stars ممتاز
Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on August 20, 2024