Minwax Wood Finish Penetrating Stain – Cherry, 1/2 Pint Oil-Based (223504444)

Quickly and easily give your wood projects a beautiful, rich color with Minwax Wood Finish. This oil-based wood stain deeply penetrates the wood fibers to enhance the natural wood grain in just one coat, providing beautiful, even color. The Cherry shade offers a beautiful natural wood stain with a light to medium color infused with warm red undertones, a classic choice that looks great on a variety of woods and projects.

Ideal for staining unfinished wood furniture, cabinets, doors, trim, molding, and even floors, this stain can work on any bare or stripped wood surface. The special formula allows it to deeply penetrate wood pores within 5 minutes of application, resists lapping for an even color, and dries in as little as two hours (for stain recoat if desired). To apply, just use a clean cloth or wood stain brush and apply in the direction of the grain. Wait 5-15 minutes, then wipe away excess stain. The longer you wait before wiping, the darker and richer the color will become. You can reapply coats for deeper color. For long-lasting durability, always wait 4-6 hours (or as directed on the can) before applying a Minwax protective clear topcoat. Minwax is America’s leading brand of wood finishing and wood care projects since 1904.

Application Instructions (Summarized from Description):

1. Surface Preparation: Ensure wood is bare, dry, and free of dirt, grease, or old finishes. Sand smooth in the direction of the grain and remove all dust. For soft or porous woods, pre-treat with Minwax Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner.
2. Stir Stain: Stir Minwax Wood Finish stain thoroughly before and occasionally during use to ensure consistent color.
3. Application: Apply stain liberally with a clean cloth or wood stain brush in the direction of the wood grain.
4. Penetration: Allow the stain to penetrate the wood for 5-15 minutes.
5. Wipe Off Excess: After desired penetration time, wipe off all excess stain thoroughly with a clean, lint-free cloth, wiping in the direction of the wood grain.
6. Drying & Recoating (Stain): The stain typically dries in about 2 hours. If a deeper color is desired, a second coat of stain can be applied.
7. Topcoat Application: Wait 4-6 hours (or longer, as specified on the can, depending on conditions) after the final stain application and wiping before applying a protective clear topcoat like Minwax Polyurethane or Polycrylic.

Key Features:

• Rich, Even Color: Deeply penetrating oil-based formula enhances natural wood grain.
• Cherry Hue: Provides a beautiful, natural light to medium color with warm red undertones.
• Resists Lapping: Formulated for smooth, even color application.
• Quick Drying (for stain recoat/touch): Dries in approximately 2 hours, allowing for faster project flow if building color.
• Versatile Use: Perfect for interior staining of unfinished wood furniture, cabinets, doors, trim, molding, and floors.
• UV Resistant (Stated Feature): Offers some resistance to UV effects (primarily an interior product).

Specifications:

• Brand: Minwax (Minwax Store)
• Product Type: Penetrating Oil-Based Wood Stain
• Model Name: Wood Finish (Minwax – 223504444)
• Manufacturer: Minwax
• Part Number: 223504444
• Item Model Number: 223504444
• UPC: 00027426223509
• Global Trade Identification Number (GTIN): 00027426223509
• Color: Cherry
• Base Type: Oil-based
• Coating Description: Oil-based
• Finish Type (Stain): Oil-based (Penetrating Stain)
• Size/Volume: 1/2 Pint (8 Fluid Ounces / approx. 0.236 Liters)
• Recommended Uses For Product: Staining interior projects such as unfinished wood furniture, cabinets, doors, trim, molding, and floors. For any bare or stripped wood surface.
• Application Method: Clean cloth or wood stain brush.
• Dry Time: Penetrates in 5-15 minutes. Dries in approximately 2 hours (for stain recoat/touch). Wait 4-6 hours (or longer per label) before applying a protective topcoat.
• Coverage Area: Manufacturer states “125-150 square feet” per 1/2 pint can. Note: This stated coverage is exceptionally high for a 1/2 pint of penetrating stain. Actual coverage for 1/2 pint is typically in the 30-40 sq ft range and will vary significantly depending on wood porosity and application method. Always verify on the product can.
• Item Weight: 8 ounces (0.23 Kilograms / approx. 227 grams)
• Product Dimensions (Can Approx.): 3 (L) x 3 (W) x 3 (H) inches (approx. 7.6 x 7.6 x 7.6 cm)
• Cleanup: Mineral spirits or paint thinner.
• VOC Level: Information Not Provided
• Style: Wood Stain
• Package Information: Can
• Compatible Material: Wood
• Item Package Quantity / Number of Items: 1
• Unit Count: 8.0 Fl Oz
• Included Components: 1 x 1/2 Pint Can of Minwax Wood Finish Penetrating Stain, Cherry (Minwax – 223504444)
• Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
• Special Features: UV Resistant, Resists lapping for even color, Oil-based.
• Batteries Included?: No
• Batteries Required?: No
• Warranty Description: Warranty (as per manufacturer)