Minwax Wood Finish Penetrating Stain – Early American, 1/2 Pint Oil-Based (223004444)

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 Early American shade offers a classic, warm medium brown color, perfect for achieving a timeless look on a wide variety of interior wood 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.
• Early American Hue: Provides a classic, warm medium brown color.
• 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.
• One Coat Application (Typically): Enhances wood beauty in a single coat; additional coats can deepen color.

Specifications:

• Brand: Minwax (Minwax Store)
• Product Type: Penetrating Oil-Based Wood Stain
• Model Name: Wood Finish (MINWAX – 223004444)
• Manufacturer: Minwax
• Part Number: 223004444
• Item Model Number: 223004444
• UPC: 00027426223004
• Global Trade Identification Number (GTIN): 00027426223004
• Color: Early American
• Base Type: Oil-based
• Coating Description: Oil-based
• Finish Type (Stain): Penetrating Oil-based Stain (imparts color; final sheen depends on topcoat).
• Material (Stain Contents): Oil-based.
• Size/Volume: 1/2 Pint (8 Fluid Ounces / approx. 0.236 Liters)
• Recommended Uses For Product: Staining interior wood 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: Provides coverage based on the number of coats and the surface area to be covered. Actual coverage will vary depending on factors such as the application method, the type of wood, and the desired opacity. (Typically, a 1/2 pint may cover approx. 30-40 sq ft for one coat on average woods).
• Item Weight: 8.8 ounces (0.55 Pounds / approx. 249 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, Early American (MINWAX – 223004444)
• Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
• Batteries Included?: No
• Batteries Required?: No
• Warranty Description: Warranty (as per manufacturer)