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Varathane 262025 Varathane-262025 Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain, Half Pint, Dark Walnut

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Dark Walnut

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Color Dark Walnut
Brand Varathane
Surface Recommendation Wood, Cabinets, Furniture, Door
Material Wood,Stain
Model Name Varathane - 262025

About this item

  • Ideal for use on all interior wood projects: furniture, cabinets, doors, trim and paneling
  • One-coat coverage, fast-drying oil based formula
  • Dries to the touch in just 1 hour and covers up to 70 square feet
  • High performance stain system enhanced with nano pigment particles
  • Highlights natural wood grain to reveal wood's beauty
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Easy to use
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Longevity
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Style
4.2 4.2
Easy to clean
4.1 4.1

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Customer Ratings
Easy to use
4.4
4.5
3.7
4.3
4.4
Longevity
4.2
4.2
3.5
3.7
3.7
Sheerness
4.0
4.1
3.8
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3.8
Value for money
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4.5
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Easy to clean
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color
Dark Walnut
Dark Walnut
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Walnut
Butternut
size
Half Pint
Half Pint
4 Ounce
Quart
250ml/8.5oz
1 Gallon
finish type
Oil
Polyurethane Finish
flat
material
Wood,Stain
Plastic
Wood,Stain
Stain,Wood
Water Based
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weight
270 grams
0.65 pounds
2.37 pounds
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Varathane Wood Stains

Ultimate durability and brilliant clarity with expert finish

Varathane Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain

Varathane Fast Dry Wood Stains are 3 times faster than ordinary stains.

  • Available in 26 trending colors
  • Dries in 1 hour
  • Creates perfect color with 1 coat
  • Enriches & highlights natural wood grain
  • Ideal for wood furniture, doors, trim, paneling, cabinets and more
  • Penetrates deep & seals wood pores as it stains
  • No wood conditioner needed

Don't Buy New Furniture, Restore It

Easy to Use

Sand with Increasing Fine Grits

  • Sand bare wood in the direction of the grain
  • Start with #120 grit sandpaper and progress through #150, #180 and #220 grits
  • Wipe clean with mineral spirits

Stain with Brush or Lint-Free Cloth

  • Apply liberally with brush or clean, lint-free rag
  • Wait 5-10 minutes according to color preference
  • Wipe off with clean, lint-free cloth in the direction of wood grain

Cover with Poly for Extra Protection

  • For long term protection and durability, top coat with Varathane Polyurethane
  • Can be coated within 1 hour of stain application


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Helpful Tips for a Perfect Project

  • Use a quality brush or clean, lint-free cloth
  • Apply when temperature is between 60-90°F
  • Do not dilute
  • Shake or stir stain before and during use
  • Remove all excess stain by wiping with rag in direction of the wood grain
  • Allow 24 hours for full cure
  • Stain will get darker the longer it penetrates
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Customer Reviews
4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.4 out of 5 stars
595
4.2 out of 5 stars
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Size Quart Half-Pint Quart Half-Pint Quart 12 oz.
Coverage Up to 275 sq ft Up to 70 sq ft Up to 250 sq ft Up to 60 sq ft Up to 100 sq ft Up to 50 sq ft
Stain & Poly in One
Oil Based
Dry to Touch 1 Hour 1 Hour 1 Hour 1 Hour 1 Hour 2 Hours
Dry to Topcoat/Recoat 1 Hour to Topcoat 1 Hour to Topcoat 8 Hours to Topcoat 8 Hours to Topcoat 1 Hour to Recoat 4 Hours to Recoat
Application Brush or Lint Free Cloth Brush or Lint Free Cloth Brush or Lint Free Cloth Brush or Lint Free Cloth Brush Spray
Suggested # of Coats 1 1 1 1 3+ 3+
Sand Between Coats

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Product Description

Varathane Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain is a high-performance stain enhanced with nano pigment particles. Nano pigments provide ultimate color quality and exceptional wood grain highlighting allowing for maximum color in one coat. Varathane Fast Dry Wood Stain seals wood pores and hardens in just one hour. Easily brushes on without the use of a pre-stain or wood conditioner.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
8,388 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, ease of use, and color of the wood stain. For example, they mention that it works well, it goes on smoothly, and it blends perfectly. Customers are also impresseded with the coverage and the drying time. That said, opinions are mixed on the value.

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311 customers mention233 positive78 negative

Customers like the color of the stain. They say it is beautiful, accurate, and blends perfectly with other decor and furniture. Some say it gave their desk a modern look and made their wood look richer. Overall, customers are satisfied with the color and quality of the product.

"This light walnut stain is nice. It has a red hue that pleasantly surprised me." Read more

"...Love love love the dark walnut stain! Easy application, and looked amazing on my builder grade bathroom cabinets !..." Read more

"Color very accurate - easy to use - low to almost no odor. Dries nicely." Read more

"Originally I hated it because it is too dark and looks more like paint then stain but I figured out if I sand my pieces down to 240 and wipe this..." Read more

294 customers mention225 positive69 negative

Customers like the quality of the stain. They say it works well, is easy to use, and does a great job. Some say it comes out better than expected and works well with other Varathane products. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...Polycrylic Water-Based Protective Finish in Clear Satin, the results are amazing." Read more

"This light walnut stain is nice. It has a red hue that pleasantly surprised me." Read more

"Omg! Love love love the dark walnut stain!..." Read more

"Originally I hated it because it is too dark and looks more like paint then stain but I figured out if I sand my pieces down to 240 and wipe this..." Read more

113 customers mention106 positive7 negative

Customers find the stain easy to apply. They say it goes on smoothly and dries quickly. Some say it's easy to work with and gives a very attractive dark coloring to wood. They also mention that it'll apply easily with a brush and is easy to put on floors.

"...Love love love the dark walnut stain! Easy application, and looked amazing on my builder grade bathroom cabinets !..." Read more

"Color very accurate - easy to use - low to almost no odor. Dries nicely." Read more

"Very easy to work with. Took a bit longer to dry than the stated 1-2 hrs but then again we live in humid FL...." Read more

"...It was simple to use, and has a nice seamless finish when rubbed off properly. A few tips:-..." Read more

82 customers mention61 positive21 negative

Customers like the drying time of the household stain. They say it goes on smoothly and dries quickly.

"Stain dries super fast, leave it on for 3-5 min then wipe off...." Read more

"Color very accurate - easy to use - low to almost no odor. Dries nicely." Read more

"Have used this stain several times. It goes on very nice. Doesn't take too long to dry and after a few days you can use a water base poly to seal." Read more

"Very easy to work with. Took a bit longer to dry than the stated 1-2 hrs but then again we live in humid FL...." Read more

37 customers mention31 positive6 negative

Customers like the coverage of the stain. They say it has nice coverage, even after one coat, and covers a lot of area. Some customers also mention that it has coverage consistent with paint. Overall, most are satisfied with the coverage and the product's ability to cover dents and mars.

"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

"...They are easy to apply, and provide good, even coverage. It's great that it is dry after only an hour and ready for a topcoat." Read more

"...It gives very deep color. Great consistency, easy to apply. Perfect coverage...." Read more

55 customers mention22 positive33 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the household stain. Some mention it's great value and saves money, while others say it'd be a waste of money.

"It is a bit pricy for no more than you get but for small projects this is perfect. It does work just as it is supposed to and looks great." Read more

"...Amazing product and highly recommended! Affordable and beautiful quality." Read more

"...It's a bit more expensive, but it is thicker and a much more premium stain than what I typically pick up through Home Depot...." Read more

"...4 chairs. 4 shelves. Still have some left in this can. Worth it for the small amount you get." Read more

23 customers mention13 positive10 negative

Customers are mixed about the thickness of the stain. Some mention it's rather thick and layered on the wood trim like a paint product, while others say it'd be hard to work with.

"Worked well, easy to use, wasn’t very thick." Read more

"...mis-labeled or what, but I would call this color burnt orange, not light walnut...." Read more

"...It's a bit more expensive, but it is thicker and a much more premium stain than what I typically pick up through Home Depot...." Read more

"This is a heavy, opaque stain that must be applied and then quickly rubbed off with a cloth or the wood looks like it was painted...." Read more

24 customers mention7 positive17 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the transparency of the stain. They say it looks more like paint when applied, semi-transparent, and opaque. They also mention that when they wipe it off, they can barely see the wood grain.

"...be applied and then quickly rubbed off with a cloth or the wood looks like it was painted. It is not what I was looking for." Read more

"...looked the same as non-sanded, but 2 minutes had a decent amount of bare wood show through...." Read more

"...The stain itself is easy to apply, dries quickly and really brings out the wood grain...." Read more

"...time directed, still darker than expected but there is some black undertones and wood grain. Honestly wanted lighter, more rustic." Read more

Used for Ashley furniture repair
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Used for Ashley furniture repair
I bought this while I was learning how to do new furniture repair for Ashley furniture projects. I forgot to take a before picture however, I used a combination of this, furniture, markers, and wax Phil as needed. It worked really well. It did take a little bit longer than the instructions said for it to dry, however, that was user error. I decided to do it on a very cold day and dry time changes based on temperature.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2024
Size: QuartColor: Dark WalnutVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent dark walnut color
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2024
Stain dries super fast, leave it on for 3-5 min then wipe off. I used it on unfinished cabinets and folding bench in laundry room makeover, topped it off with 3 coats of Minwax 63333 Clear Polycrylic Water-Based Protective Finish in Clear Satin, the results are amazing.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2024
Size: QuartColor: Light WalnutVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars RED HUE
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2024
This light walnut stain is nice. It has a red hue that pleasantly surprised me.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2023
Size: Half PintColor: Dark WalnutVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful and quick dry
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2023
Omg! Love love love the dark walnut stain! Easy application, and looked amazing on my builder grade bathroom cabinets ! Looks like I bought an expensive new vanity! Sand prior to staining and watch a YouTube so you don’t leave it on too long before wiping like I almost did. Will be using the rest to stain the other cabinets in my other bathrooms, as there is so much left over in this small can! Amazing product and highly recommended! Affordable and beautiful quality.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2024
Size: QuartColor: EbonyVerified Purchase
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Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2024
Size: Half PintColor: Dark WalnutVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2024
Size: QuartColor: Weathered GrayVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Used for Ashley furniture repair
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2024
I bought this while I was learning how to do new furniture repair for Ashley furniture projects. I forgot to take a before picture however, I used a combination of this, furniture, markers, and wax Phil as needed. It worked really well. It did take a little bit longer than the instructions said for it to dry, however, that was user error. I decided to do it on a very cold day and dry time changes based on temperature.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2024
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5.0 out of 5 stars Deep blue stain
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2024
Very easy to work with. Took a bit longer to dry than the stated 1-2 hrs but then again we live in humid FL. The only disappointment is that it’s much darker/navy blue than the sample swatches available at the store. But overall we’re happy as we could rub off to get the desired look
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Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2024
Size: QuartColor: Bleached BlueVerified Purchase
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Clemen Azucena Muñoz
3.0 out of 5 stars Es súper pequeña
Reviewed in Mexico on February 24, 2024
Size: Half PintColor: EbonyVerified Purchase
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good but...
Reviewed in India on December 5, 2023
Size: QuartColor: Carbon GrayVerified Purchase
Valsoraj
3.0 out of 5 stars Good stain, the right colour
Reviewed in Canada on May 5, 2021
Size: QuartColor: Antique WhiteVerified Purchase
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Breen
5.0 out of 5 stars rich deep colour, easy coverage with brush or wiped on
Reviewed in Canada on April 25, 2021
Size: Half PintColor: Carbon GrayVerified Purchase
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Land of wood
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome product
Reviewed in India on October 13, 2020
Size: QuartColor: Dark WalnutVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome product
Reviewed in India on October 13, 2020
Amazon is very excellent for online purchasing. And this product is terribly awesome.
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