Wood Care from Minwax

Make and Keep Wood Beautiful

Make and Keep Wood BeautifulWhether you're a seasoned do-it-yourselfer or a first time wood finisher, you can add value, function and style to your home by staining and finishing wood with MINWAX Wood Finishing Products. From refinishing kitchen cabinets to transforming a piece of unfinished furniture into an instant heirloom, MINWAX Wood Finishing Products are formulated to help you get professional results easily and economically.

Here are some simple steps to help you get started:

- Choose from the many wood tone colors on your retailer's MINWAX Color Card. Different wood species absorb stain differently, so test the color on a hidden section of wood before starting. WOOD FINISH is available in 18 shades ranging from traditional wood tones to new Red Oak and Pickled Oak.

- Soft woods such as pine or fir may take stain unevenly. To help avoid a blotchy look, apply MINWAX Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner before staining.

- Always work in a well-ventilated area. For best results, and for your own safety, read and follow all label warnings and instructions carefully.

Traditional Finish:

WOOD FINISH Penetrating Stain by Minwax stains and seals wood surfaces, penetrating deep into wood fibers, so surface scratches will not expose bare wood. After applying the finish according to directions, top it off with any of the protective finishes made by Minwax, including Tung Oil or Paste Wax for a hand-rubbed look, or Fast-Drying Polyurethane, POLYCRYLIC Protective Finish or Wipe-On Poly for durable protection.

One Step Finish:

Minwax makes wood finishing easier than ever with one-step finishes. POLYSHADES Stain and polyurethane provides both rich color and tough polyurethane protection, so you cut finishing time in half. POLYSHADES is available in 9 popular wood tones in both gloss and satin.

Decorator Trends:

Recent decorating trends have resulted in exciting new finishing options. MINWAX PASTELS wood stain and the new MINWAX ACCENTS line in decorator colors really bring the beauty of wood home.

For more tips and projects, write for your free copy of "MINWAX Tips on Wood Finishing."

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