How to Guide
STAIN TECHNICAL DATA
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VARATHANE
®
PREMIUM FAST DRY STAIN
Form: GDH-315
Rev.: 081716
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].DESCRIPTION AND USES .
Varathane
®
Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain is a high
performance stain system enhanced with nano pigment
particles. The nano pigments provide ultimate color quality
and exceptional wood grain highlighting which allows for
maximum color in one coat. Varathane Fast Dry Wood
Stain seals wood pores and dries fast in one hour.
Varathane
Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain is recommended
for all interior wood projects such as furniture, cabinets,
doors and trim, floors and paneling. It is not recommended
for exterior wood such as floors, decks or siding.
.PRODUCTS .
Quart ½-Pint Description
262003 262021 Golden Oak
262004 262023 Spring Oak
262005 262024 Early American
262006 262025 Dark Walnut
262007 262026 Gunstock
262008 262027 Traditional Cherry
262009 262028 Black Cherry
262010 262029 Kona
262011 262030 Sun Bleached
262012 262031 Ipswich Pine
262013 262032 Traditional Pecan
262014 262033 Golden Mahogany
262015 262034 Light Walnut
262016 262035 Cabernet
269394 269398 Weathered Gray
269395 269400 Ebony
297424 ---- Antique White
297425 ---- Bleached Blue
297426 ---- Rustic Sage
297427 ---- Vintage Aqua
297428 ---- Worn Navy
304559 307416 Carbon Gray
307413 ---- Coal
307414 ---- Barn Red
303608 307415 Briarsmoke
313610 ---- Honey maple
.PRODUCT APPLICATION .
SURFACE PREPARATION
Remove any existing finishes with sandpaper or paint
stripper. Prepare bare wood for staining by sanding in the
direction of the grain. Begin with #120 grit sandpaper and
progress though #150, #180 and #220 grits. Before
staining, remove all sanding dust and dirt with a vacuum
and grease or glue with a clean rag dampened with
mineral spirits.
PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.) .
WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint, you
may release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO
LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS SUCH AS
BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN.
PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID
EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to
control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA
vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to
protect yourself and your family by contacting the National
Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to
www.epa.gov/lead.
TESTING COLOR
Be sure to test your stain to verify the desired color. To
test, apply the stain in an inconspicuous area.
STAIN APPLICATION
Apply when temperatures are between 60-90°F (16-38°C)
and the relative humidity is below 85%. Allow longer dry
times for damp, humid days. Use adequate ventilation at
all times. Use full strength. Do not dilute. Stir or shake the
container thoroughly before and occasionally during use.
Apply a test sample on a small inconspicuous area before
proceeding with the entire job. Apply one coat of stain
liberally with a good quality brush or clean lint free rag.
Allow to penetrate for 5-10 minutes then remove excess
by wiping with a rag in the direction of the grain. Removal
of all excess material is essential to ensure proper dry
time and proper adhesion of topcoat.
DRY TIME
Dry times are based on 70°F and 50% relative humidity.
Dry times may be affected by temperature, humidity and
ventilation. Allow more time at cooler temperatures. Fast
Dry Stain dry to touch in approximately 1 hour and can be
recoated in 1 hour. Allow 24 hours for full cure.
PROTECTING THE WOOD
To provide long term protection and durability, the project
should be topcoated with Varathane Polyurethane.
Polyurethane can be applied within 1 hour of applying the
stain. Darker colors may require a slightly longer dry time.
CLEAN UP
Clean application tools and equipment with mineral spirits.
DISPOSAL
Warning! Rags, brushes, or other waste soaked with this
product may spontaneously catch fire if improperly
discarded. Immediately after use, place rags or waste in a
sealed, water-filled metal container. Dispose of
contaminated absorbent, container and unused contents
in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.