Use and Care Manual

TECHNICAL DATA
VAR-82
VARATHANE
®
CLASSIC
WOOD STAIN
1
Form: ARJ-1847
Rev.: 042219
DESCRIPTION AND USES
Varathane
®
Classic Oil-Based Penetrating Wood Stains are
formulated with a unique base for deep penetration and
premium pigments for clear color. This results in a deeper,
richer and more natural color for your wood projects. From
floors to furniture, Varathane Classic Wood Stains are
formulated not just to stain wood, but to reveal its true
beauty.
This product is ideal for use on all interior projects including:
furniture, cabinets, doors and trim, floors and paneling.
PRODUCTS
1/2 PINT
QUART
GALLON
DESCRIPTION
339728
339704
340622
Red Oak
339738
339714
----
Cherry
339741
339717
----
Classic Gray
339731
339707
----
Colonial Maple
339744
339720
340614
Dark Walnut
339734
339710
340618
Early American
339745
339721
----
Ebony
339737
339713
----
English Chestnut
339743
339719
----
Espresso
339726
339702
340617
Golden Oak
339739
339715
340620
Golden Pecan
339735
339711
340619
Gunstock
339742
339718
----
Honey
339729
339705
----
Ispwich Pine
339746
339722
----
Jacobean
339725
339701
340621
Natural
339727
339703
340624
Provincial
339736
339712
----
Red Chestnut
339733
339709
340616
Red Mahogany
339730
339706
----
Sedona Red
339732
339708
340623
Special Walnut
339740
339716
----
Weathered Oak
PRODUCT APPLICATION
SURFACE PREPARATION
Remove any existing finishes with sandpaper or 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, tack cloth, or rag dampened with mineral spirits.
For grease or glue, remove with a clean rag dampened with
mineral spirits. Soft woods such as pine, fir, or maple require
a wood conditioner. Use Varathane Wood Conditioner
before staining.
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. When testing on soft
wood, be sure to sand and condition the test area. To achieve
a lighter color, wipe the stain immediately after application.
For a deeper color, allow the stain to set for 1 hour before
wiping or apply additional coats of stain.
APPLICATION
Use only when air (ambient) temperature is between 55-90°F
(13-32°C) and relative humidity is below 85%. Stir the
contents thoroughly to ensure any settled pigment is re-
dispersed before application. Apply with a brush or clean, lint-
free cloth. Apply the stain across the grain until the wood is
saturated on top. Wipe the excess stain off in the direction of
the wood grain. Do not let the stain dry before wiping off the
excess. A second coat can be applied after 2 hours. Do not
sand between stain coats.