More details 👇 Step 1: Minwax WATER-based Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner, applied with a rag. This helps control the raising of the grain so you get a smoother finish. After letting it sit for 20 minutes, we sanded with 220 grit sandpaper before moving onto step 2. Step 2: Minwax Solid Stain tinted to Dark Walnut (yes, you get this stain tinted like paint). We applied it with a Purdy XL brush. It's thick so it goes on like paint. Then we wiped the excess off with a Cabot staining pad. You have to w

✨ Finish Friday ✨ This week we tested Minwax Premium Oil-Based Stain in “Weathered Oak.” To prep the premium pine board, we first applied Minwax Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner for a smoother, more even finish. One coat gave us that subtle, natural look, but we also tried two coats for a little extra depth—perfect if you want the grain to pop just a bit more without going too dark. Should we test this on a different wood species next week? #FinishFriday #AnaWhite #notsponsored #woodfinishes #staintes

The Secret to Perfect Stain using Minwax Wood Finish Color Series ⬇️ Most people forget how important prep is for wood stain! With Minwax Wood Finish Color Series, prep is now easier when you follow these steps: PREP: ✔ Start with bare or stripped wood that’s clean and dry. ✔ Sand with #120-grit sandpaper in direction of the wood grain and remove sanding dust and end with #180-grit sandpaper. ✔ Minwax Pre-Stain Oil Wood Conditioner is not required with Minwax Wood Finish Color Series! (TIP: some