Minwax 61395 Classic Black PolyShades Wood Stain And Polyurethane
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About Minwax 61395 Classic Black PolyShades Wood Stain And Polyurethane
Overall Feedback:
87% positive
87% praised the color quality, while 13% noticed unevenness
PolyShade provided the deeper and darker color I needed to match my existing furniture.
I wasted hundreds of dollars in wood and a door because the most recent can of wood stain had more black-yellow pigment, resulting in a different color of the wood.
The wood stain color is red-toned, not brown as depicted on the label.
68% appreciated the fast drying time, though 32% experienced slow drying
Despite living in the Mohave Desert in Nevada, the product still wasn't dry after 5 days.
The poly component dries quickly, making it difficult to blend or retouch areas. It smudges and blotches if attempted after 2 minutes.
87% found it easy to apply
The wood stain was more watery than expected, but it was still easy to apply.
85% praised the high-gloss finish, though 15% preferred a matte finish
I suggest using MinWax pre-stain for raw soft woods to achieve a more even finish.
After applying two to three coats with very light sanding in between, I achieved an attractive finish that still allowed the grain to show through.
I followed the directions, but the finish looks terrible with inconsistent glitter.
I worked hard to apply the stain evenly but still disappointed with the finished product.
65% liked the low-odor formula, though 35% found it strong
I didn't notice any awful smell as some folks are stating.
The smell of polyurethane is noticeable for weeks even after following the directions to let the surface dry for a day or two before bringing it into the house.
Even after 20 hours of the final coat, the shelf still smells.
I noticed that the product has a bad odor.
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