Minwax PolyShades combines beautiful wood stain and polyurethane in one simple step. Minwax PolyShades provides rich wood color and long lasting protection while enhancing the wood grain. It can also be used over polyurethane finishes, so you can change the color of your finished wood, without removing the existing finish.

• Size: 1 Qt
  
• Color: Mission Oak
  
• Provides rich wood color & durable polyurethane protection
• Combines beautiful wood stain and polyurethane in one simple step
• Can also be used over polyurethane finishes, so you can change the color of your finished wood, without removing the existing finish.

Specifications

• Sheens: Gloss
• Location: interior wood surfaces
• Dry time: 6 hours
• Recoat: after 6 hours
• Cleanup: mineral spirits
• Coverage: 120-150 sq. ft. per quart
• Coats: normally 2. Additional coats may be applied for richer color
• Recommended uses: furniture, woodwork, doors, cabinets, accessories.

Surface Preparation

For Stripped, Unstained or Raw Wood

• Before starting, surface must be dry, clean and free of dirt, grease and glue.
• Sand the wood in the direction of the grain using fine-grade sandpaper (#220) until smooth.
• Remove all sanding dust.

For Previously Stained Wood That Is Not Being Stripped

• Before starting, surface must be dry, clean and free of dirt, grease and glue.
• Lightly sand the wood to ensure adhesion. Remove all sanding dust.

Application

• Using a natural bristle brush, dip approximately an inch into the can, gently tapping it against the inside to remove any excess. Apply a very THIN, even coat following the direction of the grain. Make sure to maintain a "wet" edge.
• To minimize the brush marks and bubbles after staining, tip off the surface by holding the brush at a 45 degree angle and lightly run the bristles over the entire length of the wood.
• Let the first coat dry for 6 hours or more. Dry time may be extended due to high humidity, low temperatures, and inadequate ventilation or if the coat is applied too thick.
• Rub the surface lightly with fine steel wool (grade 000 or finer). Remove all dust. Brush on a second thin coat following directions above. To deepen the color, apply a third coat.