The can says weathered oak but it is grey on the inside. Will the color change to oak once it drys

When oak weathers.... it turns grey.

Do I need to apply a seal on top of the stain?

Never got that far with the pint of Stain that I received . The stain had no Brown in it for a Fruitwood color. But I would have applied a good sealer, like Varnish or Polyurethane.

What are the steps? I’m no expert but I’m gonna try to make a coffee table. Sand, stain, then polyurethane?

Sand only if needed first. Stain the wood in one direction only and in the direction of the grain. The directions will be on the can. You can wipe up the excess stain with an old towel. If you want a second coat, wait until it's dry. Then, when it's perfectly dry, put the polyurethane or varnish (your choice) on it. If you want a second coat of that, you can lightly sand the wood with 220 sand paper, wipe away the dust and then apply the second coat of the varnish or whatever you used. There's gloss, matte and satin finishes. All are nice. It's easy. It really is. Have fun! Again, the directions are on the can and easy to understand. Oh, and wear rubber gloves! The stain is hard to get off the skin!

would i need paint brushes or would rubbing it in with a rag work im planing on doing a diy guitar finish with it

A clean cloth / rag works just the same as a foam brush and is cheaper. You can buy tee-shirt trimmings from most stores for this purpose. Another clean piece can be used for cleanup / wiping down the final finish to avoid excess soaking in. I avoid paper towels on anything but a test piece since the paper towel tends to shed residue into the finish.

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Quart Golden Oak Stain

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Brand
Minwax
Color
Golden Oak
Material
Wood
Model Name
Wood Finish
Surface Recommendation
Wood

🎨Deep penetrating, even color

🪵Enhances natural wood grain

⏱️Dries in 2 hours

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Description

✨ Transform your wood projects with Golden Oak brilliance — fast, flawless, forever. 🪵

GOLDEN OAK GLOW UP - Classic, warm light oak tone that elevates any interior wood surface with timeless style.
EFFORTLESS APPLICATION - Apply with cloth or brush along the grain, wipe excess, and control color depth with ease.
FAST TRACK YOUR FINISH - Dries in just 2 hours so your project moves from start to stunning in a single day.
ONE COAT RICH RESULTS - Deeply penetrates wood pores for a smooth, even color that highlights natural grain with just one application.
TRUSTED CRAFTSMANSHIP SINCE 1904 - Minwax’s legacy means you’re using America’s leading wood finishing brand for flawless results.

Minwax Quart Golden Oak Stain is an oil-based wood finish designed for interior use, delivering a rich, even golden oak color in just one coat. It penetrates deeply within 5 minutes, dries in 2 hours, and enhances natural wood grain for furniture, cabinets, doors, and more. VOC compliant and low odor, it offers quick, professional results trusted since 1904.

Specifications

ASIN	B001CEQ0VG
Additional Features	VOC Compliant, Low Odor
Base Material	oil-based
Best Sellers Rank	#731 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #1 in Household Stains
Brand	Minwax
Brand Name	Minwax
Coating Description	Oil-based
Color	Golden Oak
Compatible Material	Wood
Coverage	49 square feet
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 11,934 Reviews
Finish Types	Oil
Global Trade Identification Number	00027426700017
Included Components	Minwax 70001444 Wood Finish Penetrating Stain, quart, Golden Oak
Item Dimensions	4.33 x 4.92 x 4.92 inches
Item Type Name	Penetrating Interior Wood Stain
Item Weight	1.9 pounds
Liquid Volume	32 fluid ounces
Manufacturer	Minwax
Manufacturer Part Number	70001444
Manufacturer Warranty Description	Warranty
Material	Plastic
Material Type	Plastic
Model Name	Wood Finish
Model Number	70001444
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Paint Type	Oil
Recommended Uses For Product	interior
Size	Quart
Style Name	Wood Stain
Surface Recommendation	Wood
UPC	027426700017
Unit Count	32 Fluid Ounces

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