Question 1

Can it be used on floors

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I have wide pine floors with lots of grooves from years of dog wear. I applied the classic oak satin over the floors...1st coat over the damaged areas where the finish had worn off and second coat over all. It has held up well for 5 years...still with 3 45 to 50 pound dogs. There is now a very few small spots where the finish is wearing off that I have touched up.  My pine floors look very old and have that rough rustic style that fits our colonial house perfectly.

Question 2

Can it be used over already stained wood?  My cabinets need refreshing.

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A: Yes it can. I used it on top of a cherry wood stain I did previously. Wanted to darken my cabinets to black. I lightly sanded the cabinets with sandpaper and applied one coat. I need to apply another coat so all surfaces are covered completely. But I love the results so far.

Question 3

There are mixed reviews. Should this product me used on finished steps to darken the color? If so what is the drying time?

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I wouldn't recommend PolyShades for floors - especially high-traffic areas. I think you're better off with a standalone stain you can build color with followed by a clear poly to build the appropriate protection with (I used three coats on my dining room floor and it's held up pretty well for 10 years). I use PolyShades for things like non-floor woodworking and small musical instrument finishing repairs. Applying multiple coats of the lighter shades will add additional protection more than build darker color. Drying depends a lot on humidity and temperature but I like to give at least three hours per coat, with longer for the final coat. I'm not a pro flooring guy and they may disagree and know some tricks I don't, but that's been my experience.

Question 4

What is the approx coverage area per quart?

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Can states up to 150sf per quart.

ASIN	B00FK8N0CW
ASIN	B00FK8N0CW
Additional Features	1-step stain & finish
Base Material	wood-based
Best Sellers Rank	#48,052 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #75 in Household Wood Stains
Brand Name	Minwax
Coating Description	2 coats are recommended. To deepen the color, apply a third coat.
Color	Espresso
Compatible Material	Wood
Container Type	Bottle
Coverage	covers up to 120 sq. ft. per 1/2 pint
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,905)
Customer reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,905)
Date First Available	10 March 2016
Finish Types	satin
Global Trade Identification Number	00027426213975
Included Components	1
Item Dimensions	7.3 x 7.3 x 7.6 centimeters
Item Type Name	213974444
Item Weight	0.64 Pounds
Item model number	213974444
Liquid Volume	7.94 Fluid Ounces
Manufacturer	MINWAX Company
Manufacturer	MINWAX Company
Manufacturer Part Number	213974444
Material Type	Wood,Polyurethane
Model Name	PolyShades®
Model Number	213974444
Number of Items	1
Opacity	0.5 inches
Paint Type	Oil
Product Dimensions	7.3 x 7.3 x 7.62 cm; 290.3 g
Recommended Uses For Product	interior wood surfaces
Size	1/2 Pint
Style Name	Satin
Surface Recommendation	furniture, woodwork, doors, cabinets, accessories
UPC	027426213975
Unit Count	8 Fluid Ounces

Minwax 213974444 Polyshades - Stain & Polyurethane in 1 Step, 1/2 pint, Esspresso, Satin

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