Anyone have any luck getting rid of the purple/blue tint on pine in any way?

I had good luck achieving a nice driftwood gray color (instead of bluish-purple) on pine by mixing it 1/1 with water first - it seems like the bluish-purple color comes from the product being pretty strong straight out of the can. The good news: getting twice the amount I need from a can (when mixed 1/1 with water). Putting a coat of urethane on top (after dried) darkens it - no need for a second coat (and potentially making it bluish-purple).

Can you use it on pressed wood?

Yes but not sure the look would be what you want. It ages the wood bringing out the grain on pressed wood it would exaggerate the pieces of pressed wood a gel stain Might be a better product. You can make faux grain.

can the stain be lightened after it's applied? I have darker areas where it overlapped.

Try leaving the treated wood out in the sun. The UV rays start to fade/lighten the effect on wood. You may need to leave in the sun for several days. Just experiment with it.

what is the best topcoat for this product to retain the colour?

laquer then followed by poly. just poly will lighten your satisfied color.

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Weathered Gray Wood Accelerator

Product ID: 42250986

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Brand
Varathane
Color
Weathered Gray
Material
Plastic
Model Name
Wood Effect
Surface Recommendation
Wood

🌊Water-based, low odor

📏Covers up to 275 sq ft

⏱️Dries in 1 hour

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Description

🌫️ Bring timeless rustic charm indoors—weathered wood, redefined.

MAXIMIZED COVERAGE - One quart covers up to 275 sq ft, perfect for large interior projects.
FAST DRYING FORMULA - Touch dry in 1 hour to keep your project moving without delay.
NATURAL WOOD INTERACTION - Reacts with wood tannins for an authentic, one-of-a-kind weathered finish.
EFFORTLESS WEATHERED ELEGANCE - Transform bare wood into a unique, aged gray masterpiece in minutes.
CLEAN CONVENIENT APPLICATION - Low odor, water-based formula cleans up easily with just soap and water.

Varathane Weathered Wood Gray Accelerator is a water-based, low-odor wood stain designed for interior use on bare or untreated wood. It creates a natural, aged gray finish by reacting with wood tannins, drying to the touch in just one hour and covering up to 275 square feet per quart. Ideal for professionals and DIYers seeking a fast, authentic weathered look with easy soap-and-water cleanup.

Specifications

ASIN	B06Y16F97W
Additional Features	Weathered Look Creation
Base Material	water-based wood
Best Sellers Rank	#20,205 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #48 in Household Stains
Brand Name	Varathane
Coating Description	Water-based
Color	Weathered Gray
Compatible Material	Wood
Container Type	Can
Coverage	275 square foot
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (1,687)
Finish Types	Weathered Gray
Global Trade Identification Number	00020066344771
Included Components	Wood Stain
Item Dimensions	4.41 x 4.41 x 4.98 inches
Item Type Name	Wood Effect Accelerators
Item Weight	2.3 pounds
Liquid Volume	32 fluid ounces
Manufacturer	Rust-Oleum
Manufacturer Part Number	313835
Manufacturer Warranty Description	Warranty
Material Type	Plastic
Model Name	Wood Effect Accelerators
Model Number	313835
Number of Items	1
Paint Type	Water Based
Recommended Uses For Product	interior
Size	Quart (Pack of 1)
Style Name	Wood Stain
Surface Recommendation	Wood
UPC	020066344771
Unit Count	32 Fluid Ounces

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