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product_id: 735413456
title: "Minwax® Wood Finish® Water-Based Solid Color Stain, Dark Walnut, 1 Quart"
brand: "minwax"
price: "R988"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 2
category: "Minwax"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/735413456-minwax-wood-finish-water-based-solid-color-stain-dark-walnut
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# solid color hides grain 1-hour quick dry 5x thicker for smooth application Minwax® Wood Finish® Water-Based Solid Color Stain, Dark Walnut, 1 Quart

**Brand:** minwax
**Price:** R988
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Transform your wood projects with speed and style — don’t let your space stay basic!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Minwax® Wood Finish® Water-Based Solid Color Stain, Dark Walnut, 1 Quart by minwax
- **How much does it cost?** R988 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/735413456-minwax-wood-finish-water-based-solid-color-stain-dark-walnut)

## Best For

- minwax enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted minwax brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **One-Coat Wonder:** Achieve rich Dark Walnut color in just one coat, saving you time and effort.
- • **Fast-Dry Formula:** Dries in only 1 hour so you can move on to your next project without delay.
- • **Bold, Solid Coverage:** Solid color stain that conceals wood grain for a sleek, modern finish.
- • **Effortless Application:** 5x thicker consistency means less dripping and more control with every brushstroke.
- • **Water-Based & Eco-Friendly:** Low odor, easy cleanup, and safer for indoor use—perfect for your home or office upgrades.

## Overview

Minwax® Wood Finish® Water-Based Solid Color Stain in Dark Walnut delivers a fast-drying, one-coat solution that provides rich, solid color coverage by hiding wood grain. Its 5x thicker formula ensures smooth, controlled application, ideal for interior wood surfaces like furniture, cabinets, and trim. Water-based and low odor, it’s designed for easy use and cleanup, making it a top choice for professionals and DIYers seeking a modern, flawless finish.

## Description

This penetrating water-based stain opens up a world of possibilities in just one wood-grain-hiding coat. Ideal for small projects, unfinished furniture, cabinets, doors and trim. For interior use only.

Review: Works very well as always - Love this stuff!
Review: A challenging product to use - Having found information in numerous places about using gel stain over existing finishes, I was eager to try this stain as I wanted to keep the grain of my old oak drawer fronts but didn't want to strip the original finish. I'm very experienced with oil-based stains and lacquer and am new to gel stain... which I learned by using... is really more like paint. I sanded my material and followed the directions, wiping it off within the first minute or two of application. This resulted in very little color in some areas and horrid brush marks in other places. The material dries very quickly. I tried building coats as recommended on the can to deepen the color. This only exacerbated the earlier issues. In the end I used chemical stripped and took the finish back to bare wood and tried again with only slightly better results. People seem to love this stuff but I'm not sure why. I suppose if you want to just paint it on and leave it, you might have better results but for someone who uses traditional stain, this is an exercise in frustration.

## Features

- One-coat color dries in 1 hour
- Solid color shows more color, less grain
- 5x thicker for easier application

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0F865BN5B |
| Base Material | Water-based |
| Best Sellers Rank | #184,622 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #299 in Household Stains |
| Brand Name | Minwax |
| Coating Description | Solid Color |
| Color | Dark Walnut |
| Compatible Material | Wood |
| Coverage | 100 ft²/quart |
| Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (7) |
| Finish Types | Smooth, Flat |
| Item Dimensions | 4.32 x 4.32 x 4.92 inches |
| Item Type Name | Stain |
| Liquid Volume | 1 Quarts |
| Manufacturer | Sherwin-Williams |
| Material Type | Water Based |
| Model Name | Minwax® Wood Finish® Water-Based Solid Color Stain |
| Model Number | 108610000 |
| Opacity | 1 inches |
| Paint Type | Water Based |
| Size | 1 Quart |
| Surface Recommendation | Wood |
| UPC | 027426009608 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Minwax
- **Color:** Dark Walnut
- **Material:** Water Based
- **Model Name:** Minwax® Wood Finish® Water-Based Solid Color Stain
- **Surface Recommendation:** Wood

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐ Works very well as always
*by J***N on December 28, 2025*

Love this stuff!

### ⭐⭐ A challenging product to use
*by M***A on October 7, 2025*

Having found information in numerous places about using gel stain over existing finishes, I was eager to try this stain as I wanted to keep the grain of my old oak drawer fronts but didn't want to strip the original finish. I'm very experienced with oil-based stains and lacquer and am new to gel stain... which I learned by using... is really more like paint. I sanded my material and followed the directions, wiping it off within the first minute or two of application. This resulted in very little color in some areas and horrid brush marks in other places. The material dries very quickly. I tried building coats as recommended on the can to deepen the color. This only exacerbated the earlier issues. In the end I used chemical stripped and took the finish back to bare wood and tried again with only slightly better results. People seem to love this stuff but I'm not sure why. I suppose if you want to just paint it on and leave it, you might have better results but for someone who uses traditional stain, this is an exercise in frustration.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-05-08*