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product_id: 78143596
title: "Rust-Oleum Varathane 262025 Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain, Dark Walnut, (Half Pint/236ml)"
brand: "varathane"
price: "R858"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Varathane"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/78143596-rust-oleum-varathane-262025-premium-fast-dry-wood-stain-dark
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Nano pigments for vivid color Covers up to 60 sq. ft per half pint Dries in 1 hour Rust-Oleum Varathane 262025 Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain, Dark Walnut, (Half Pint/236ml)

**Brand:** varathane
**Price:** R858
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎯 Nail the perfect wood finish—fast, flawless, and fiercely stylish!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Rust-Oleum Varathane 262025 Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain, Dark Walnut, (Half Pint/236ml) by varathane
- **How much does it cost?** R858 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/78143596-rust-oleum-varathane-262025-premium-fast-dry-wood-stain-dark)

## Best For

- varathane enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted varathane 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 with just a single coat—no extra layers needed.
- • **Nano Pigment Power:** Advanced nano pigments amplify color clarity and highlight natural wood grain like never before.
- • **Effortless Application:** Water-based, low-mess stain that applies smoothly with a brush or cloth—no wood conditioner required.
- • **Versatile Interior Use:** Ideal for furniture, cabinets, doors, trim, and floors—transform your interiors effortlessly.
- • **Speedy Project Completion:** Fast-drying formula lets you finish wood staining projects 3X faster, perfect for busy pros.

## Overview

Rust-Oleum Varathane 262025 Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain in Dark Walnut is a high-performance, water-based wood stain featuring nano pigments for enhanced color clarity. It dries in just one hour and delivers full coverage with a single coat, covering up to 60 sq. ft per half pint. Designed for interior wood surfaces like furniture, cabinets, and trim, it offers a fast, easy application without the need for wood conditioner, enabling professionals and DIYers to complete projects quickly with a rich, durable finish.

## Description

Product Description Rust-Oleum has a coating for every challenge. Its wide range of products and wood care products can be used for both decorative and industrial purpose. Rust-Oleum has been specialized in manufacturing of quality coatings that empower enthusiasts and professionals alike. Right way to colour wood Choosing Rust-Oleum Varathane Fast Dry Wood Stains is best if you want to add colours to your wood surface without altering natural beauty of wood Single coating You will be able to achieve the target colour just with a single coat when using this wood stain. It is also easy to apply and provides great shine and perfect shade. Perfect for interior projects This dry wood stain is perfect for interior projects. You can use it on furniture, doors and trim, cabinets, and for wooden floors to achieve a fresh look. Easy application The application of Rust-Oleum Fast Dry Wood Stains is simple. You only need a clean dry cotton cloth or quality paint brush. Fast drying These wood stains are manufactured with fast drying properties. Therefore, you can complete your projects quickly. Use for outdoors You can also use these wood stains for outdoor surface with Rust-Oleum Spar Urethane. You need to treat the surface with Rust-Oleum Varathane Spar Urethane once the surface is dried after applying wood stains. Long lasting coverage These wood stains are convenient to use you as it is possible to cover near around 200 to 250 square feet of area in 1 litre. Coverage is also subjective to wood porosity.

Review: Excellent product - Excellent colour and very easy to apply
Review: Great buy - Excellent product, must buy for diy project. Colour is bit darker than expected, easy application and no mess. Gives a good finish

## Features

- Bring out the beauty of natural wood lightning fast with Rust-Oleum Varathane Fast Dry Wood Stain.
- This high-performance stain features nano pigments, which intensify color clarity and highlight wood grain, delivering the perfect shade in just one coat.
- Achieves target color in one coat. Dries in one hour. Saves time. Complete projects 3X faster. No wood conditioner required. Great for furniture, cabinets, doors, trim, floors and more.
- For long-term protection and durability, top with a Varathane Polyurethane.
- It is not recommended for exterior wood such as floors, decks or siding.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B011VTB4X0 |
| Base Material | wood-based |
| Best Sellers Rank | #58,048 in Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Home Improvement ) #26 in Household Wood Stains |
| Brand | Varathane |
| Brand Name | Varathane |
| Coating Description | Water-based, fast-drying wood stain with nano pigments for enhanced color clarity, suitable for wood surfaces. |
| Colour | DARK WALNUT |
| Compatible Material | Wood |
| Container Type | Tin |
| Coverage | 60 sq. ft |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,624 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00020066211653 |
| Importer Contact Information | MROkart, Jaipur. Call +91-9116577756 |
| Included Components | Bag |
| Item Dimensions | 8 x 14 x 21 Centimeters |
| Item Type Name | Stain |
| Item Weight | 250 Grams |
| Liquid Volume | 236 Millilitres |
| Manufacturer | Rust-Oleum, Rust-Oleum |
| Manufacturer Contact Information | Rust-Oleum |
| Material | Wood |
| Material Type | Wood |
| Model Name | Varathane Premium Fast Dry Furniture Wood Stain (Dark Walnut Color) |
| Model Number | 262025 |
| Packer Contact Information | Rust-Oleum |
| Product Finish Type | Flat |
| Size | (Half Pint/236ml) |
| Surface Recommendation | Wood |
| UPC | 020066211653 |
| Unit Count | 237 Milliliters |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Varathane
- **Colour:** DARK WALNUT
- **Material:** Wood
- **Model Name:** Varathane Premium Fast Dry Furniture Wood Stain (Dark Walnut Color)
- **Surface Recommendation:** Wood

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can i applied it directly to the new wood surface**
A: Yes you can apply directly on the wood surface.

**Q: is it water based or oil based ?**
A: Oil based

**Q: Hi, can I use it on manufactured wood? I have a coffee table in dark walnut color and its paint has faded, so want to revive that. Please reply**
A: Yes you can

**Q: How much would be needed for 6 dining chairs?**
A: That depends upon the total  wood surface  area of your Chairs, probably 250 ml Will be sufficient for your purpose ,if you do carefully not wasting the stain by excess qty

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent product
*by W***W on 12 April 2025*

Excellent colour and very easy to apply

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great buy
*by T***I on 23 May 2019*

Excellent product, must buy for diy project. Colour is bit darker than expected, easy application and no mess. Gives a good finish

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent product
*by S***P on 5 October 2019*

Rich colour. Not like locally available alternatives. Small quantity is enough for large area. Just one coat is sufficient. Of course you can't build up shade by shade. You will get the darkest color in the first shot.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-12*