Varathane® 313608 Premium Fast Dry Oil-Based Wood Stain, Briar Smoke,

Bring out the beauty of natural wood, lightning fast with Rust-Oleum® Varathane® Fast Dry Wood Stain. Varathane® Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain is a high performance stain system enhanced with nano pigment particles. The nano pigments provide ultimate color quality and exceptional wood grain highlighting which allows for maximum color in one coat. Varathane® Fast Dry Wood Stain seals wood pores and dries fast in one hour. Varathane® Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain is recommended for all interior wood projects such as furniture, cabinets, doors and trim, floors and paneling. It is not recommended for exterior wood such as floors, decks or siding.

• Size: 1 quart
• Color: Briar Smoke
• Saves time
• No wood conditioner required
• Great for furniture, trim, floors and more
• Exceptional coverage - 275 square feet per quart
• Achieves target color in one coat
• Dries in one hour.

For Best Results:

• For long-term protection and durability, top with a Varathane® Polyurethane.

Product Application:

Surface Preparation

• Remove any existing finishes with sandpaper or paint stripper. Prepare bare wood for staining by sanding in the direction of the grain. Begin with #120 grit sandpaper and progress though #150, #180 and #220 grits. Before staining, remove all sanding dust and dirt with a vacuum and grease or glue with a clean rag dampened with mineral spirits.

WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint, you may release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to protect yourself and your family by contacting the National
Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.

Testing Color

• Be sure to test your stain to verify the desired color. To test, apply the stain in an inconspicuous area.

Stain Application:

• Apply when temperatures are between 60-90°F (16-38°C) and the relative humidity is below 85%. Allow longer dry times for damp, humid days. Use adequate ventilation at all times. Use full strength. Do not dilute. Stir or shake the container thoroughly before and occasionally during use.
• Apply a test sample on a small inconspicuous area before proceeding with the entire job. Apply one coat of stain liberally with a good quality brush or clean lint free rag. Allow to penetrate for 5-10 minutes then remove excess by wiping with a rag in the direction of the grain. Removal of all excess material is essential to ensure proper dry time and proper adhesion of topcoat.

Dry Time:

• Dry times are based on 70°F and 50% relative humidity.Dry times may be affected by temperature, humidity and ventilation. Allow more time at cooler temperatures. Fast Dry Stain dry to touch in approximately 1 hour and can be recoated in 1 hour. Allow 24 hours for full cure.

Protecting The Wood

• To provide long term protection and durability, the project should be topcoated with Varathane Polyurethane. Polyurethane can be applied within 1 hour of applying the stain. Darker colors may require a slightly longer dry time.

Clean Up

• Clean application tools and equipment with mineral spirits.

Disposal

• Warning! Rags, brushes, or other waste soaked with this product may spontaneously catch fire if improperly discarded. Immediately after use, place rags or waste in a sealed, water-filled metal container. Dispose of contaminated absorbent, container and unused contents in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.