Minwax Wood Finish Penetrating Stain, Early American 230, 1 Qt
Minwax Wood Finish Penetrating Stain, Early American 230, 1 Qt
EARLY AMERICAN · 1 QT
Minwax Wood Finish is an oil-based penetrating stain that highlights the wood grain, usually in a single coat. Early American (230), from the 36-color range, is a medium brown. It is made for interior wood, including hardwood floors; let it dry completely before applying a clear topcoat. A quart covers roughly 125–150 sq ft, a good size for a small room, stairs, trim or touch-ups.
- Type: Oil-based penetrating stain, semi-transparent
- Color: Early American 230
- Coverage: 500–600 sq ft per gallon
- Dry / recoat: Dry in 2–3 hours; recoat in 2–3 hours for deeper color
- Topcoat: Once fully dry; Minwax recommends its Fast-Dry Polyurethane or Polycrylic
- Use: Interior only
- Sizes in the line: 1/2 pint, 1 quart and 1 gallon
- Cleanup: Mineral spirits
Specifications from the Minwax Wood Finish product page.
Minwax Early American 230: common questions
Where can I buy Minwax Early American 230 near Atlanta or Nashville?
NDM Floors Distributor carries Minwax Early American 230 at our three stores: Stockbridge, GA (south metro Atlanta, 470-507-0711), Marietta, GA (north metro Atlanta, 770-627-4313) and Brentwood, TN (Nashville area, 629-216-1555). Stock varies by store, so call ahead to confirm availability and get a quote.
How much does a quart of Minwax Early American stain cover?
Minwax lists Wood Finish coverage at 500–600 sq ft per gallon, so a quart of Early American covers roughly 125–150 sq ft. Porous or open-grain wood takes more stain.
How long does Minwax Early American take to dry?
Minwax Wood Finish in Early American dries in 2–3 hours, and a second coat for deeper color can go on after 2–3 hours, according to Minwax. Let it dry completely before applying a clear topcoat.
Is Minwax Wood Finish oil-based?
Yes. Minwax Wood Finish is an oil-based penetrating stain, and tools clean up with mineral spirits. It is for interior use only.
Does NDM carry Minwax Early American touch-up products?
Yes. NDM Floors also carries a Minwax Wood Finish Stain Marker and a Minwax Wood Putty in Early American, handy for touching up nicks, scratches and nail holes after the floor or trim is stained and finished.
See more hardwood floor stains at NDM Floors Distributor.
