Minwax Wood Finish Penetrating Stain, Espresso 273, 1 Qt
Minwax Wood Finish Penetrating Stain, Espresso 273, 1 Qt
ESPRESSO · 1 QT
Minwax Wood Finish is an oil-based penetrating stain that highlights the wood grain, usually in a single coat. Espresso (273), from the 36-color range, is a very dark 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: Espresso 273
- 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 Espresso 273: common questions
Where can I buy Minwax Espresso 273 near Atlanta or Nashville?
NDM Floors Distributor carries Minwax Espresso 273 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 Espresso stain cover?
Minwax lists Wood Finish coverage at 500–600 sq ft per gallon, so a quart of Espresso covers roughly 125–150 sq ft. Porous or open-grain wood takes more stain.
How long does Minwax Espresso take to dry?
Minwax Wood Finish in Espresso 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.
See more hardwood floor stains at NDM Floors Distributor.
