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Wood Stain

$42.45 Quart | $75.65 Gallon | $339.95 5-Gallon
Wood Stain is a tinted, full bodied, fast-drying stain that penetrates wood, changing its color and enriching the natural grain, adding depth and color. Additional coats may be applied for enhanced depth. Available in several pre-mixed colors. ECOS Clear Varnish is required as a protective top coat. Not suitable for oily woods such as teak, cedar, redwood and olive or for horizontal substrates where water can pool, such as decking.

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  • Product Overview and Uses

    • Wood Stain is a tinted stain that penetrates wood changing its color, and enriching the natural grain. Available in several pre-mixed colors.

    • Finish: Tinted finish, requires a clear varnish topcoat
    • Water-Based: Non-toxic, VOC-free formula provides long-lasting protection without the harsh chemicals or odors found in conventional paints
    • Interior / Exterior: Interior & Exterior
    • Recommended For: Wooden floors, window frames, doors, trim, furniture, cabinets, and other woodwork
    • You Need to Know: Additional coats may be applied for enhanced color and depth
    • Not Suitable For: Oily woods such as teak, cedar, redwood and olive. Also not suitable where water can pool, such as decking, or other horizontal substrates
    • Coverage: 420 sq. ft. per gallon | 105 sq. ft. per quart; 1 coat recommended
    • Application: Apply with a lint-free cloth, synthetic brush, pad, or foam brush. See Application Instructions below for more details
    • Storage: This product should be stored in a dry place, out of direct sunlight and in a temperature between 60 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Application Instructions
    • Product Label
    Coverage 420 sq. ft. per gallon
    Recommended coats 1
    Description Wood Stain is a tinted, full bodied, fast-drying stain that penetrates wood, changing its color and enriching the natural grain, adding depth and color. Additional coats may be applied for enhanced depth. Available in several pre-mixed colors. ECOS Clear Varnish is required as a protective top coat. Not suitable for oily woods such as teak, cedar, redwood and olive or for horizontal substrates where water can pool, such as decking.
    Preparation Good surface preparation is vital for the perfect finish. Surfaces should be clean, dry, and free from any dirt, dust, grease, glue, flaking pieces, or contaminants. Repair any cracks, holes, or imperfections. Sand the wood in the direction of the grain to obtain a smooth uniform surface. First use a medium-grade sandpaper (#120) working your way to fine-grade sandpaper (#220). Wipe clean with a damp cloth to remove all sanding dust, and let dry thoroughly before applying the stain. Always spot test on an inconspicuous area to ensure satisfactory results and color.
    Application and Clean Up Stir thoroughly before and during use to eliminate any settling. Do not shake. Do not thin. Do not apply in temperatures below 50°F (10°C). Dries to the touch in 30 to 60 minutes. Recommended wait time between coats is 2 to 4 hours. High humidity and cool temperatures may result in longer dry and recoat times. Clean application tools with warm soapy water. When working with more than one can, we recommend mixing together the contents of the cans to ensure color consistency. Apply stain in the direction of the wood grain using a clean, lint-free cloth, high quality synthetic bristle brush, a foam brush, or lamb’s wool applicator (for floors). Maintain a wet edge. Allow the stain to penetrate for no more than three minutes. Once the stain has been applied go over the same section with a clean lint-free cloth to remove any excess stain for an even color tone, wiping in the direction of the grain with an even pressure. Do not allow stain that has not penetrated the wood to dry on the surface. Any uneven color penetration can be blended. Rewet the surface with more stain and lightly rub the stain into the surface, blending light and dark areas. To darken color, apply a second coat after two hours, repeating the directions for application of the first coat. Do not sand between coats. When staining a large area (like a floor) it is often better to first divide the floor into smaller areas (with painters' tape) and then stain each one in sequence. (i) Tape off a workable area of the floor, laying the painters' tape along the straight edge of a line of the wood boards. (ii) Stain the first segment (iii) Lift the painters' tape at the edge of the stained area and use it to cover the edge of the area that has just been stained. (iv) Tape off a second workable area of the floor. (v) Stain the second area and repeat. In this way, previously stained areas will not be lapped by subsequent stain applications. After a minimum of three hours (dry time may be extended due to heavy application, low temperatures or high humidity), complete your project by applying a protective finish of ECOS Varnish. For porous woods (such as Pine) apply ECOS Wood Conditioner and allow to soak in for 10-15 minutes. This will help to ensure even stain color and reduce grain raising on soft and hard woods. Remove any excess Wood Conditioner with a clean cloth. For best results, wait 15-30 minutes before lightly sanding the surface with a fine-grade sandpaper. This will help smooth any raised grain. Remove all sanding dust. Stains can separate quickly and should be continually stirred in the can during application. Five-gallon pails require heavy mixing and shorter-term use.
  • Ingredients
    • Ingredients
    FUNCTION INGREDIENT DESCRIPTION
    Vehicle Water H2O
    Binder Acrylic Flexible elastic polymer
    Corrosion Inhibitor Sodium Benzoate Used in food pickling
    Defoamer Mineral Oil Used in moisturizers
    pH Stabilizer Ammonium Hydroxide Used to treat water
    Preservative Sodium Nitrite Food additive
    Sodium Salt Used in shampoo
    Surfactant Polyether Copolymer Wetting agent for inks
    Thickener Polysaccharide Food additive
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NON-TOXIC

Conforms to ASTM-D4236, specifically concerning oral toxicity, skin irritation and respiratory effects.

ZERO VOC

Conforms to CDPH 01350 (VOC emissions test taken at 11, 12, & 14 days for classroom and office use).

WATER-BASED

It all starts with water - it's the main ingredient in every ECOS paint, primer, stain, varnish, and specialty product.

NO POLYURETHANE ODOR
Polyurethane can cause headaches, nausea and respiratory issues. Conforms to ASTM E544 & ASTM MNL13.

INGREDIENT TRANSPARENCY
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EXCEPTIONAL COVERAGE
Our paints cover up to 560 sq. ft. per gallon - that's up to 1.5x more than conventional products.
Deep, rich stain colors

Enhance the natural beauty of your woodwork with our water-based Wood Stain, available in 22 pre-mixed colors. After staining, add a protective top coat of one of our clear varnishes.

Easy to apply

Apply Wood Stain with a lint-free cloth, synthetic brush, pad, or foam brush. Explore the Application Instructions tab above to learn more.

Create a healthier home

Our water-based, non-toxic products are made to order at our manufacturing facility in South Carolina. Join thousands of homeowners & professionals in the healthy home revolution!

"Golden oak stain was used on unfinished Birch bench. Absorbed evenly with beautiful color and perfectly matched my 50 year old hardwood floors. Zero smell and no headaches, nausea, etc. Shockingly great product."

Danny

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