What Is Used to Thin Minwax Oil-Based Stain?

Stained wood requires maintenance

Minwax is a brand of wood finishing products. The company offers oil and water-based stains, as well as a gelled oil-based products made for wood, metal, fiberglass and fiberboard.

Thinning Product

To thin Minwax oil-based stain, use mineral spirits. This product is readily available in hardware and home improvement stores.

Oil-based Gel Stain

To thin a Minwax oil-based gel stain, first open the container and stir the product with a stir stick to break up the gel. Next, reseal the can and shake it for 30 seconds. This will give the product a syrupy consistency so that it can be applied with a clean rag.

Clean Brushes

Mineral spirits are also used to clean brushes after using Minwax oil-based stain. A consumer can use a natural or a synthetic bristle brush to apply a liquid stain. This choice means the product will spread evenly, without leaving streaks.

References

• mineral spirits to thin Minwax wood stain