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Wood Preparation
Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler
Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler is ideal for repairing cracks, gouges, nail holes, knot holes and other defects in all types of unfinished indoor and outdoor wood surfaces.
It is specially formulated to accept Minwax® penetrating wood stains, including Minwax® Wood Finish, Minwax® Gel Stain and Minwax® Water-Based Stain.
Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler is latex based, quick drying, sandable and easy to clean with soap & water.
Product Details
| Application tool: | putty knife |
| Dry time: | 2-6 hours, depending on size of area filled |
| Stain Application: | as soon as wood filler has dried |
| Cleanup: | soap and water |
| Recommended uses: | for filling cracks, gouges, nail holes, knot holes and other defects in unfinished wood |
FAQ
Q. What kind of stain does Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler accept?
Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler has been formulated to accept all Minwax® penetrating stains, including Minwax® Wood Finish, Minwax® Gel Stain and Minwax® Water-Based Stain.
Q. Can Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler be top-coated?
Yes. Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler has been designed to work within the Minwax® system. It can be top-coated with any Minwax® protective clear finish, including Minwax® Fast-Drying Polyurethane, Minwax® Polycrylic® Protective Finish. It also can be painted.
Q. Can Stainable Wood Filler be used with a one-step stain and finish, such as Polyshades®?
Yes, but the polyurethane in Polyshades® decreases the absorption of the stain. The filled area may not exactly match the surrounding wood.
Q. Can Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler be used outside?
Yes. Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler can be used on exterior wood surfaces.
Q. Can Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler be used on previously stained wood?
While not ideal, it can be done. It may be difficult to match the color to the surrounding area.
Q. Can a nail or screw be put in the repaired area?
Yes, Stainable Wood Filler dries to a hard, strong consistency that securely holds nails and screws.
Q. How is Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler different from Minwax Wood Putty®?
Minwax Wood Putty® is designed to fill minor surface imperfections in finished wood. It comes in ten colors to match Minwax® Wood Finish™ stains and it does not harden. Stainable Wood Filler is designed to fill nail holes, cracks, gouges and other defects in unfinished wood. It does not come pre-colored. It readily accepts any Minwax® stain and, once stained, will match the surrounding wood. Stainable Wood Filler hardens and is strong enough to hold nails and screws.
Directions
WARNING! Removal of old paint by sanding, scraping or other means may generate dust or fumes that contain lead. Exposure to lead dust or fumes may cause brain damage or other adverse health effects, especially in children or pregnant women. Controlling exposure to lead or other hazardous substances requires the use of proper protective equipment such as a properly fitted respirator (NIOSH approved) and proper containment and cleanup. For more information, call the National Lead Information Center at 1-800-424-LEAD (in US) or contact your local health authority.
PREPARATION:
Surface must be clean, dry and free of dirt, grease, oil and loose particles.
For rotted wood use Minwax®
High Performance Wood Hardener to strengthen wood fibers before
applying Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler.
APPLICATION:
1. Squeeze a liberal amount of Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler into the area to be filled. Press the filler firmly in place with a putty knife. Fill slightly above surface to allow for sanding while minimizing overspreading on surrounding areas.
2. Allow the filler to dry completely. Dry time will vary depending on depth of area to be filled. Most common shallow repairs will dry within 2 hours. Deeper repairs may need more than one filling and may require 2-6 hours to dry. Let dry between fillings.
3. Sand filler smooth and flush to the wood. Remove all sanding residue before staining, top coating or painting.
Note: Not recommended for use with Minwax® PolyShades®.
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