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Overview

Overview

Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler is ideal for repairing cracks, small gouges, nail holes, knot holes and other defects in all types of unfinished indoor and outdoor wood surfaces.

  • Stainable Wood Filler is specially formulated to accept Minwax® penetrating wood stains.
  • It is designed for use with oil-based and water-based wood stains.

Product Details

Product Details

Application Tool: putty knife
Dry Time: 2-6 hours, depending on size of area filled
Cleanup: soap and water
Recommended Uses: for filling cracks, small gouges, nail holes, knot holes and other defects in unfinished wood
Stain Application: as soon as wood filler has dried and is sanded
Available Sizes: 1 oz, 6 oz, 16 oz, 32 oz, 64 oz
Directions

Directions

Instructions for using Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler.

PREPARATION:

Surface must be clean, dry, and free of dirt, grease, oil and loose particles. For rotted wood use Minwax® Wood Hardener to strengthen wood fibers before applying Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler.This product should not be used on holes larger than 3/4". For larger holes use, Minwax® High Performance Wood Filler.

APPLICATION:

  1. Squeeze a liberal amount of Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler into the area to be filled and press firmly into place, using a putty knife. Fill slightly above surface to allow for sanding while minimizing overspreading on surrounding areas. Remove excess.
  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. For deeper holes, fill in layers 1/4" at a time, which may require 2-6 hours to dry.
  3. Sand filler smooth and flush to the wood. Remove all sanding residue before staining, topcoating or painting.

CLEAN UP:Use soap and water to clean hands and tools before filler dries.

STAINING AND FINISHING:

Before filling, test stain on scrap wood with filler. Choose a Minwax® penetrating stain, such as, Minwax® Wood Finish™, Minwax® Water-Based Stain or Minwax® Gel Stain and apply according to the label directions. After staining for interior use, apply a protective clear finish such as Minwax® Fast Drying Polyurethane or Minwax® Polycrylic® Protective Finish for long lasting beauty and protection. For exterior use, apply a protective finish such as Minwax® Helmsman® Spar Urethane. Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler can also be directly topcoated with a clear finish or painted.

Note: Not recommended for use with Minwax® PolyShades® one-step stain and finish. Not recommended for use on floors. Store at room temperature. Keep from freezing. Do not apply when temperature is less than 40°F.

CAUTIONS:

Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Wash hands after using. Keep container closed when not in use. Do not transfer contents to other containers for storage.

FIRST AID: In case of eye contact, flush thoroughly with large amounts of water. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If swallowed, call Poison Control Center, hospital emergency room, or physician immediately.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.

DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

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 Wood Stain.

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.

Can Stainable Wood Filler be used with a one-step stain and finish, such as Minwax® PolyShades®?

No, it is not recommended for use with Minwax® PolyShades®.

Can I use Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler on hardwood floors?

No, it is not recommended.

Can Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler be used outside?

Absolutely. Minwax® Stainable Wood Filler can be used on exterior wood surfaces.

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.

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.

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, small 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.

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Safety Sheets

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