Varathane 331305 Aged Wood Accelerator, Quart, Brown

Fantastic product, will be ordering several more tons later, neighbours commenting on the finish and where did I buy it, excellent.

This stain was easy to apply with foam brushes. However, I missed a few spots, and as a beginner, I discovered that touch-ups are challenging because the touch-up area has two coats in some places, making it noticeable. But that was the stain applicator’s fault. Despite this, it created a beautiful dark color on some construction-grade Douglas fir beams. The stain absorbed into the wood, leaving no residue to wipe off.

I rarely do reviews but this stuff is so amazing could not pass it up! The finish is exactly what I was looking for and application is easy & dries quickly! These are going on industrial pipe shelving unit for our laundry room that has a hardwood accent wall, I just installed — so these boards have the browns and hints of gray to compliment the aesthetic of the design!

Make sure to sand with 180 or higher before application. (Too coarse, and there is too much absorption.) After applying completely, but not too wet, with a foam brush, wipe with paper towel, with the grain, within a minute to get rid of drips, sags, over-application, etc. After about twenty minutes, you will have a well-aged piece of wood. If you do not wipe off the excess, you may have a patina that is darker than desired and splotchy. And if you don't wait twenty minutes to evaluate the depth of the patina, you may think you have made the surface too dark. Be patient.

I've used this on lots of projects.I love it.