Express Color Wiping Stain & Finish
Water-based (all colors) · US · not yet reviewed
Short answer
Ready for another coat: 1 hour after application.
Safe to touch: 1 hour after application.
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Stated times
- Safe to touch1 hour
- Ready for another coat1 hour
From Minwax product page · checked 2026-10-24. Anything not listed isn’t stated by the manufacturer.
Conditions & fine print
- Stated conditions: Not stated in the chart
- Cool or humid conditions slow drying.
- Region US. Formulas can differ between countries; check your container.
- Entered from the manufacturer source; second review pending. Report outdated information
- Actual results depend on preparation, thickness, ventilation, temperature, humidity, mixing and substrate.
Questions
How long before Express Color Wiping Stain & Finish is ready for another coat?
Minwax states: Recoat: 1 hour. This is the manufacturer’s stated time, not a guarantee.
How long before Express Color Wiping Stain & Finish is safe to touch?
Minwax states: Dry to touch: 1 hour. This is the manufacturer’s stated time, not a guarantee.