Minwax 70040 Red Oak Wood Finish Stain 1 Quart

Product Description

The Minwax 70040 is a penetrating oil-based wood finish stain in a Red Oak color tone, formulated to enhance and protect bare interior wood surfaces. This product uses a nationally VOC compliant formula, making it suitable for use across all U.S. markets. It is designed for application on furniture, cabinets, floors, trim, and other unfinished wood surfaces in residential and light commercial settings. Woodworkers, finish carpenters, and flooring installers use this stain to achieve consistent, rich color penetration before applying a clear topcoat. Each unit is sold as a 1-quart container.

This wood finish is intended for interior use on raw or stripped wood surfaces. Common applications include hardwood flooring refinishing, furniture restoration, cabinet staining, and millwork finishing. The Red Oak tone delivers a warm, natural wood appearance and pairs well with oil- or water-based polyurethane topcoats. It is well-suited for residential renovation projects and professional finishing work where VOC compliance is required by regional regulations.

Key Features

• Nationally VOC compliant formula suitable for use in all U.S. states
• Red Oak color tone provides warm, natural penetrating color
• Penetrating oil-based formula enhances natural wood grain
• Suitable for furniture, trim, cabinets, and hardwood flooring
• Available in a 1-quart unit for small to medium projects
• Package quantity of 4 units per case for trade and contractor purchasing

Compatibility

Designed for use on bare, unfinished, or stripped interior wood surfaces as a penetrating stain prior to the application of a compatible clear protective topcoat.

Installation Notes

This product is applied by painting, brushing, or wiping contractors and finish carpenters working on interior wood surfaces. Work in a well-ventilated area and ensure the wood surface is clean, dry, sanded, and free of any existing finish before application. Allow adequate dry time between the stain coat and any topcoat per product labeling. Dispose of oil-soaked applicators according to local fire and waste disposal codes.