Rust-oleum 262024 Varathane Fast Dry Wood Stain Early American

Product Description

The RUST-OLEUM 262024 is a Varathane Fast Dry interior wood stain in an Early American color tone, formulated as a urethane modified alkyd for use on bare or prepared wood surfaces. This half-pint unit is designed for finish carpenters, cabinetmakers, flooring installers, and general contractors who need fast turnaround on interior wood finishing jobs. The formula uses nano pigments to intensify color clarity and bring out natural wood grain detail. It requires no pre-application wood conditioner and is engineered to achieve target color in a single coat, drying in approximately 1 hour. Coverage reaches 275 square feet per quart on smooth interior wood surfaces.

This stain is suited for residential and light commercial interior applications. Typical surfaces include furniture, cabinets, doors, trim, and hardwood floors. The fast-dry, one-coat formula makes it practical for staged finishing workflows where multiple coats or extended dry times between steps create scheduling constraints. It is intended for interior use only and performs on a wide range of bare and previously stripped wood substrates.

Key Features

• Single-coat formula achieves target color without a wood conditioner pre-step
• Dries in approximately 1 hour, supporting faster project turnaround
• Nano pigments enhance color clarity and highlight natural wood grain
• Coverage up to 275 square feet per quart on smooth interior wood surfaces
• Urethane modified alkyd base provides durable, high-performance color penetration
• Suitable for furniture, cabinets, doors, trim, and floors

Compatibility

Designed for use on bare, stripped, or properly prepared interior wood surfaces including hardwood and softwood substrates such as furniture, cabinetry, doors, trim, and flooring.

Installation Notes

Application is typically performed by finish carpenters, cabinet finishers, or flooring professionals using a brush, foam applicator, or lint-free cloth. Ensure the work area is adequately ventilated in accordance with local indoor air quality and safety requirements. Sand and clean the substrate thoroughly before application; remove all dust, grease, and previous finish residue. Allow full dry time before applying a topcoat sealer or finish.

Technical Specifications

• Color: Early American
• Finish Type: Urethane Modified Alkyd
• Application: Interior
• Container Size: 1/2 Pint
• Dry Time: 1 hour
• Coverage: 275 square feet per quart
• Coats Required: 1
• Weight: 0.663 pounds
• UPC: 00020066211646

Standard Information

• Brand: RUST-OLEUM
• Manufacturer Part Number: 262024