Old Masters
Old Masters stains and clear finishes for furniture, cabinets, doors, trim, and woodwork. This brand collection includes Gel Stain, Fast Dry Stain, Armor interior water-based clear, Ascend exterior water-based clear, and Scratchide touch-up and putty products carried in the catalog.
Per Old Masters technical data, Gel Stain is a highly pigmented alkyd gel for interior wood (and listed nonporous surfaces such as fiberglass doors). Do not thin. Practical coverage is about 300 to 500 sq ft per gallon on porous wood; finely sanded or nonporous surfaces can run higher (maker lists about 800 to 1,600 sq ft per gallon in those cases). Dry time is about 6 to 8 hours at 70 to 75°F and 35 to 50% humidity; a second coat after 8 hours for deeper color. Carbon Black needs at least 24 hours. VOC about 550 g/L. Cleanup with mineral spirits; store oily rags in a sealed, water-filled metal container. Old Masters recommends their clear finishes as topcoat; if using a water-based clear, wait at least 24 hours.
| Line | Best for | Notes (maker / catalog) |
|---|---|---|
| Gel Stain | Interior gel color on hard-to-stain woods | ~300–500 sq ft/gal porous; ~6–8 hr dry; VOC ~550 g/L; do not thin |
| Fast Dry Stain | Interior wood stain colors for furniture and trim | Color range in half-pint, quart, and gallon sizes in catalog |
| Armor | Interior water-based clear topcoat | Flat, satin, semi-gloss, and gloss quarts in catalog |
| Ascend | Exterior water-based clear protection | Matte, satin, semi-gloss, and gloss options in catalog |
| Scratchide / putty | Touch-up pens and putty sticks | Color-matched repair products for scratches and small voids |
Shop related: wood stains and gel stains, General Finishes gel stain, Varathane, protective finishes and topcoats, and the furniture refinishing cart.
FAQ
What is Old Masters gel stain best for?
Old Masters positions Gel Stain for intense, uniform color on woods that are hard to stain evenly (pine, poplar, maple, plywood, veneers) and for listed nonporous surfaces. The thick gel stays put for color control.
Do I need a topcoat over gel stain?
Yes for durability. Old Masters recommends their clear finishes. Most clears work; test lacquer for compatibility. For water-based topcoats, wait at least 24 hours after the stain.
Gel stain or Fast Dry stain?
Use gel when you want thick, controlled color with less blotching on hard-to-stain woods. Use Fast Dry Stain when you want a traditional liquid wood stain color from the Old Masters color range.
Is gel stain for decks?
No. Treat Old Masters Gel Stain as an interior color product. For exterior clear protection, look at Ascend Exterior in this collection; for deck color, use a dedicated exterior deck stain.
Old Masters Armor Interior Water-Based Finish, Satin, Quart
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Old Masters Armor Interior Water-Based Finish, Satin, Quart is intended for interior use. Features Clear finish Self-sealing Part B hardener optio...
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Old Masters Water-Based Wood Stain, Natural Tint Base, Quart
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Old Masters Water-Based Wood Stain, Natural Tint Base, Quart is intended for interior use. Features Semi-transparent Two currently listed ready-mi...
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Old Masters Water-Based Wood Stain, 771 Golden Oak, Half Pint
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Old Masters Water-Based Wood Stain, 777 Dark Mahogany, Half Pint
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Old Masters Water-Based Wood Stain, 781 Spanish Oak, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Natural, Gallon
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Natural, Quart
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Old Masters Water-Based Wood Stain, 774 Provincial, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Weathered Wood, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Espresso, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, American Walnut, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Aged Oak, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Rich Mahogany, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Natural Walnut, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Pickling White, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Pecan, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Fruitwood, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Cedar, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Dark Mahogany, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Early American, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Special Walnut, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Spanish Oak, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Dark Walnut, Half Pint
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Old Masters Fast Dry Stain, Golden Oak, Half Pint
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