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      General Finishes Gel Stains   

 

             
Gel Stains are finely ground pigments oil in urethane. They wipe on and produce beautiful hand rubbed finishes. Gels are a thicker consistency than liquid oil base stains, so no drips, runs or spills. Gel Stains can be applied on raw or finishes surfaces.
 


How to apply on raw surfaces:

  • Lightly sand with a fine grit sandpaper. We recommend using 220 Grit, like the General Finishes UltraFlex Sanding Pad.
  • Apply liberally with an applicator. (We recommend a foam brush)
  • Remove excess stain with a rag or Suite Shop towel if necessary.

 

Additional coats can be added for a deeper color. You must wait at least 6-8 hours before applying the next coat.

 

How to apply on finished surfaces:

  • Clean surface with denatured alcohol & water first. This is a 50:50 ratio that you mix into a spray bottle 
  • Sand lightly to break surface tension. Use 220 grit sandpaper.
  • Apply liberally to the area you are working on with a foam brush
  • Work in small sections. Ex. Drawer front, side of chest, etc.
  • Wipe off excess with rag or Suite Shop towel in the same direction as the grain.

 

 

 

Seal Gel Stain with High Performance Topcoat. You must wait at least 72-hours between an oil-based gel product and a water-based topcoat.

 

Clean foam brushes with mineral spirits or use inexpensive brushes and dispose after use.

 

To learn more about General Finishes Gel Stain, watch our video HERE.

General Finishes Gel Stain-Black
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$26.95 - $43.95
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General Finishes Gel Stain- Nutmeg
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$32.95 - $43.95
General Finishes Gel Stain- Java
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$32.95 - $55.95
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General Finishes Gel Stain- Gray
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$26.95 - $43.95
General Finishes Gel Stain- Colonial Maple
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$26.95 - $43.95
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General Finishes Gel Stain-Carbon Gray
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$0.00
General Finishes High Performance Topcoat Satin
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$28.95 - $43.95
General Finishes High Performance Topcoat Flat
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$28.95 - $43.95
General Finishes High Performance Top Coat Gloss
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$28.95 - $43.95
General Finishes Flat Out Flat Top Coat
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$28.95 - $43.95
General Finishes Small Poly Foam Brush
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$1.00
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General Finishes Large Poly Foam Brush
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$1.25
General Finishes UltraFlex Softback Sanding Sponge
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$2.95
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Denatured Alcohol
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$7.95
Spray Bottle
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$2.25
Odorless Mineral Spirits Paint Thinner-Quart
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$7.95
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General FInishes Gel Stain-Georgian Cherry
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$26.95 - $43.95
General Finishes Gel Stain-White
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$26.95 - $43.95
General Finishes Gel Stain-Antique Walnut
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$26.95 - $43.95
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