Can it be used on floors

I have wide pine floors with lots of grooves from years of dog wear. I applied the classic oak satin over the floors...1st coat over the damaged areas where the finish had worn off and second coat over all. It has held up well for 5 years...still with 3 45 to 50 pound dogs. There is now a very few small spots where the finish is wearing off that I have touched up. My pine floors look very old and have that rough rustic style that fits our colonial house perfectly.

Can it be used over already stained wood? My cabinets need refreshing.

A: Yes it can. I used it on top of a cherry wood stain I did previously. Wanted to darken my cabinets to black. I lightly sanded the cabinets with sandpaper and applied one coat. I need to apply another coat so all surfaces are covered completely. But I love the results so far.

There are mixed reviews. Should this product me used on finished steps to darken the color? If so what is the drying time?

I wouldn't recommend PolyShades for floors - especially high-traffic areas. I think you're better off with a standalone stain you can build color with followed by a clear poly to build the appropriate protection with (I used three coats on my dining room floor and it's held up pretty well for 10 years). I use PolyShades for things like non-floor woodworking and small musical instrument finishing repairs. Applying multiple coats of the lighter shades will add additional protection more than build darker color. Drying depends a lot on humidity and temperature but I like to give at least three hours per coat, with longer for the final coat. I'm not a pro flooring guy and they may disagree and know some tricks I don't, but that's been my experience.

What is the approx coverage area per quart?

Can states up to 150sf per quart.

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✨ Transform your wood projects with one flawless coat!

GLOSSY RICH OLDE MAPLE - Delivers a warm, classic medium brown with a lustrous sheen.
EFFORTLESS COLOR REFRESH - Apply over existing finishes without stripping or heavy sanding.
VERSATILE INTERIOR UPGRADE - Perfect for furniture, doors, cabinets, and woodwork.
FINISH FASTER IMPRESS SOONER - Combines stain and polyurethane in a single, time-saving step.
TRUSTED CRAFTSMANSHIP SINCE 1904 - From America’s leading wood finishing brand, ensuring quality and reliability.

Minwax PolyShades Wood Stain + Polyurethane Finish in Olde Maple is an oil-based, all-in-one wood finish that combines rich stain color with durable polyurethane protection. Designed for interior wood surfaces, it reduces finishing time by eliminating the need for separate staining and sealing steps. Ideal for furniture, doors, cabinets, and woodwork, it applies easily over bare or previously finished wood, delivering a glossy, medium brown finish backed by over a century of trusted Minwax quality.

Specifications

Color	Olde Maple
Brand	Minwax
Surface Recommendation	furniture, woodwork, doors, cabinets, accessories
Material	Maple,Wood,Polyurethane
Model Name	PolyShades
Size	1/2 Pint
Coating Description	2 coats are recommended. To deepen the color, apply a third coat.
Item dimensions L x W x H	2.88 x 2.88 x 3 inches
Item Weight	0.23 Kilograms
Finish Type	Glossy
Style	Gloss
Recommended Uses For Product	interior wood surfaces
Liquid Volume	8 Fluid Ounces
Paint Type	Oil
Number of Items	1
Manufacturer	Paint Sundries Solutions
Unit Count	8.0 Fluid Ounces
Global Trade Identification Number	00027426214309
UPC	027426214309
Part Number	214304444
Item Weight	8 ounces
Product Dimensions	2.88 x 2.88 x 3 inches
Item model number	214304444
Finish	Glossy
Item Package Quantity	1
Number Of Pieces	1
Coverage	2-3 coats
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	No
Warranty Description	Warranty

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