Wipe on Urethane Stains & Topcoats:               General Finishes Gel Stains and Topcoat have been formulated to  produce a beautiful handrubbed finish.    These easy to use products  simply wipe on with a rag.  There's no messy splashing, drips or runs.   Gel stains produce an even finish on hard to stain woods such as Aspen,  Pine or Maple                           . - Pleasant  odor.
 - Water, alcohol and heat resistant.
 - Will never  chip, crack or peel.
 - Non-toxic after drying.
 - Stains are  compatible with other topcoats.
 
                Application  of Gel Stains:              Using a cloth, foam brush or  paint pad applicator, apply a liberal amount of GEL STAIN to the area  you are working.   Divide your project into sections,drawer front, table  or cabinet top, side of chest,etc.  Then using a clean cloth wipe off the  excess stain in the direction of the grain.   Be sure to  remove all rag marks and smudges.  Additional coats of stain may be  applied for a deeper, richer color.                            Optional:               Due to the high content of urethane in Gel Stains, they may  be used by themselves as a one can finish.  We recommend applying 2-3  coats.
   However, for improved durability we recommend applying  Gel Urethane Topcoat over Gel Stain when working as a "wipe-on" project.   If brushing is preferred or if spray equipment is available, High Performance Poly is the ideal choice for the most durable topcoat.                              Application of Gel Topcoats:               Using a cloth, foam brush or paint pad applicator apply a  liberal amount of GEL TOPCOAT.  Wipe off the excess evenly with the  grain.  Make sure to wipe off any smudges or rag marks. We recommend 2-3  coats.               Dry Time: Good Conditions 6-8 hours.               Cold or Damp Conditions 24 hours.              Clean Up:  Mineral Spirits or Waterless Hand              Cleaner               Coverage: 200 ft2/quart or 4.92 m2/liter
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This is the BEST product on market
We just did our kitchen and bathroom cabinets (which were honey oak, and just looking dated), and used gel stain (grey). We are absolutely HAPPY with this product, we tried other gel stains, and were not happy with the finish. This is without a doubt the best product out there especially if you don't want to strip and sand. Total time saver!!! 5 Stars!!!
Java Gel Stain
I purchased the Java gel stain because of a Pinterest article on refinishing bathroom vanities. It worked very well and I am pleased with the results! Just remember to make sure you let the product dry thoroughly between coats...24 hours would be best, otherwise the stain seems to drag the coat you are going over. Wonderful product!
Worked geat on Birch
I bought the Georgian Cherry Gel stain, and it worked excellently on Birch plywood and solid wood trim on a cabinet. I'm by no means a professional, but this gel stain gave me the control I needed to get a good even stain with a deeper reddish color, and my wife was very pleased with the results. I'm also very pleased with the very reasonable shipping rates and the quick delivery of this product. Will be back again for sure.