Choosing the Correct Wood Stain For Your Home

Determine what type of wood you are staining

The type of wood you are staining will be the primary factor when deciding a stain color. Different woods have different texture, grain and other characteristics that may affect how the stain is absorbed and create different results. Before selecting your stain, identify what species of wood you are working with- whether it is hardwood flooring, paneling or furniture.

Pick a color style

Are you looking for a classic look or more modern feel? This will help to narrow down your options when it comes to selecting a stain color. From light tans and whites to chestnuts and dark browns, there’s sure to be a color option to match just about any design preference. 

DuraSeal Quick Coat Premium Wood Floor Finishes Options:

• 110/210 Neutral
• 137/237 Spice Brown
• 143/243 Sedona Red
• 123/223 Coffee Brown
• 139/239 Rosewood
• 102/202 Nutmeg
• 121/221 Golden Brown
• 116/216 Antique Brown
• 108/208 Royal Mahogany
• 104/204 Chestnut
• 131/231 Ebony
• 128/228 Medium Brown
• 171 Dark Walnut
• 175 Jacobean
• 122 Mesquite Red
• 112 Golden Oak
• 130 Early American
• 111 Provincial
• 124 Special Walnut
• 145 Golden Pecan
• 140 Colonial Maple
• 141 Fruitwood
• 125 Mahogany
• 133 English Chestnut
• 150 Gunstock
• 101 County White
• 135 Cherry

Determine what type of wood you are staining

The type of wood you are staining will be the primary factor when deciding a stain color. Different woods have different texture, grain and other characteristics that may affect how the stain is absorbed and create different results. Before selecting your stain, identify what species of wood you are working with- whether it is hardwood flooring, paneling or furniture.

Pick a color style

Are you looking for a classic look or more modern feel? This will help to narrow down your options when it comes to selecting a stain color. From light tans and whites to chestnuts and dark browns, there’s sure to be a color option to match just about any design preference. 

Opt for custom stains

Looking for something truly one of kind? Custom Stain mixing offers myriad possibilities although keep in mind there’s no ‘undo’ button here so make sure you get it right the first time! You can blend out some vibrant colors such as lime greens and sky blues but its usually best to keep things relatively conservative here so that your design aesthetic will hold up over years to come! 

Consider using natural oils/waxes

Wood oils/waxes soak into the pores making them ideal treatment solutions if you want something with stay power without being too distracting from the existing frame work either due an overwhelming hue or overwhelming odor (they tend to dry without much fragrance). Natural oils/waxes do support natural patina while giving increased protection against more extreme weather changes during various seasons throughout the year.