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product_id: 405080661
title: "358301 Premium Gel Stain, Dark Walnut"
brand: "varathane"
price: "€ 98.91"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 5
category: "Varathane"
url: https://www.desertcart.it/products/405080661-358301-premium-gel-stain-dark-walnut
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region: Italy
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# Covers up to 250 sq. ft. per quart Dries to touch in 1 hour Thicker formula prevents drips 358301 Premium Gel Stain, Dark Walnut

**Brand:** varathane
**Price:** € 98.91
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖌️ Elevate your woodwork with drip-free, deep walnut perfection!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 358301 Premium Gel Stain, Dark Walnut by varathane
- **How much does it cost?** € 98.91 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/405080661-358301-premium-gel-stain-dark-walnut)

## Best For

- varathane enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted varathane brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Fast Touch-Dry Time:** Ready to handle in just 1 hour, accelerating your project timeline without sacrificing quality
- • **Double Coverage Power:** Thicker gel formula delivers twice the coverage of traditional oil-based stains, saving time and product
- • **Rich, Deep Wood Enhancement:** Enhances natural wood grain with a long-lasting, luxurious Dark Walnut finish that elevates any space
- • **Precision Vertical Application:** Designed specifically for doors, window trim & furniture to avoid messy drips and runs
- • **Smooth, Even Finish Every Time:** Applies evenly without lap marks or grain raise, ensuring a flawless professional look

## Overview

Varathane 358301 Premium Gel Stain in Dark Walnut is a high-performance, oil-based gel stain designed for vertical surfaces like doors and furniture. Its thicker consistency prevents drips and runs while providing twice the coverage of traditional stains, covering up to 250 sq. ft. per quart. Dries to touch in 1 hour and enhances wood grain with a rich, long-lasting finish, making it ideal for professional and DIY projects seeking flawless, durable results.

## Description

Varathane Premium Gel Stain is the ultimate solution for staining vertical surfaces without the mess of drips, runs or other common application issues. With a thicker, more viscous formula than traditional stains, Varathane Gel Stain develops rich colors and enhances wood grain for a beautiful patina and outstanding coverage. To protect your projects, topcoat with Varathane Premium Interior or Outdoor Polyurethane after gel stain dries for minimum of 4 hours.

Review: This stain is a very rich stain. It is easy to use. It does not run like the regular wood stain. Clean up requires the use of mineral spirit. I used Dollar Tree brushes for a faux wood finish. It takes 24 hours or longer for the stain to cure correctly for good durability. In my experience, the drying time took longer than the listed dry time on the can. It maybe due to the amount of stain that I applied to my projects but I love the end results. I sealed it with a water-based polyurethane. The price is about the same as Home Depot or Walmart. This product is versatile. It can be applied to an existing stain project for refresh the look.
Review: I wanted to refresh some walnut stained shelves that have seen better days. I usually use General Finishes Gel stains when working on old furniture pieces but the shelves were just old beat up pine so I decided to go with the less expensive Varethane option. The shelves were lightly sanded with 240 grit paper and then the stain was wiped on with a cloth and then wiped off 3 or 4 times. All the imperfections were gone and the stain really brought out the grain and the finish was very smooth. The shelves look great - much better than I expected and just as good as other projects that I've done using General Finishes Gel Stain.

## Features

- Designed for vertical surfaces including doors, window trim and furniture; creates a natural wood look on fiberglass and composite doors
- Formulated with a thicker consistency to prevent drips and runs and provides twice the coverage of traditional oil-based stains
- Dries to touch in 1 hour and covers up to 250 sq. ft. per quart; allow 2 hours between coats
- Applies evenly without causing lap marks or grain raise; not recommended for floors, decks or siding
- Enhances the natural beauty of the wood grain with long-lasting, rich deep color

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08N88D4GC |
| ASIN  | B08N88D4GC |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Color | Dark Walnut |
| Coverage | 250 square feet |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (103) |
| Customer reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (103) |
| Date First Available | 11 November 2020 |
| Date First Available  | 11 November 2020 |
| Department  | Unisex-Adult |
| Finish | Oil-based stain finish |
| Included components | Gel Stain |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 993 g |
| Item model number | 358301 |
| Item model number  | 358301 |
| Manufacturer | Rust-Oleum |
| Manufacturer  | Rust-Oleum |
| Material | Plastic |
| Part number | 358301 |
| Product Dimensions | 10.8 x 10.8 x 12.38 cm; 993.37 g |
| Product Dimensions  | 10.8 x 10.8 x 12.38 cm; 993.37 g |
| Size | Quart (Pack of 1) |
| Specific uses | Inside; Amateur, Inside; Professional, Outside; Amateur, Outside; Professional |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Varathane
- **Colour:** Dark Walnut
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Model name:** Premium Gel Stain
- **Surface recommendation:** Wood

## Images

![358301 Premium Gel Stain, Dark Walnut - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/618bcTuMIcL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by L***9 on 30 April 2025*

This stain is a very rich stain. It is easy to use. It does not run like the regular wood stain. Clean up requires the use of mineral spirit. I used Dollar Tree brushes for a faux wood finish. It takes 24 hours or longer for the stain to cure correctly for good durability. In my experience, the drying time took longer than the listed dry time on the can. It maybe due to the amount of stain that I applied to my projects but I love the end results. I sealed it with a water-based polyurethane. The price is about the same as Home Depot or Walmart. This product is versatile. It can be applied to an existing stain project for refresh the look.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by G***L on 1 February 2025*

I wanted to refresh some walnut stained shelves that have seen better days. I usually use General Finishes Gel stains when working on old furniture pieces but the shelves were just old beat up pine so I decided to go with the less expensive Varethane option. The shelves were lightly sanded with 240 grit paper and then the stain was wiped on with a cloth and then wiped off 3 or 4 times. All the imperfections were gone and the stain really brought out the grain and the finish was very smooth. The shelves look great - much better than I expected and just as good as other projects that I've done using General Finishes Gel Stain.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by B***Y on 24 August 2023*

The table and chairs are my refinishing project. It took 6 weeks to complete. I used a stain that was far too red on the first layer (the last two photos are the oopses). You can imagine that I was in tears after all that work to make such a huge mistake so fast. This stain saved my project! As Bob Ross would say, “it was a happy accident.” because it ended up turning out gorgeous with far more depth on top of that red oak. I’ve had neighbors and friends offer to buy it. This stain saved my project!

## Frequently Bought Together

- Varathane 358301 Premium Gel Stain, Quart, Dark Walnut
- Pro Grade, Paint Brushes, 5-Piece, Paint Brush Set: Flat & Angle Brushes for Latex and Oil Paints, Stains, Interior & Exterior Home Improvement
- Trimaco 10102 SuperTuff Sponge, 2 Pack Staining Pad, White

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*Last updated: 2026-02-16*