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Howard Products Restor-A-Finish, Wood Stain to Restore a Finish for Wood Surfaces, Golden Oak, 16 Fl Oz, Pack of 1

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Size: 16 oz


Color: Golden Oak


Features

  • RESTORES FINISHES: Unique formula that restores wood finishes while blending out minor blemishes, helps with both light and dark wood stains,
  • EASY APPLICATION: A simple wipe-on, wipe-off process swiftly restores most finished wood surfaces, offering quick wood repair
  • VERSATILE COLOR MATCHING: Available in nine colors to match almost any wood finish tone; Neutral, Maple-Pine, Golden Oak, Cherry, Walnut, Mahogany, Dark Walnut, Dark Oak, and Ebony Brown
  • REMOVES BLEMISHES: Removes white heat rings, watermarks, and oxidation; Howard Restor-A-Finish is also a great wood polisher for furniture and makes for a great addition to your wood furniture repair kit
  • PRESEVES ORIGINAL WOOD: Trusted wood restorer for furniture and wood scratch remover, preserving the original wood finish and enhancing it with polish, maintaining value without stripping or refinishing
  • For all golden brown shades of oak
  • Eliminates white heat rings and water marks
  • Blends out scratches and blemishes
  • Restores color and luster to faded finishes
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Description

In 1969, Douglas G. Howard set out to solve this dilemma: what methods can you use to eliminate blemishes in wood finishes and restore the original color and luster without removing any of the existing finish? Unable to find a suitable wood repair kit at his local hardware store, he went to work in his garage to create his own product. His goal was to make something that would be much more than a surface treatment, yet nothing like a stripper or a refinisher. The key was to develop a formula that could clean and polish the surface, rejuvenate and penetrate the finish with stain, and leave the original finish intact and the wood polished. The end result was Restor-A-Finish, Doug Howard's first in what would become a complete line of wood care products. For over 40 years, Howard Restor A Finish has been a standard in the antique industry. Almost any existing wood tone, from a Birdseye Maple to a Jacobean, can be closely matched using one of the nine available finish colors. After trying it on just about everything with a traditional wood finish, antique dealers, refinishers, and homemakers find it to be a safer and easier alternative to stripping and refinishing. Scratches, oxidation, white heat rings, watermarks, smoke damage, and sun fade disappear, restoring the wood's original beauty. From the Manufacturer For over 40 years, Howard's Restor-A-Finish has been a standard in the antique industry. Because Restor-A-Finish preserves the original wood finish it also helps preserve its authenticity and value, whereas stripping the finish may literally strip the piece of its value. Almost any existing wood tone, from a Birdseye Maple to a Jacobean, can be closely matched using one of the nine available finish colors. Trying it on just about everything with a traditional wood finish, antique dealers, refinishers, and homemakers have found it to be a safer and easier alternative to stripping and refinishing. Scratches, oxidation, white heat rings, watermarks, smoke damage, and sun fade simply disappear. In 1969, Douglas G. Howard set out to solve this dilemma: how can you eliminate blemishes in wood finishes and restore the original color and luster without removing any of the existing finish? Unable to find an answer at his local hardware store, he went to work in his garage to create his own product. His goal was to make something that would be much more than a surface treatment, yet nothing like a stripper or a refinisher. The key was to develop a formula that could clean and polish the surface, penetrate the finish with stain, and leave the original finish intact. The end result was Restor-A-Finish, Doug Howard's first in what would become a complete line of wood care products.

Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 3.9 x 1.8 x 6.5 inches; 12.17 ounces


Item model number ‏ : ‎ RF3016


Department ‏ : ‎ Unisex-Adult


Date First Available ‏ : ‎ July 23, 2008


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Howard Products


Best Sellers Rank: #23,653 in Health & Household (See Top 100 in Health & Household) #27 in Wood Conditioners, Waxes & Oils


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Customer Reviews: 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (4,375)


Brand Name: HOWARD


Model Number: RF3016


Model Name: RF3016


Number of Items: 1


Manufacturer: Howard Products


Number of Packs: 1


Unit Count: 16 Ounce


Global Trade Identification Number: 38


UPC: 885534714964 885488593592 088682160038 885186071651


Included Components: 1 Can


Item Type Name: Restor-A-Finish


Manufacturer Part Number: RF3016


Manufacturer Warranty Description: Warranty


Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)


Item Dimensions: 3.9 x 1.8 x 6.5 inches


Item Weight: 345 g


Liquid Volume: 16 fluid ounces


Color: Golden Oak


Finish Types: Semi-Gloss


Style Name: wood


Surface Recommendation: Wood


Recommended Uses For Product: Interior


Coating Description: patina


Additional Features: Streak Free


Coverage: 15 sq ft/fl oz


Material Type: Oak


Compatible Material: Wood


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  • Wow, A product that really works!!!
Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
There are very few products that deliver exactly what the description or ad says. But this is one of those products. We have a 20 year old golden oak coffee table that was not waterproof finished and over the years showed wear, scratches and lots of white water spots or drink spots. I bought the Howard Restor-a-finish thinking what the heck I might try it and i’monly out $10 if it doesn’t work and I toss the table or have strip the whole thing. Amazing one wipe and the spots and uneven color was gone instantly. Now I thought too good to be true and as soon as the surface dries the spots will be back, but I was pleasantly surprised to say the least. The table looks like new and a keeper. Totally surprised this stuff really works. One caution to read the instructions and warnings carefully. I left the table outside for many hours and put the table in a bathroom with the exhaust fan until the fumes evaporated completely. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2026 by R. P.

  • Makes old furniturte almost new
Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Nothing except total refinishing will make old, scratched, damaged furniture look new. But some products have the ability to make it look really good, and this one of those products. I used the suggested 0000 steel wool pads and poured the restorer on the pad. Wiping with the grain of the wood, applying various amounts of pressure depending on the severity of the damage. Once the first round was applied and then wiped off with a clear cotton cloth, I waited 30 minutes and repeated the process. Then did it again a third time. The product really works well, but again, it's no miracle worker. Several thoughts on the product. First off if the finish is chipped or gouged to bare wood, this will not improve that area. You need a furniture color pen to darken the wood, or use a filler and then a furniture pen and blend the area to match. Also start with a light color restorer, (I used the Golden Oak), and if that doesn't work as well as expected you can also go to a darker shade, but you can't go from dark to light. Finally the rags you use as well as the steel wool will be hazardous due to the solvent they retain. Rags with solvent can self-combust so please dispose of them properly. I suggest either soaking them in water before placing them outside in a closed garbage can or in a metal can with the lid tightly closed. I usually have a few empty paint cans from a big box store just for such purpose. The photos speak for themselves. A good product for easy refinishing to a much better finish. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2024 by Doc

  • Overall a decent product
Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Overall I think its a good product. I did have some issues getting it to cover a few light spots on a table top which I will need to buy regular stain and try to get it covered. On a scale of one to ten I would give it an 8 for coverage. It cleans up easy and besides the few spots on the tabletop it brought most of it back to life again. Good price over buying stain and less work to complete. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2025 by Scott R. Gerber

  • Excellent product @ reasonable price.
Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
It works beautifully!
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2026 by C. Tran

  • Should have ordered more
Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
If I had ANY idea that this would work so well, I’d have taken before and after pictures. I have a late 90’s home. Wall to wall oak paneling, cabinets, trim. It ALL WAS Looking like I would need to strip and refinish. Several people said I should just paint it all. No way! This beautiful wood shouldn’t be covered. So this product was my last attempt to bring it back. I can’t express how amazing it is. Yes, it does have a smell. But it isn’t bad. Run a fan while applying. Coverage was good for one coat on most. But I waited 2 weeks and just finished a 2nd coat of some cabinets that needed a lit more. Next I’ll apply the beeswax to finish. Kitchen and breakfast nook are complete. I’ll have to buy more to do the living room, entryway, doors and dining room. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2026 by Bambi

  • This is now my first choice refinishing technique.
Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
I've been a hobby refinisher of old (some actually antique) furniture for many years. I had mostly used three techniques: (1) strip/stain/varnish, or (2) soften/clean the old finish with a product like Formby's, or (3) fill, sand, and paint. Restore-A-Finish added a fourth option. You just wipe it on over the old finish. It doesn't strip it or soften it or cover it; it blends with the old finish, evening out splotches, white rings, and even scratches. I've been truly amazed more than once at how easy it is to work with and how well it works. It is now my first choice technique. In fact, my garage sale scrounging is now mostly focused on finding pieces that look like they will come back to life nicely with Restor-A-Finish. So far, I have four of the nine colors. It goes a long way, but I'm on m second can of Golden Oak. It's great stuff! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2026 by Buzzzz

  • Amazing permanant results. Love this product
Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
The first two photos are before and the last three are the afters. This product is so easy to use. No gloves, no strong odor and not hard work and really reasonably priced considering how well it works. You simply apply it to the .0000 steel wool pads and follow their instructions (which are basically a one two three). I did this hyge piece in about 2 and a half hours (maybe even less). I then followed up with their Feed and Wax product and you can see the end results are beautiful! I highly recommend this if you really don't want or need to actually strip your piece. At first I thought this would only be a temporary fix, but I did this on Saturday 1/4 and it still looks brand new. I have tried similar solutions but they only hid the damage temporarily (just evaporated) but this really goes into the wood like magic. If you try it, you will not be sorry ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2025 by Caron A. Mittler

  • Not easy to open and use
Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Hope it would work. But opening to use not easy. It is two steps. Turning and pulling the cap. After that, you contend with rubber filing the opening. Smell 100% alcohol with added brown color. I really hate it.
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2026 by Sami Khadr

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