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Minwax 1/2 pt 25555 Clear Polycrylic Water-Based Protective Finish Gloss

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Size: 8 fl oz


Number of Items: 1


Features

  • PROTECT WOOD SURFACES Minwax Polycrylic Protective Finish protects and adds beauty to your interior wood projects, including woodwork, furniture, doors and cabinets. The clear top coat protects against scratches, spills, dirt and more.
  • CRYSTAL CLEAR FINISH THAT LASTS The crystal clear finished offered in this protective coating is ideal for use over all Minwax Oil-Based and Water-Based Stains and colors, as well as all wood species including light woods like maple, ash and birch.
  • GLOSS SHEEN Give your wood projects a sleek finish with this gloss clear varnish. It not only protects the natural beauty of the wood, but offers a shiny, sleek sheen for a bright, modern look. Its also non-yellowing, non-ambering and low odor.
  • ULTRA FAST DRYING Get more done with this protective poly coating. Its a fast-drying clear coat, which allows for quick recoats after 2 hours, letting you get projects done faster. Be sure to apply with a high-quality synthetic bristle brush.
  • EASY CLEAN UP This water-based wood finish allows for easy soap and water clean-up, so you dont have to stress about spills and big messes.

Description

Keep interior wood projects looking beautiful with Minwax Polycrylic Protective Finish. This crystal clear protective finish protects and adds beauty to woodwork, furniture, and more. The clear top coat protects against scratches, scuffs and blemishes to protect the wood surface beneath. This clear sealer dries crystal clear and stays crystal clear, making it ideal for use over all Minwax Oil-Based and Water-Based Stains and colors, as well as all wood species including light woods like maple, ash and birch. The ultra-fast-drying protective coating allows for quick recoats after 2 hours. It’s also easy to clean-up the clear wood finish with just soap and water. This protective wood top coat not only protects the natural beauty of the wood, but offers a shiny, sleek sheen for a bright, modern look. It’s also non-yellowing, non-ambering and low odor. Note: Minwax Polycrylic Protective Wood Finish may appear milky upon opening, but applies and dries to a crystal clear protective finish that lasts. Application: 1. Surface must be dry and free of wax, grease, polish, any foreign matter or old finishes in poor condition.2. Sand to a smooth, uniform surface. DO NOT USE STEEL WOOL. Remove dust with a damp cloth. Let dry completely.3. If desired, apply stain such as Minwax Water Based Wood Stain or Minwax Wood Finish stain to bare wood surfaces following label directions. Wait at least 24 hours before applying Polycrylic Finish over Minwax Wood Finish Stain. Can also be applied to bare wood.4. Stir well before and regularly during use. DO NOT SHAKE.5. Apply a thin coat of Polycrylic Finish with a high-quality synthetic bristle brush. Apply in one direction with the grain. Do not over-brush.6. Let dry at least 2 hours then sand with very fine sandpaper (220 grit) to ensure an even finish and proper adhesion of additional coats. Do not use steel wool. Remove all dust.7. Apply a second coat. For additional coats, repeat Step 6 before applying. Three coats are recommended.8. After final coat, allow 3 hours before light handling and 24 hours before normal use. From the Manufacturer Minwax is America's leading brand of wood finishing and wood care products. From staining and protection, to preparation, maintenance, cleaning and repair, Minwax makes and keeps wood beautiful.

Brand: Minwax


Material: Water Based


Finish Type: gloss, semi-gloss, satin, matte, ultra flat


Item Weight: 10.4 ounces


Recommended Uses For Product: interior wood surfaces


Brand Name: Minwax


Global Trade Identification Number: 55


Manufacturer: Minwax


Unit Count: 8 Fluid Ounces


UPC: 027426255555


Included Components: Minwax 255554444 Polycrylic Protective Wood Finish, Clear Gloss, ½ Pint


Item Type Name: Protective Finish


Model Number: 255554444


Manufacturer Part Number: 255554444


Manufacturer Warranty Description: Warranty


Finish Types: gloss, semi-gloss, satin, matte, ultra flat


Recommended Uses For Product: interior wood surfaces


Item Form: Liquid


Compatible Material: Wood


Coverage: up to 150 sq. ft. per 0.5 pints


Item Weight: 10.4 ounces


Liquid Volume: 0.5 pints


Material Type: Water Based


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Great Clear Topcoat – Smooth Finish and Excellent Coverage
Size: 8 fl oz Number of Items: 1
I bought this Minwax Polycrylic clear topcoat for a project restoring my daughter’s rocking chair. I had used a different brand on a desk previously and it ended up peeling, so I wanted something that would give a smoother, more durable finish to help protect the paint. This product worked really well. It covered the entire chair and I only used about a quarter of the can, which was impressive. The finish came out smooth and even, and it gave me confidence that the paint will hold up much longer now. The price was reasonable, and the quality exceeded my expectations. I’ll definitely be using this again for future restoration projects. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2026 by KD

  • Great for dry glitter snowglobe tumblers
Size: 8 fl oz Number of Items: 1
I have a small business and I make snow globe tumbler among other things. This is great for dry glitter cups. It dries clear and is very durable. It starts out a white milky color then dries clear. Easy to apply with a sauce squeeze bottle.
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2026 by lynetia clinton

  • Great product
Size: 8 fl oz Number of Items: 1
I use it to seal my diamond art paintings. Dries clear and works great.
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2026 by Sue

  • Great finish
Size: 8 fl oz Number of Items: 1
Used for gun stocks. Love the finish.
Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2026 by Kyle

  • Perfect for small items
Size: 8 fl oz Number of Items: 1
Very small jar. Just enough for small project
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2026 by christine sena

  • Great stuff!
Size: 8 fl oz Number of Items: 1
I used this on a window ledge extension project, due to it being exposed to some elements of the weather, I was looking for something to help protect the finish. I came across this and I'm glad I did, it applies very easy with a brush and the smell is really not over powering or bad, at first I was doing it slowly, just to realize that I should dip the brush in and spread it, it dries quite fast and when it's dry it really looks amazing. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2025 by Gta

  • Great Poly For Projects - Not Just Wood!
Size: 8 fl oz Number of Items: 1
I bought this product for an atypical purpose - I was not coating wood but a cheerleading megaphone. I wanted a high gloss, water resistant finish. I never found I liked the result of sprays that much, and after some research, decided on Minwax Polycrylic. I was hand painting a cheer megaphone, so after prepping it, and several layers of the base coat in school colors, I let the base coat cure for about 30 days. You don't have to do this, but I wanted as hard a finish as possible, as the megaphone gets handled, put on track and turf, etc. I then painted on artwork. I used regular craft paint (avoiding enamels as they sometimes react poorly to the Polycrylic). I let the painted design cure for about a week. That is the minimum I would go; two weeks is ideal. I used a cheap sponge brush applicator. I coated the megaphone five times, which uses remarkable little of the product. I coated the first 3 coats an hour apart each, then coats #4 and #5, three and six days after. Basically, you can recoat within 90 minutes, OR then should wait 3 days. The finish dries to a high gloss and doesn't turn color, so the artwork is true to how I painted it. It also is nice and hard, and has been on the running tracks surrounding many a football field with not so much as a chip. The photos in this review are after JUST ONE coat. You can already see it picking up some gloss. After all the coats it was high gloss. I waited a few days and polished it with car wax and boom. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2020 by B. Colonna

  • It worked great for my wood project!
Size: 8 fl oz Number of Items: 1
This was a great product for my wood to seal and have no complaints.
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2026 by Amazon Customer

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