{"product_id":"gel-stain-nutmeg-1-2-pint","title":"Gel Stain Nutmeg - 1\/2 Pint","description":"\u003c!-- GF_DROPSHIP_CASE_RULE_START --\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #c7b79d;padding:14px 16px;margin:0 0 18px 0;background:#faf7f1;border-radius:6px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Finishes Drop-Ship Case Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orders containing half pint products must total a full case of 12. \u003cstrong\u003eYou may mix and match eligible General Finishes products and colors in the same size\u003c\/strong\u003e to reach 12 units. Additional quantities should be ordered in full-case increments.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- GF_DROPSHIP_CASE_RULE_END --\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eGel Stain from General Finishes is home of the popular Java Gel Stain featured across the nation's social media for upcycling furniture and cabinets. Gel wood stains are heavy-bodied and do not penetrate as deeply into the wood as liquid oil-based wipe-on stains do, providing the deepest, richest colors of any oil-based stain available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eAll raw wood projects require preparation sanding before applying General Finishes Prairie Wheat gel stain, and all existing finishes require prep cleaning and sanding. \u003cem\u003eIf you skip this critical step, your finish may fail.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003ePreparation for Raw Wood Projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eSee our video: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/generalfinishes.com\/media\/52\/\"\u003eHow to Prep Sand Raw Wood\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003ePrep sand with 120-grit sandpaper followed by 150-grit sandpaper. Do not over-sand with fine-grit sandpapers; this will close and seal the wood grain, preventing ideal color absorption.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eRemove dust with a vacuum, compressed air, a tack cloth or a water-dampened rag.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eLet dry completely before applying General Finishes product. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003ePreparation for Projects with a Sealed Surface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eSee our video: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/generalfinishes.com\/media\/1066\/\"\u003eHow to Prepare Existing Finishes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eScuff clean with a Scotch Brite™ pad  or maroon synthetic steel wool and a 50:50 mix of denatured alcohol and water. If your project requires a deeper cleaning, see \u003cem\u003ePower Prep Cleaning Highly Used Existing Finishes\u003c\/em\u003e below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eDry 1-2 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eSand lightly with a 220-320-grit foam sanding sponge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eRemove dust with a vacuum, compressed air, a tack cloth or a water-dampened rag.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eLet dry completely before applying General Finishes product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003ePower Prep Cleaning Highly Used Existing Finishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eFor high-use areas with heavy grime build-up and oil from hands, give your project a deeper cleaning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eSee our video: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/generalfinishes.com\/media\/1088\/\"\u003eHow to Power Prep Existing High Use Finishes for Stain or Paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eScrub clean with a detergent, such as Spic and Span or Dawn, using a Scotch Brite™ pad.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eRinse well with water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eScrub clean with a Scotch Brite™ pad and a 50:50 mix of denatured alcohol and water. Dry 1-2 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eSand lightly with a 220-320 foam sanding pad.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eRemove dust with a vacuum, compressed air, a tack cloth or a water-dampened rag.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eLet dry completely before applying General Finishes product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eAlternative Cleaning Solutions for Existing Finishes (Not as aggressive or effective as denatured alcohol; requires rinsing.) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003e50:50 mix of bleach and water \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003e50:50 mix of vinegar and water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eMineral spirits can be used when working with water-based products, but only if the surface is thoroughly rinsed and allowed to dry for 72 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eGeneral Finishes Prairie Wheat Gel Stain Application Steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eWork in a well-ventilated area. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eStir the stain thoroughly to reincorporate solids that have settled to the bottom of the can.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eIf desired, thin stain with mineral spirits. Start by adding 5% by volume and increase up to 15% as needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eThere is usually no need for the Pre-Stain Conditioner in Natural to improve color uniformity. Gel Stain is loaded with pigments that provide deep uniform coverage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eTest your complete finishing process before starting. The stain color is affected by variances in wood and deepened with the application of topcoat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eSurface Preparation is essential. See \"Step 1: Preparation for Gel Stain.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eDivide your project into manageable sections: top, side, drawer, door, table seam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eMixing Gel Colors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eGel stains can be intermixed to create custom colors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eGel Stain can be mixed with no more than 10% Liquid Oil Stain is added by volume. The liquid stain will thin the stain, which may help it spread more easily but it will not have as much coverage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eGel Stain can be layered over other General Finishes water and oil-based stains. Allow for adequate dry time when layering water and oil products. See video tutorial: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/generalfinishes.com\/videos\/can-oil-water-finishes-be-used-over-one-another\" data-entity-substitution=\"canonical\" data-entity-type=\"media\" data-entity-uuid=\"ffa8f98e-cbcf-42fd-8a86-64d8e49fb1c9\"\u003eCan Oil and Water Based Finishes Be Applied on the Same Project \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"General Finishes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42633834201170,"sku":"B267-UL 1\/2 Pint","price":19.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0075\/5102\/5234\/products\/gf-product-OIL-BASED-GEL-STAIN-nutmeg-GALLON-CLOSED-1000PX-general-finishes-2018__54305.jpg?v=1658495200","url":"https:\/\/www.carolinapine.com\/products\/gel-stain-nutmeg-1-2-pint","provider":"Carolina Pine LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}