Enhance the natural beauty of interior timber with Fiddes Lightfast Water Stain. This premium water-based stain delivers rich, uniform colour while allowing the wood grain to remain visible. Formulated with excellent lightfast properties, it helps minimise fading over time and is ideal for use beneath the complete range of Fiddes timber finishes.
Low in VOCs and free from hazardous chemicals, Fiddes Lightfast Water Stain is environmentally friendly, easy to apply by hand or spray, and can be blended with other colours to create custom timber finishes.
Features & Benefits
- Water-based, low VOC formula
- Non-hazardous and environmentally friendly
- Rich, uniform colour with excellent lightfastness
- Enhances the natural timber grain
- Suitable for hand or spray application
- Fast drying for efficient project turnaround
- Colours can be mixed to create custom shades
- Compatible with the full range of Fiddes timber finishes
- Ideal for all interior timber surfaces
Suitable For
- Timber flooring
- Fine furniture
- Cabinetry
- Doors
- Wall panelling
- Interior joinery
Available Colours
- Clear
- Light Oak
- Teak
- Medium Oak
- Mahogany
- Dark Oak
- Walnut
- Grey
- Cream
Technical Specifications
- Product Type: Water-Based Wood Stain
- Coverage: 15–25 m²/L (depending on timber species and application method)
- Drying Time: 1–4 hours at room temperature
- Recommended Coats: 1 coat (additional coats will deepen the colour; allow 24 hours between coats)
- Application: Cloth, sponge, paint pad or spray
- Clean Up / Thinner: Water
- Available Sizes: 250ml, 1L & 5L
- Suitable For: Interior timber surfaces only
Application
Preparation
- Stir thoroughly before use.
- Always test the colour on a small, inconspicuous area before full application, as final colour will vary depending on timber species and application method.
Hand Application
- Apply using a clean, lint-free cloth or sponge, working with the timber grain.
- Remove any excess stain immediately using a clean absorbent cloth.
- Blend evenly across the entire surface for a consistent finish.
- Allow to dry completely. Do not sand between coats.
Paint Pad Application
- Apply using a 7" (or wider) paint pad applicator.
- Work with the grain, coating a few boards or sections at a time.
- Blend edges with a brush where required.
- Leave to dry naturally.
Important Note
Final colour may vary depending on timber species, surface preparation, and application method. Always perform a test application before staining the entire project.
📘 Fiddes Lightfast Water Stain Safety Data Sheet
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