Minwax stain colors

Minwax Wood Finish is the oil-based penetrating stain most people mean by "wood stain". It soaks into the fibers, so the same can looks different on oak, pine and maple, which is why the chart below links each color to a page that covers all three.

The range runs from near-clear Natural through the golden oaks and reddish browns to grays, blacks and a few muted blues. Special Walnut and Early American are the two colors most people start with.

30 colors listed. Tap one for the species notes and the closest match in other brands.