--- product_id: 42250986 title: "Varathane 313835 Weathered Wood Accelerator, Quart, Gray" brand: "varathane" price: "₨844" currency: SCR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 category: "Varathane" url: https://www.desertcart.sc/products/42250986-varathane-313835-weathered-wood-accelerator-quart-gray store_origin: SC region: Seychelles --- # Water-based, low odor Dries in 1 hour Covers up to 275 sq ft Varathane 313835 Weathered Wood Accelerator, Quart, Gray **Brand:** varathane **Price:** ₨844 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🪵 Elevate your interiors with authentic weathered wood charm—fast, flawless, and fuss-free! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Varathane 313835 Weathered Wood Accelerator, Quart, Gray by varathane - **How much does it cost?** ₨844 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sc](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/42250986-varathane-313835-weathered-wood-accelerator-quart-gray) ## Best For - varathane enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted varathane brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Fast-Dry Formula:** Touch dry in just 1 hour, so your project moves quickly without waiting around. - • **Tailored Texture:** Final look varies with wood type, giving your piece a truly one-of-a-kind, artisanal finish. - • **Effortless Cleanup:** Water-based and low odor, clean brushes and spills easily with soap and water—no harsh chemicals needed. - • **Instant Vintage Vibes:** Transforms bare wood into a unique weathered gray finish in minutes, replicating natural aging. - • **Maximize Your Coverage:** One quart covers up to 275 sq ft, perfect for large interior projects without constant refills. ## Overview Varathane 313835 Weathered Wood Accelerator is a water-based, low-odor wood stain designed for interior use on bare or untreated wood. It creates a natural, aged gray finish by reacting with wood tannins, drying to the touch in 1 hour and covering up to 275 sq ft per quart. Easy soap-and-water cleanup and a unique finish that varies by wood type make it ideal for millennial professionals seeking stylish, quick home upgrades. ## Description Varathane weathered wood accelerator creates a weathered look on bare or untreated wood. It creates a unique, one-of-a-kind aged Gray look by replicating the aging process that happens in nature by reacting with the tannins of the wood. Review: Best Stain Ever! - Of all the stains ever used this is by far the best product I've come across. Too bad it doesn't come in gallon cans as I have 54, 2 x 10 rafters to stain. It stirs up quickly and you will need to get the copper colored agent off the bottom as most cans seem to have a long shelf life before purchase and subsequent settling. It soaks almost immediately into pine and dries so quickly that an 18 ft. rafter is dry at the beginning before you reach the other end. (disclaimer: this is at 9,200 ft. elevation and in the sunlight.) Great for me as I can top coat it with urethane after 15 minutes. How a water based agent can dry so quickly is amazing. Stain is for an "Aged Wood" look. Don't know exactly what constitutes aged wood but on pine it is a dark brown effect. It soaks in so fast you have to be quick on the draw with your brush to even out what you are laying down on the wood or else you will have a darker stain mark if left for even 10 seconds. Experimenting with using a roller vs. brush has pros and cons. A smooth surface roller is faster but leaves unstained areas with minor depressions in the wood surface. Using a thicker roller lays down too much stain and uneven darker/lighter areas and the fast drying makes it difficult to blend the dark to light areas. A brush is best as you can work in 2 ft. increments and keep a more consistent look to the stain by feathering the previous patch with the current. Review: Test your wood. - I am having custom cove trim made to use between the backsplash in my kitchen and the countertop. Currently we are deciding what kind of wood to use so I wanted to test some of the wood I have available to me. I used a scrap of lightly bug stained pine we are using for the baseboards. The piece is raw rough wood. I also wanted to use this as learning experience. This wood accelerator is very thin. I used a cheap brush, and this is the result of one coat. The instant the accelerator touched the wood it changed to the color you see and after 30 minutes it still looked the same. Due to the roughness of the wood, it pooled slightly in places and none touched other places. But my takeaway is this works great on new pine, be quick and use a quality brush. I also tried it on a very old plywood pullout shelf. I prepped the wood according to the instructions. I bleached and washed it. Allowed it to dry. After 2 coats there was almost no change in the wood so I am going to stain or paint those. This couldn't be easier to use. Cleanup is a snap, there is no odor to contend with and a little goes a long way. I like it. ## Features - For interior use on bare or untreated wood to create a weathered look - Water-based, low odor formula with easy soap and water clean up - Dries to the touch in 1 hour and covers up to 275 sq ft depending on wood Type and porosity - Replicates and creates a natural, Aged look in minutes - Final look will vary depending on the Type of wood used ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B06Y16F97W | | Additional Features | special_feature | | Base Material | water-based wood | | Best Sellers Rank | #26,778 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #66 in Household Stains | | Brand Name | Varathane | | Coating Description | Water-based | | Color | Weathered Gray | | Compatible Material | Wood | | Container Type | Can | | Coverage | 275 square foot | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (2,446) | | Finish Types | Weathered Gray | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00020066344771 | | Included Components | Wood Stain | | Item Dimensions | 4.41 x 4.41 x 4.98 inches | | Item Type Name | Wood Effect Accelerators | | Item Weight | 2.25 Pounds | | Liquid Volume | 32 Fluid Ounces | | Manufacturer | Rust-Oleum | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Warranty | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Name | Wood Effect Accelerators | | Model Number | 313835 | | Paint Type | Water Based | | Recommended Uses For Product | interior | | Size | Quart (Pack of 1) | | Surface Recommendation | Wood | | UPC | 020066344771 | | Unit Count | 946 Milliliters | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Varathane - **Color:** Weathered Gray - **Material:** Plastic - **Model Name:** Wood Effect Accelerators - **Surface Recommendation:** Wood ## Images ![Varathane 313835 Weathered Wood Accelerator, Quart, Gray - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/918pELWcKQL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Anyone have any luck getting rid of the purple/blue tint on pine in any way?** A: I had good luck achieving a nice driftwood gray color (instead of bluish-purple) on pine by mixing it 1/1 with water first - it seems like the bluish-purple color comes from the product being pretty strong straight out of the can. The good news: getting twice the amount I need from a can (when mixed 1/1 with water). Putting a coat of urethane on top (after dried) darkens it - no need for a second coat (and potentially making it bluish-purple). **Q: Can you use it on pressed wood?** A: Yes but not sure the look would be what you want. It ages the wood bringing out the grain on pressed wood it would exaggerate the pieces of pressed wood a gel stain Might be a better product. You can make faux grain. **Q: can the stain be lightened after it's applied? I have darker areas where it overlapped.** A: Try leaving the treated wood out in the sun. The UV rays start to fade/lighten the effect on wood. You may need to leave in the sun for several days. Just experiment with it. **Q: what is the best topcoat for this product to retain the colour?** A: laquer then followed by poly. just poly will lighten your satisfied color. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Stain Ever! *by D***R on August 20, 2024* Of all the stains ever used this is by far the best product I've come across. Too bad it doesn't come in gallon cans as I have 54, 2 x 10 rafters to stain. It stirs up quickly and you will need to get the copper colored agent off the bottom as most cans seem to have a long shelf life before purchase and subsequent settling. It soaks almost immediately into pine and dries so quickly that an 18 ft. rafter is dry at the beginning before you reach the other end. (disclaimer: this is at 9,200 ft. elevation and in the sunlight.) Great for me as I can top coat it with urethane after 15 minutes. How a water based agent can dry so quickly is amazing. Stain is for an "Aged Wood" look. Don't know exactly what constitutes aged wood but on pine it is a dark brown effect. It soaks in so fast you have to be quick on the draw with your brush to even out what you are laying down on the wood or else you will have a darker stain mark if left for even 10 seconds. Experimenting with using a roller vs. brush has pros and cons. A smooth surface roller is faster but leaves unstained areas with minor depressions in the wood surface. Using a thicker roller lays down too much stain and uneven darker/lighter areas and the fast drying makes it difficult to blend the dark to light areas. A brush is best as you can work in 2 ft. increments and keep a more consistent look to the stain by feathering the previous patch with the current. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Test your wood. *by R***D on March 23, 2024* I am having custom cove trim made to use between the backsplash in my kitchen and the countertop. Currently we are deciding what kind of wood to use so I wanted to test some of the wood I have available to me. I used a scrap of lightly bug stained pine we are using for the baseboards. The piece is raw rough wood. I also wanted to use this as learning experience. This wood accelerator is very thin. I used a cheap brush, and this is the result of one coat. The instant the accelerator touched the wood it changed to the color you see and after 30 minutes it still looked the same. Due to the roughness of the wood, it pooled slightly in places and none touched other places. But my takeaway is this works great on new pine, be quick and use a quality brush. I also tried it on a very old plywood pullout shelf. I prepped the wood according to the instructions. I bleached and washed it. Allowed it to dry. After 2 coats there was almost no change in the wood so I am going to stain or paint those. This couldn't be easier to use. Cleanup is a snap, there is no odor to contend with and a little goes a long way. I like it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice Dark Stain on Douglas fir beams *by S***T on December 10, 2025* This stain was easy to apply with foam brushes. However, I missed a few spots, and as a beginner, I discovered that touch-ups are challenging because the touch-up area has two coats in some places, making it noticeable. But that was the stain applicator’s fault. Despite this, it created a beautiful dark color on some construction-grade Douglas fir beams. The stain absorbed into the wood, leaving no residue to wipe off. ## Frequently Bought Together - Varathane 313835 Weathered Wood Accelerator, Quart, Gray - Pro Grade, Paint Brushes, 5-Piece, Paint Brush Set: Flat & Angle Brushes for Latex and Oil Paints, Stains, Interior & Exterior Home Improvement - Varathane Premium Fast Dry Wood Stain, Quart, Weathered Gray --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sc/products/42250986-varathane-313835-weathered-wood-accelerator-quart-gray](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/42250986-varathane-313835-weathered-wood-accelerator-quart-gray) --- *Product available on Desertcart Seychelles* *Store origin: SC* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*