General Finishes Water Based Dye Stain, Pewter

Pewter is a cool, gray-toned dye color. Because it is a dye rather than a pigmented stain, it penetrates deep into the wood to magnify the grain while adding transparent color and depth. Explore the full range of wood stains & finishes.

A dye stain penetrates deep into the wood fibers to magnify the grain and provide more depth and color vibrancy than ordinary stains, giving a transparent result. Pigmented stains sit more on the surface and tend to obscure grain.

This product is excellent for highly figured woods like mahogany, walnut, or maple, where the dye dramatically highlights the natural figure and grain.

Yes. It is a General Finishes water-based dye stain, so it offers easy water cleanup. Pair it with a compatible water-based topcoat finish for protection.

Yes. Dye stains can be used as a toner when mixed with water-based topcoats, letting you create tinted clear coats and adjust color during finishing.

A dye stain adds color but does not provide protection on its own, so a clear topcoat is recommended to seal and protect the surface. Browse our topcoat finishes.

It is made by General Finishes, a respected manufacturer of water-based wood stains and finishes carried in our stains & finishes collection.

Because the dye penetrates deep into the wood rather than sitting on top, it brings out figure and grain, producing more depth and color vibrancy than any ordinary wood stain.

Use a quality applicator and work in the direction of the grain for streak-free coverage. Stock up on brushes, pads, and rags in our finishing supplies.

After the dye dries and is topcoated, you can adjust sheen and feel with compatible products from our oils & waxes selection. Always test compatibility on a sample board first.