General Finishes Water Based Pigmented Stain, Espresso

Espresso is a deep, dark-brown tone that produces a rich, modern look on furniture and cabinetry. Like all General Finishes pigmented colors, it lays down uniformly even on hard-to-stain woods. Browse more wood stains & finishes.

It is a water-based pigmented stain, formulated to provide workability similar to an oil-based stain while allowing easy soap-and-water cleanup.

Cleanup is done with plain water. The stain is low odor, low VOC, and noncombustible, so there is no need for solvents.

Yes. The high-quality pigments are designed to produce rich, dark, uniform color on hard-to-stain woods like maple and pine, where many stains blotch.

Yes. The stain blends effortlessly and can be repaired, and its long open time gives you time to work it evenly before it sets.

The thicker body allows for controlled penetration into the wood, which helps produce even, uniform color rather than patchy absorption.

A clear topcoat is recommended to protect the color and add durability. Explore our topcoat finishes to seal the surface.

Yes. It is low odor, low VOC, and noncombustible, making it well suited for indoor and shop use.

It spreads easily with a brush, pad, or cloth. Find brushes, pads, and applicators in our finishing supplies.

It is made by General Finishes, a respected manufacturer of water-based and oil-based wood finishes. See related oils & waxes for more finishing options.