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product_id: 42250986
title: "Varathane Weathered Wood Gray Accelerator"
brand: "varathane"
price: "AED 120"
currency: AED
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Varathane"
url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/42250986-varathane-weathered-wood-gray-accelerator
store_origin: AE
region: United Arab Emirates
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# Water-based, low odor formula Weathered wood effect in minutes Dries to touch in 1 hour Varathane Weathered Wood Gray Accelerator

**Brand:** varathane
**Price:** AED 120
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🪄 Turn bare wood into timeless style—fast, clean, and effortlessly cool!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Varathane Weathered Wood Gray Accelerator by varathane
- **How much does it cost?** AED 120 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/42250986-varathane-weathered-wood-gray-accelerator)

## 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

- • **Wide Coverage:** Covers up to 275 sq ft per quart, perfect for large interior projects.
- • **Fast-Drying Formula:** Touch dry in just 60 minutes, so your project moves at your pace.
- • **Instant Vintage Vibes:** Transforms bare wood into a unique, aged gray finish that stands out.
- • **Effortless Application:** Water-based formula ensures easy soap-and-water cleanup—no harsh chemicals needed.
- • **Natural Wood Interaction:** Reacts with wood tannins for an authentic, one-of-a-kind weathered look every time.

## Overview

Varathane Weathered Wood Gray 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 one hour and covering up to 275 square feet per quart. Ideal for professionals and DIYers seeking a quick, authentic weathered look with easy cleanup.

## 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: Great stain - Great stain. Really looks weathered. Terrific for any project
Review: Very easy to match existing aged wood - I got this to match a few new pieces of bright orange pine to our existing old fence. Worked much better than I was anticipating. Very easy application. I did one coat. I did not sand or wipe prior to application. I used this on a peg rail & on pine acorn fence post caps (which I did not take a before picture of but they were very bright orange before).

## 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 | Weathered Look Creation |
| Base Material | water-based wood |
| Best Sellers Rank | #20,895 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #46 in Household Stains |
| Brand | Varathane |
| Brand Name | Varathane |
| Coating Description | Water-based |
| Color | Weathered Gray |
| Compatible Material | Wood |
| Container Type | Can |
| Coverage | 275 square foot |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 1,684 Reviews |
| 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 | 2.3 pounds |
| Liquid Volume | 32 fluid ounces |
| Manufacturer | Rust-Oleum |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 313835 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Warranty |
| Material | Plastic |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Name | Wood Effect Accelerators |
| Model Number | 313835 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Paint Type | Water Based |
| Recommended Uses For Product | interior |
| Size | Quart (Pack of 1) |
| Style Name | Wood Stain |
| Surface Recommendation | Wood |
| UPC | 020066344771 |
| Unit Count | 32 Fluid Ounces |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Varathane
- **Color:** Weathered Gray
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Model Name:** Wood Effect Accelerators
- **Surface Recommendation:** Wood

## Images

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## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great stain
*by T***I on July 26, 2026*

Great stain. Really looks weathered. Terrific for any project

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very easy to match existing aged wood
*by K***N on June 28, 2026*

I got this to match a few new pieces of bright orange pine to our existing old fence. Worked much better than I was anticipating. Very easy application. I did one coat. I did not sand or wipe prior to application. I used this on a peg rail & on pine acorn fence post caps (which I did not take a before picture of but they were very bright orange before).

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This works great on bare wood!
*by V***G on August 28, 2019*

If you follow the instructions, you should get a weathered look typical for the color and type of wood used. I lightly sanded bare wood panels and stirred up the accelerator before applying it, per the instructions. (Even the wooden stirring stick ended up with a beautiful weathered look.) When I applied it, the wood looked a little darker due to being wet. Then as it begun to dry, I could see the wood start to transform to a weathered look. After half an hour, I applied a second coat. If you apply it and it is only looking a bit different from what you started with, try another coat. It made a big difference for me. I tried it on 3 types of wood as shown in the photos. One picture is the front of the wood and the other side is the one with the weathered wood accelerator applied. I believe many people who are saying it made their wood have a blue or purple tone are applying to wood that has a stain or sealer on it. The wood has to be bare and untreated to absorb it, just as advertised. I did test it on some wood that had some white stain on it and it did look purple-blue because it could not absorb into the wood. I am happy with this product and glad I used it to give my wood wall panels a more aged look

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- Varathane 313835 Weathered Wood Accelerator, Quart, Gray
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*Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates*
*Store origin: AE*
*Last updated: 2026-08-09*