10 Best Gel Stains 2020

Reviewed by Gareth Otwell | Last Updated: Nov 17, 2020

After analyzing 713 products, scanning 1225 reviews, spending more than 36 hours of research and speaking with our test users, we think the Minwax 260914444 Interior Wood Gel Stain is the one of the Best Gel Stain on the market.

#	Image	Name	Brand	Price
1	⭐Best Choice	Minwax 260914444 Interior Wood Gel Stain, 1/2 pint, Coffee Check price	Minwax	$$$$$	Check price
2		General Finishes Oil Base Gel Stain, 1 Quart, Java Check price	General Finishes	$$$$$	Check price
3	💲Best value for the money	Gel Stain by Retique It, Thin Water-Based Gel Stain/Paint Glaze and Wood Stain Hybrid (8 oz Stain, Weathered Wood) Check price	Retique It	$$$$$	Check price
4		Old Masters, Dark Walnut 80708 Gel Stain Pint Check price	Old Masters	$$$$$	Check price
5		General Finishes Oil Based Gel Topcoat, 1/2 Pint, Satin Check price	General Finishes	$$$$$	Check price
6		Varathane 224493H Premium Gel Stain, Quart, Dark Walnut Check price	Rust-Oleum	$$$$$	Check price
7		General Finishes Water Based Wood Stain, 1 Quart, Espresso Check price	General Finishes	$$$$$	Check price
8	👑Premium Pick	Unicorn Spit Gel Stain and Glaze in One, 4 Ounce each - 10 Paint Collection Check price	N/A	$$$$$	Check price
9		Teeth Whitening Gel 3 Refill, More Than 20 Uses, Effective, Painless, No Sensitivity, Gentle Teeth Stain Remover to Whiten Teeth Check price	Belifu	$$$$$	Check price
10		DecoArt DS30-3 Americana Gel Stains Paint, 2-Ounce, Oak Check price	DecoArt	$$$$$	Check price

Minwax 260914444 Interior Wood Gel Stain – Best Overall Gel Stain

The non-drip formula makes it ideal for vertical applications like doors and molding
The thick-bodied consistency makes it ideal for giving fiberglass or metal doors
Rich, wood appearance
Recoat: 8-10 hours

General Finishes Oil Base Gel Stain

This is the stain that has the most "finishing feel" of all General Finishes' products
Woodworkers love the lustrous finish that shows up
Heavy-bodied, and so does not penetrate as deeply into the wood as liquid oil-base stains do
Can help you get a more even appearance on difficult woods such as aspen or pine
Easy-to-use stains simply wipe on with a cloth or applied with a foam brush (no spills or splashes)

Gel Stain by Retique It – Best Budget Gel Stain

New Nano-technology makes this the most Versatile gel stain & glaze on the market
Gel Stain - Works over any finish without sanding off the old yet thin enough to absorb into unfinished wood
Paint Glaze - Works as a glaze over painted finishes
Thin enough to be used in a sprayer as well as absorb into unfinished wood
Fast drying, Dries in less than an hour (under 10 minutes with heat gun or blow dryer)
Non-toxic, water-based, virtually no order
Easy to use, clean up with soap and water
Interior / Exterior
Hypoallergenic
Made in the USA

Old Masters

Item Weight: 1.0 lb
Country of Origin: United States
Color: Dark Walnut
Brand name: Old Masters

General Finishes Oil Based Gel Topcoat

Oil based penetrating finish
Darkens/ambers with time
Dry Time: 12-24 hours. Cure Time: 30 days
Coats recommended: 3 minimum. Hand application: Cloth, natural bristle brush, foam brush, paint pad applicator
Cleanup with mineral spirits, . Ideal for detailed pieces and any size project

Varathane 224493H Premium Gel Stain

Designed for vertical surfaces including doors, window trim and furniture; creates a natural wood look on fiberglass and composite doors
Formulated with a thicker consistency to prevent drips and runs and provides twice the coverage of traditional oil-based stains
Dries to the touch in 1 hour and covers up to 250 sq ft
Applies evenly without causing lap marks or grain raise; not recommended for floors, decks or siding
Enhances the natural beauty of the wood grain with long-lasting, rich deep color
Provides twice the coverage of ordinary oil-based stains
Thicker consistency to prevent drips
No lap marks of grain raise
Ideal for vertical surfaces
Can be used on fiberglass and steel doors

General Finishes Water Based Wood Stain

High-quality pigments produce rich, dark colors; Can be hand-applied or sprayed.
Indoor use only; Formulated to provide workability similar to oil based stains
Low odor, low VOC, water cleanup and noncombustible
Create custom colors by intermixing GF Water Based Wood Stains or paints, or mix with any GF water based topcoat to tint and tone

Unicorn Spit Gel Stain and Glaze in One – Premium Pick

👍 PAINT, GEL STAIN and GLAZE in One!
👍 VIBRANT COLORS - 10 4 oz bottles of vibrant colors! - see image of colors and list below of colors
👍 OPAQUE OR VIBRANT - Make your project as opaque or vibrant as your dreams require. Use as a PAINT or dilute with water to create a GEL, GLAZE, STAIN, WHITE WASH or ANTIQUING TINT!
👍 GREAT QUALITY - Penetrates deep into the bare wood grain or glazes over existing finishes, brightens and highlights chalk paint, and provides a 3-D dimensional effect
👍 JASMINE SCENTED - Use indoors or outdoors

Teeth Whitening Gel 3 Refill

Remove Years of Stains: Our professional teeth whitening pen can effectively and quickly remove years of stains caused by coffee, tea, wine, smoking, soda and more. Get better Result with Belifu Whitening Kit.
Comes with 3*3ml teeth whitening gel 5% Phthalimidoperoxyhexanoic Acid, compatible with any teeth whitening trays.
Whitening gel contains 5% Phthalimidoperoxyhexanoic Acid in mint-flavor. This is a more gentle bleaching gel than Carbamide Peroxide and Hydrogen Peroxide.
Perfect for removing stains from tea, coffee, wine, cigarettes and more. Teeth whitening gel pen whitens teeth up to two shades in as little as one week.
To use gel, squeeze 0.5mL of gel into a mouth tray (not included) and wear for 30 minutes. Alternatively, you may squeeze the gel into a small bowl or dish and paint onto your teeth to whiten. Repeat this process for 7-14 days until desired results are achieved.