Minwax 42851000 Stainable Wood Filler, 1-Ounce

The product is partially dried up in the tube and is very hard to work with.

Minwax Stainable Wood Filler is an absolute game-changer for anyone doing woodwork, refinishing furniture, or fixing damaged trim. I’ve used it on everything from nail holes and gouges to deeper cracks in hardwood—and it blends in beautifully.Why I swear by it:• Super easy to work with — Smooth, creamy texture makes it a breeze to apply and shape. Dries fast and sands down like a dream—no crumbling, no fuss.• Actually stainable — Unlike other fillers that end up looking like blotchy plastic, this one takes stain really well. I used it with Minwax stain and it blended in almost seamlessly.• Versatile — Works on indoor and outdoor projects, softwoods and hardwoods. I’ve used it on baseboards, floors, and even a vintage table restoration. It never lets me down.• Strong and durable — Once it cures, it’s rock solid. No shrinkage, cracking, or weird texture changes after staining or sealing.Pro tip: Let it dry completely before sanding and staining—patience pays off with a perfect finish.

Item is good enough to fill small holes and dents. Very easy to work with

Came dry. Money down the drain. Could not squeeze out. Really bad purchase. Stay away.

Packaging is the weak point of this particular version of the product. After opening it and using it for the first time, the filler seems to harden up a bit in the nozzle. I had to run a wire down the nozzle hole to get it to flow again with each use that was more than a half-hour after last use. I also tried to knead the tube before use, but that didn't seem to help since the tube is so stubby. I have not used this product in a larger package, but I suspect if you could get it out of a can you could stir it before each use.The filler had a somewhat gritty texture, so you have to apply it and work it with as few strokes as possible, as it will smooth out -- don't worry or fuss with it too much after applying it though because it will lose any smoothness you achieved. Also suspicious that the packaging issues may have contributed to the gritty texture.The product sands out well and takes stain OK as far as wood filler goes -- not as good as real wood but better than Minwax High Performance Wood Filler.