In common with other Osmo tinted wood wax we carry, this easy-to-apply intensive finish is both a stain and a finish in one formulation. It appears translucent when applied in a single coat; however, a second coat increases opacity and color saturation significantly, such that it is virtually opaque, with only minimal wood grain visible. On its own, it produces a sheen between matte and satin and can be top-coated with Polyx for increased sheen and durability.