Comparison: Best Finish For Wood Coasters (Updated | Oct 22nd)
When choosing the best finish for wood coasters, durability, aesthetics, and ease of application are key considerations. Options like polyurethane, tung oil, linseed oil, and wax each offer unique benefits, from water resistance to natural wood enhancement. This guide compares popular finishes, highlighting their pros and cons to help you select a protective and visually appealing option that aligns with your coasters’ intended use and maintenance preferences. Whether prioritizing longevity or a rustic look, find a finish that balances practicality with style.
Editor’s Choice
Best for a specific purpose
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Best for budget pick:
26 Pieces Unfinished Wood Coasters -
Best for small size:
Unfinished Natural with Tree Bark Wood Slices 10 Pcs 4.2-4.7 inch Disc Coasters Wood Coaster Pieces Craft Wood kit Circles Crafts Christmas Ornaments DIY Crafts with Bark for Crafts Rustic Wedding -
Best for best overall:
36Pcs Unfinished Wood Coasters-4" Unfinished Natural Wood Slices for Crafts Round with Non-Slip for Wedding Decoration/Blank Coasters Wood Kit DIY Architectural Models Drawing Painting Wood Engraving -
Best for premium finish:
Minwax 233334444 Polycrylic Protective Wood Finish -
Best for compact set:
10 Pieces Unfinished Wood Coasters -
Best for bulk value:
36 Pieces Unfinished Wood Coasters -
Best for hexagon design:
36 PCS 4 Inch Unfinished Wood Coasters -
Best for round coasters:
42 Pieces Unfinished Wood Coasters -
Best for bark texture:
LESUMI Unfinished Natural Wood Slices with Bark – 20 Pcs 3.5-4 inch Wood Craft kit -
Best for large coasters:
Unfinished Natural with Tree Bark Wood Slices 8 Pcs 5.5-6 inch Disc Coasters Wood Coaster Pieces Craft Wood kit Circles Crafts Christmas Ornaments DIY Crafts with Bark for Crafts Rustic Wedding
Product Comparison: Best Finish For Wood Coasters
Budget pick
26 Pieces Unfinished Wood Coasters, 4 Inch Square Acacia Wooden Coasters for Crafts with Non-Slip Silicon Dots for DIY Stained Painting Wood Engraving Home Decoration
Aweyka
- Package – Comes with 26 pack square wood coasters and 104 pieces sticky non-slip felt dots which provide stability and protect your furniture surfaces from scratch or scuffs, fit for DIY crafts and decorate your place.
- Material- Made of high-quality acacia wood materials, classy and not easily deformed, and has the natural beauty of the log style; Each coaster is handcrafted and unique due to the texture of wood, suits your home or office decoration.
- Size – These wooden coasters measure 4×4 inches, fit most cups and drinking containers, such as coffee cup, mugs, beer mugs, cocktail glass, red wine glasses, tumblers.
- Reusable – Unlike ceramic or glass coasters, wooden coasters won't break/shatter on falling hence giving these a longer life. These coasters are environmentally safe and can be reused. Just wipe them with a cloth after use.
- Ideal Gift – Wooden drink coasters are great for bar kitchen home dinner table decor; You can also DIY stained painting wood burning engraving to make them into unique birthday, Thanksgiving, wedding, mother day and holiday gifts.
Small size
Unfinished Natural with Tree Bark Wood Slices 10 Pcs 4.2-4.7 inch Disc Coasters Wood Coaster Pieces Craft Wood kit Circles Crafts Christmas Ornaments DIY Crafts with Bark for Crafts Rustic Wedding
William Craft
- Diameter: approx 4.2-4.7inch(11-12cm);Thickness: approx 0.4inch(1cm)
- Package contains 10 pcs pine tree discs
- Ideal for DIY hand painting, coasters, backdrop decorations, photo props, wedding decorations, etc
- Material: unpainted natural round blank pine wood, pre-sanded and polished, some wood bark may fall partially from the slices
- 24/7 Customer Service Support: Contact us through Aamzon email for replacement or any products' problem. We are based on California!
Best overall
36Pcs Unfinished Wood Coasters-4" Unfinished Natural Wood Slices for Crafts Round with Non-Slip for Wedding Decoration/Blank Coasters Wood Kit DIY Architectural Models Drawing Painting Wood Engraving
Yangbaga
- 【Unfinished Wood Crafts】36pcs circle wood rounds are made of natural solid wood. After fine grinding and cutting, the edges are smooth and clear, without burrs, comfortable to the touch, sturdy and durable, not easy to curl.
- 【Unfinished Wood Coasters Crafts】Decorating with glitter, embellishments, paints, and markers for DIY crafts by using these blank coasters. Size: 4"x4"x0.35".
- 【Wood for Crafts DIY】The simple design of the handicraft wooden circle allows you to paint, dye, decorate, and even carve into the shape you want, create a unique and personalized wooden craft round circle project to inspire inspiration, and cultivate creativity and hands-on ability.
- 【Craft Supplies】Wood Circles can be used to decorate our living room, room, kitchen, front door of farmhouse, front door of flower shed, beach wooden house, front of coffee shop ,Pet's house and Home Decor so on；You can also use these pieces of wood as craft ornaments, put your favorite crafts on them, or even as coasters to use.
- 【Wood Coasters Gift】You can make a home decoration, paint, write or welcome sign on it and give it to your family, friends or neighbors to add charm to any room of the house. Perfect for mother's day, father's day, birthday, housewarming, baby shower gifts.
Premium finish
Minwax 233334444 Polycrylic Protective Wood Finish, Clear Satin, ½ Pint
Minwax
- PROTECT WOOD SURFACES – Minwax Polycrylic Protective Finish protects and adds beauty to your interior wood projects, including woodwork, furniture, doors and cabinets. The clear top coat protects against scratches, spills, dirt and more.
- CRYSTAL CLEAR FINISH THAT LASTS – The crystal clear finished offered in this protective coating is ideal for use over all Minwax Oil-Based and Water-Based Stains and colors, as well as all wood species including light woods like maple, ash and birch.
- SATIN SHEEN – Give your wood projects a sleek finish with this satin clear varnish. It not only protects the natural beauty of the wood, but offers an attractive, classic sheen for a modern and subtle look. It’s non-yellowing, non-ambering and low odor.
- ULTRA FAST DRYING – Get more done with this protective poly coating. It’s a fast-drying clear coat, which allows for quick recoats after 2 hours, letting you get projects done faster. Be sure to apply with a high-quality synthetic bristle brush.
- EASY CLEAN UP – This water-based wood finish allows for easy soap and water clean-up, so you don’t have to stress about spills and big messes.
- Water clean-up
- Low odor, non-yellowing
- Fast drying
Compact set
10 Pieces Unfinished Wood Coasters, 4 Inch Square Acacia Wooden Coasters for Crafts with Non-Slip Silicon Dots for DIY Stained Painting Wood Engraving Home Decoration
Aweyka
- Package – Comes with 10 pack square wood coasters and 40 pieces sticky non-slip felt dots which provide stability and protect your furniture surfaces from scratch or scuffs, fit for DIY crafts and decorate your place.
- Material- Made of high-quality acacia wood materials, classy and not easily deformed, and has the natural beauty of the log style; Each coaster is handcrafted and unique due to the texture of wood, suits your home or office decoration.
- Size – These wooden coasters measure 4×4 inches, fit most cups and drinking containers, such as coffee cup, mugs, beer mugs, cocktail glass, red wine glasses, tumblers.
- Reusable – Unlike ceramic or glass coasters, wooden coasters won't break/shatter on falling hence giving these a longer life. These coasters are environmentally safe and can be reused. Just wipe them with a cloth after use.
- Ideal Gift – Wooden drink coasters are great for bar kitchen home dinner table decor; You can also DIY stained painting wood burning engraving to make them into unique birthday, Thanksgiving, wedding, mother day and holiday gifts.
Bulk value
36 Pieces Unfinished Wood Coasters, 4 Inch Square Acacia Wooden Coasters for Crafts with Non-Slip Silicon Dots for DIY Stained Painting Wood Engraving Home Decoration
Aweyka
- Package – Comes with 36 pack square wood coasters and 144 pieces sticky non-slip felt dots which provide stability and protect your furniture surfaces from scratch or scuffs, fit for DIY crafts and decorate your place.
- Material- Made of high-quality acacia wood materials, classy and not easily deformed, and has the natural beauty of the log style; Each coaster is handcrafted and unique due to the texture of wood, suits your home or office decoration.
- Size – These wooden coasters measure 4×4 inches, fit most cups and drinking containers, such as coffee cup, mugs, beer mugs, cocktail glass, red wine glasses, tumblers.
- Reusable – Unlike ceramic or glass coasters, wooden coasters won't break/shatter on falling hence giving these a longer life. These coasters are environmentally safe and can be reused. Just wipe them with a cloth after use.
- Ideal Gift – Wooden drink coasters are great for bar kitchen home dinner table decor; You can also DIY stained painting wood burning engraving to make them into unique birthday, Thanksgiving, wedding, mother day and holiday gifts.
Hexagon design
36 PCS 4 Inch Unfinished Wood Coasters, Premium Hexagon Wooden Plaques for DIY Crafts, Drawing, Painting, Wood Engraving, Wood Burning, Laser Scroll Sawing and Home Decoration
GNIEMCKIN
- 【Crafted with Precision】Our 4-inch Hexagon wooden coasters, also known as Pine Circle Plaques, are made from high-quality natural wood, ensuring durability and a polished finish. These blank wooden coasters are expertly laser-cut and have a smooth surface, perfect for any crafting project.
- 【Versatile DIY Crafts】these wooden Hexagon coasters provide endless creative possibilities. Use them for DIY architectural models, drawing, painting, wood engraving, wood burning, laser scroll sawing, and more. Let your imagination run wild!
- 【Functional and Stylish】These wooden coasters, at 9mm thick, not only protect your tabletops from condensation stains and watermarks but also add a touch of natural elegance to your decor. They are the ideal size to accommodate cups, mugs, and glasses, making them suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
- 【 Non-Slip Design】 Each wooden coaster is equipped with soft foam pads at the bottom, providing stability and protecting your furniture surfaces from slipping and scratching. Enjoy your drinks worry-free, knowing your coasters will stay in place.
- 【Eco-Friendly and Reusable】Unlike paper or cardboard coasters, these unfinished wood Hexagon coasters are reusable and odorless. They are made from sustainable materials and can be easily cleaned
Round coasters
42 Pieces Unfinished Wood Coasters, 4 Inch Round Blank Wooden Coasters for Crafts with Non-Slip Silicon Dots for DIY Stained Painting Wood Engraving Home Decoration
Aweyka
- 【Package include】 – Comes with 42 round wood coasters and 170 sticky non-slip felt dots. Size: 4" L x 4" W x 0.35" H/10 x 10 x 0.9 cm. Use these blank coasters for DIY crafts and decorate your place.
- 【Natural Wood】 – Durable and no odor wood coasters, made of quality pine wood, sturdy and thick. These simple round coasters with unfinished surface, you can be very creative & personalize them. You can wash it and wipe it clean with cloth after use, dry with dry cloth, easy to use and clean.
- 【Non-Slip Stickers】 – Comes with a mini anti-slip soft pad sticker to provide stability and protect your furniture surface from slips and scratches.
- 【DIY Crafts】 – These unfinished blank wood coasters are designed for DIYers. You can dye, paint or decorate them however you want, adding a lot of fun to the dull life.
- 【Wide Usage】 – The wooden coasters can be used for restaurants, coffee tables, office tables, etc. Also a great housewarming gift, they can be DIY to match any furniture and are a special birthday gift or home themed decoration for friends, colleagues, family and neighbors.
Bark texture
LESUMI Unfinished Natural Wood Slices with Bark – 20 Pcs 3.5-4 inch Wood Craft kit, DIY Kids Arts and Crafts Coasters Christmas Ornaments Rustic Wedding Decorations
LESUMI
- 【Natural & High Quality】LESUMI Unfinished & unpainted natural round blank pine wood is freshly cut wood, high-quality and good smell, and scientifically controlled moisture to prevent the wood from drying and cracking and maintain the best condition of the wood chips. some wood bark may fall partially from the slices.
- 【Perfect Size】Diameter: approx 3.5-4inch(9-10cm); Thickness: approx 0.4inch(1cm). The package contains 20 pcs of natural wood slices. The size and thickness of each slice are strictly measured, and we guarantee that you will get the size and thickness described.
- 【Easy to use】Smooth and flat surface after pre-sanded and polished. Easy to write, draw, paint, and carve, perfect for wood burning tools.
- 【Ideal for DIY & Develop imagination】Including hand-painted, gifts for children, coasters, bottle and candle base, photo props, Easter&Christmas decorations, holiday decorations, wedding decorations, gift tags, home decorations, wooden crafts. etc.
- 【Satisfaction & Quality Assurance】Before the sale, we have carried out strict tests on the quality, size and thickness of the wood chips to ensure that the wood chips received by the customers are all products that meet the requirements. We believe that you will be satisfied with our wood slices. If you are not satisfied, our customer service team will reply to you as soon as possible.
Large coasters
Unfinished Natural with Tree Bark Wood Slices 8 Pcs 5.5-6 inch Disc Coasters Wood Coaster Pieces Craft Wood kit Circles Crafts Christmas Ornaments DIY Crafts with Bark for Crafts Rustic Wedding
William Craft
- Diameter: approx 5.5-6inch(14-15cm);
- Package contains 8 pcs pine tree discs
- Ideal for DIY hand painting, coasters, backdrop decorations, photo props, wedding decorations, etc
- Material: unpainted natural round blank pine wood, pre-sanded and polished, some wood bark may fall partially from the slices
- 24/7 Customer Service Support: Contact us through Aamzon email for replacement or any products' problem. Made in U.S.A!!!
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Buying Guide
FAQs
What are unfinished wood coasters ideal for?
Unfinished wood coasters are perfect for customization, allowing you to apply your own stain or sealant for a personalized finish.
Which coasters offer unique natural designs?
Wood slices with tree bark (e.g., B07PFW39X9, B09MNLP9WS) provide rustic, natural aesthetics with irregular edges and bark details.
What shapes are available for unfinished coasters?
Options include square (e.g., B0DSWJ1K9R, B0C8DPMPH4), round (e.g., B0C7WJ3763), and hexagon (B0CQZGNJJ3) designs.
Are bulk packs available for unfinished coasters?
Yes, packs like 36 pieces (B0C1YY4299, B0FBKTR2MX) or 42 pieces (B0C7WJ3763) are ideal for large projects or resale.
Which product is best for applying a specific finish?
Minwax Polycrylic (B000C02AO2) is a recommended sealant for unfinished coasters to add water resistance and shine.
Do sizes vary significantly between products?
Yes, diameters range from 3.5 inches (B083DKY452) to 6 inches (B09MNLP9WS), with most being 4-4.7 inches.
