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1 gal. Cedar Naturaltone Transparent Waterproofing Exterior Wood Finish

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  • Complete weatherproofing protection from the elements
  • Durable advanced 100% acrylic formula
  • All-in-one wood finish and sealer
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Protect Your Investment

Protect and beautify your wood surfaces with Behr's highly-rated line of exterior wood stain products

BEHR PREMIUM Stains and Finishes

Featuring all-weather protection from the elements and resists rain after 4 hours

Unlock The Natural Beauty of Your Wood Surfaces

Enhance the beauty of your fence, refresh your siding or complement your home with a new look for your deck

Always Start With Prep

Proper surface preparation is the key to attaining a beautiful appearance and achieving long lasting durability

How to Properly Prep Surface

Use BEHR PREMIUM prep products to open up the wood pores and ensure proper penetration for a long lasting finish

The Applicators

Apply stains and finishes with a quality brush, roller or sprayer; application method will vary depending on your project

Choose Your Look

Depending on the age of your deck and the look you desire, choose the appropriate stain or finish

Solid Color Stain

Creates a durable film that resists cracking and peeling and hides imperfections

Semi-Transparent Stain

Enhances the natural grain of your exterior wood surfaces while adding protection

Transparent Finish

Creates a clear finish that showcases the full, natural beauty of your exterior wood surfaces

Transparent Oil Finish

A penetrating oil-based stain that adds a subtle hint of color while protecting the surface

Semi-Transparent Oil Stain 

Penetrating oil-based stain offered in a range of popular wood colors

Cleaner & Stripper

Prepare your exterior wood surfaces with BEHR Premium prep products
BEHR's best wood finish, this advanced 100% acrylic formula delivers complete protection from the elements for up to 4 years on decks and 6 years on fences and siding. The silicone-fortified formula delivers excellent protection from the sun's harmful UV rays. BEHR Premium Waterproofing Wood Finish is available in 3 pre-mix colors as well as 6 custom colors to reveal the beauty of your wood surface.
  • Ideal for application on exterior wood decks, fences, siding and patio furniture
  • For the best results, be sure to properly prepare the surface using the required preparation products as listed in the Use & Care Manual
  • 100% advanced acrylic formula penetrates wood and cleans up with soap and water
  • Silicone-based technology enhances waterproof protection and durability
  • Mildew resistant finish
  • Enhanced UV protection to resist fading
  • Must apply between 35-90°F and temperature must stay above 35°F for the next 12 hours
  • Formulated for a brush, pad applicator or spray application
  • Coverage area: 1st coat 300-350 sq. ft., 2nd coat 600-700 sq. ft.; avoid applying finish too heavily, two thin coats required
  • Dry Time: 1 - 2 hours before recoat. 72 hours for full cure. Additional dry time may be needed in cooler temperatures and higher humidity
  • Resists rain after 4 hours
  • Formula offers 4 years on decks and 6 years on fences and siding
  • Actual paint colors may vary from on-screen and printer representations
  • Online Price includes a PaintCare fee in the following states: CA, CO, CT, DC, ME, MN, NY, OR, RI, VT, WA
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  • California residents

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Questions & Answers

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Q:Does this soak into the wood or remain on the surface?
by|Mar 5, 2023
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A:  Hi there, thanks for the question. The Transparent Waterproofing Exterior Wood Finish is a form filming stain, so it provides protection over the wood surface. Have a great day! -Ronald

by|Mar 7, 2023
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    Q:Can this be applied to a deck that previously was treated with an oil based stain
    by|Feb 28, 2023
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    A:  Hi there Carlo, thanks for the question. As long as the existing oil stain has weathered, you can apply the Transparent Waterproofing Wood Finish over it. Before applying the new stain, you would need to clean the deck with our All-In-One Wood Cleaner. The cleaner will neutralize the wood and will help with the adhesion of the stain. Have a great day! -Ronald

    by|Feb 28, 2023
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      Q:Will it keep the wood from cracking?
      by|Feb 6, 2023
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      A:  Yes, or at least my steps haven't cracked and it's been two years. To clarify I put it on my front door steps.

      by|Feb 11, 2023

        A:  Hi Thomas, thank you for your question. While our Transparent Waterproofing Wood Finish will not directly stop cracks, it can help prevent cracking due to weathering as it provides a UV-protective and waterproofing finish. Have a great day! -Lina

        by|Feb 7, 2023
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          Q:I'm planning to paint a new pressure-treated pine wood fence in a Cedar natural tone but still 'm not sure is the Acrylic Semi- Transparent choice would be better than the Transparent one. Why this is not a Stain & Sealer?
          by|Dec 20, 2022
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          A:  I used this about 2 yrs. ago and it still looks great. It stains and seals and looks so pretty. I used it on my front steps so get quite a lot of traffic.

          by|Dec 28, 2022

            A:  Hi Alej, thank you for your question. The Transparent and Semi-Transparent stains will allow you to see the wood grain. Of course, the semi-transparent finish will have more color, and you'll see less of the wood grain. I suggest picking up an 8 oz. sample to test a small area before doing the entire fence. The Transparent finish has a 6 year warranty on fences, while the Semi-Transparent finish has an 8 year warranty on fences. We also recommend using the All-In-One Wood Cleaner No. 63 to prep the wood, and allow it to dry completely before staining. Good luck with your project! -Giovanna

            by|Dec 20, 2022

              A:  It depends how much color you want. I have used the transparent one on my redwood decking and have used the semi-transparent on my redwood fences.

              by|Dec 21, 2022
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                Customer Reviews

                4.4 out of 5
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                After 6 days of drying, it’s still tacky
                Had a new deck built back in May 2022. Allowed 4 months for the new pressure treated wood to dry out. I prepped with Behr’s all in one deck cleaner as instructed, rinsed and let dry for 24hrs. Applied 2 coats of Behr natural cedar tone stain and sealer with a nylon brush with 24hrs between each coat. 6 days have passed and the surface is squeaky while walking on it. The rain is also pooling on the boards rather than beading. Not sure what to do at this point.
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                Response from BehrSep 6, 2022
                Hi there, thank you for your review. Sorry to hear that after six days the stain is still tacky, I'd recommend lightly cleaning the surface with soap and water and that should help to remove the tackiness. Even though the water is pooling instead of peeling, the stain is still protecting the wood. Customer satisfaction is important to us, and we appreciate your feedback. Please reach out to us directly if you need further assistance; our customer care team is happy to help you! -Ronald Behr
                  Awful Product
                  Applied exactly as spec-ed, including cleaning etc. This peeled and look terrible after one winter. This happened over the entire deck including very low traffic areas and the seat back.
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                  Response from BehrAug 23, 2022
                  Hi JoshP, thanks for taking the time to review our Premium Transparent Wood Finish. I'm sorry to hear about the peeling on your deck! This isn't the experience we want our customer to have. To fix it, I recommend removing the peeling coating, cleaning the surface with our All-In-One Wood Cleaner, and applying two new coats of stain following the spread rates. Customer Satisfaction is very important to us, so feel free to reach out to our Customer Care team directly for further assistance. They are always happy to help. Enjoy the rest of your day. -Christina Behr
                    Read The Instructions
                    I decided to stain a 16 x 16 deck this year. I did not read the instructions before I started painting halfway through I started to see lap marks. I went back to read the instructions and realize I needed to do one plank at a time from one end to the other to prevent lap marks. Before I realize that I bought a sprayer that also failed end up using a roller from one into the other and by that time it was too late. At the end of the season I will redo the deck and I will paint from one end to the other end and maybe it will help me get rid of some of the lamp marks. I do recommend this paint it is a very rich color but read the instructions first.
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                    The transparent stain is excellent for cedar wood. It's...
                    The transparent stain is excellent for cedar wood. It's so much better than the semi-transparent which covers up the wood grain. I had to sand down the entire semi-transparent, and switch to this, but it was worth it. Use the lambskin applicators instead of a brush
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                    Do not recommend
                    Paint lasted 4 months if that. Now I have to redo the job. Will not be using behr paint or stain
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                    Response from BehrNov 15, 2021
                    Hello Customer1111, thank you for your review. I’m so sorry the stain only lasted 4 months. We appreciate your feedback and would like to learn a bit more about your experience and see how we can help turn it around for you, as customer satisfaction is very important to us. Please feel free to reach out to our Customer Care team directly for assistance with this. Our team is happy to help you! -Joni Behr
                      3 found this review helpful
                      Very impressed
                      I had many colors on my deck it covered and Looks the same on all of it. Seals very good with two coats.
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                        I have no idea what type of wood people are using this on, but there is nothing orange about it, it's a cedar color just as indicated. I cleaned the deck with Behr all in one wood cleaner prior to applying and this morning the dew is already beading up. This is not anything like paint as some people said, it is totally a stain, and applies as such. Great product from Behr as usual.
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                          horrible product
                          3 months after putting on this product it is chipping away in several areas. My deck was new and cleaned with Behr products. I used two coats.. drying thoroughly in between. I’m very dissppointed, I have to remove this product and redo entire deck.
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                          Response from BehrAug 12, 2021
                          Hello, thank you for your review. I’m so sorry the stain is chipping in several spots. If the chipping is isolated to only certain spots, I recommend removing any loose coating, cleaning the surface with our All-In-One Wood Cleaner, letting it dry, then touching up the affected areas. If it’s more widespread across your deck, then it’s best to fully remove the coating, clean, and reapply the stain as you mentioned. Customer satisfaction is important to us, and we appreciate your feedback. Please feel free to reach out to our Customer Care team directly for further assistance. Our team is happy to help you! -Joni Behr
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                            5 found this review helpful
                            Worked great on my wooden fence and my stair case, love how the color came out.
                            Worked great on my wooden fence and my stair case, love how the color came out.
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                            Total Failure After Three Years
                            I applied this product on my new deck after waiting a while as my deck contractor recommended. The deck was prepared with Behr products as recommended. I applied two thin coats as directed by the label three years ago. One year ago I cleaned the deck and reapplied. In six months I began to see pieces peeling off. Now all horizontal surfaces are in total failure. Very disappointing. The warranty only pays for the cost of the product, with receipt. This is going to cost a lot to strip the whole deck an reapply. Do not use this product!
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                            Response from BehrJul 15, 2021
                            Hi Bobb, thank you for your review. I'm sorry to hear that the coating peeled so soon. This is not typical, and I understand your disappointment. If the issue is widespread, I recommend removing the coating, cleaning the surface with the All-In-One Wood Cleaner, and recoating. Customer satisfaction is important to us, and we appreciate your feedback. Please reach out to us directly if you need further assistance; our customer care team is happy to help you! -Giovanna Behr
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