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1 gal. #ST-533 Cedar Naturaltone Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer

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  • Complete weatherproofing protection from the elements
  • Durable advanced 100% acrylic formula
  • All-in-one wood stain and sealer
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Product Details

The BEHR Premium Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Stain & Sealer provides mildew protection while waterproofing the surface. This stain protects your exterior wood surfaces from harsh weather conditions. This stain is ideal for decks, fences and siding and resists rain after 4 hours.
  • 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
  • Advanced 100% acrylic formula
  • Easy clean-up with soap and water
  • Mildew resistant finish
  • Waterproof formula provides protection in a wide range of climatic conditions
  • Resists UV damage for a long-lasting, freshly painted look
  • Can be applied to completely dry wood in temperatures between 35-90°F
  • Formulated for use with a pad applicator, brush, roller or sprayer for easy application
  • Coverage area: 1st coat 250-300 sq. ft., 2nd coat 500-600 sq. ft.; avoid applying finish too heavily, two thin coats required
  • Resists rain after 4 hours
  • Formula offers 6 years on decks and 8 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
  • California residents

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Specifications

Dimensions

Container Size1 GallonCoverage Area (sq. ft.)300 sq ft

Details

ApplicationWood Deck Stain & SealerApplication MethodBrush, Pad, Paint Sprayer, Roller
Base MaterialAcrylicColor FamilyBrown
Color/FinishCedar NaturaltoneDry to Touch (min.)120 min
Interior/ExteriorExteriorMaximum Optimal Temperature (F)90
Minimum Optimal Temperature (F)35Number per Package1
Paint/Stain Clean UpSoap & WaterPaint/Stain FeaturesLow Temperature, Mildew Resistant, UV/Fade Resistant, Waterproof
Recommended Number of Coats2ReturnableNon-Returnable
Stain & Sealer In OneYesSubstrate ConditionPressure Treated Wood, Unfinished Wood
Substrate/Surface Material UseWoodSurface LocationFence, Furniture, Patio
Textured/SmoothSmoothTime before recoating (hours)2.0
TransparencySemi-TransparentVertical/HorizontalVertical / Horizontal

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer WarrantyLimited Warranty
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Questions & Answers

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Q:I have a new pine fence. Do I need to do anything to prep the wood before painting?
by|Dec 5, 2023
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A:  Hello, thank you for your question. To prep your fence, we recommend using the All-In-One Wood Cleaner No. 63. The cleaner will prepare the wood and open up the pores. Allow the wood to dry completely before staining. Good luck with your project! -Giovanna

by|Dec 6, 2023
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    Q:Do I need to consider humidity levels when applying this product at this time of year
    by|Nov 13, 2023
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    A:  Hi Cindy, thank you for your question. Yes, it's best to apply our Premium Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Exterior Wood Stain when humidity is less than 50%, as higher humidity can extend the dry time. Also, surface and air temperature should be between 40-90F during application and at least 24 hours after being applied. Have a great day! - Randy

    by|Nov 13, 2023
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      Q:Is the stain water based?
      by|Nov 4, 2023
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      A:  Hi Bulldog, thank you for your question. The Premium Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Stain and Sealer is water-based. Have a great day! - Randy

      by|Nov 6, 2023
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        Q:Does it come in quarts?
        by|Oct 25, 2023
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        A:  Hi Watters, thank you for your question. Yes, our Semi-Transparent Wood Stain is available in quarts. See your local store for availability. Have a great day! -Giovanna

        by|Oct 26, 2023
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          Customer Reviews

          4.2 out of 5
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          • 4.2
            out of 2,280 reviews
          • 71% recommend this product
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          Color is way off
          Disappointed in the color. It is not a natural cedar color. Color is very orange and continues to turn more orange during the curing process. Unless you want your deck resembling an Oompa Loompa, I would steer away from this color. The product does its job of protecting.
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          Response from BehrOct 25, 2023
          Hi Katie, thank you for your review. I'm sorry to hear the color didn't turn out as expected. That is not the experience we want for our customers, and I can understand your disappointment. Semi-Transparent stains are influenced by the original color and tone of the wood surface, which can impact the color. In this case, it may be best to remove the stain by stripping or sanding before recoating with a new color that will provide your desired look. Alternatively, to fix the issue without removing the stain, you can coat over it with a Solid Stain. That will provide an opaque finish in the color you select. Nonetheless, your 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! -Lina Behr
            1 found this review helpful
            Worked Very Well
            Powerwashed and bleached old cedar fence which removed 99% of old worn out stain to bare wood. I also rotary sanded with 150 grit. I had about 120 sq feet. I had to brush it on and took about 1.5 to 1.75 hours per 60 sq ft because wood was rough and had normal wood imperfections for the first coat. Second application was about 1 hour each 60 sq ft. Went on like butter on bread. I only used about 80% of the stain for two coats. I'll see how it holds up using Behr Premium. Old stain was Behr.
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              • Recommended
              Great solid stain (paint). I used it to restain/paint the kid's playset and it worked great at that. I did only one heavy coat which was enough to bring the playset back to life and cover the weathered cedar it is made of. This paint is durable as well.
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              Color not as advertised.
              The color is way off. Very ORANGE with a MUSTARD tone. Beyond disappointed and I want my $50 back.
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              Response from BehrOct 9, 2023
              Hi Petina75, thank you for your review. I'm sorry to hear that the color of the stain was very orange with a mustard tone. I can understand your disappointment with the time and money that goes into a project like this. Customer satisfaction is very important, and our Customer Care team is on standby and ready to help. Please contact us directly so we can further assist you with a resolution. We look forward to hearing from you! -Ronald Behr
                1 found this review helpful
                Color
                My fence is six years old and I had used Behr clear twice over the years which brought out the wood tones. This year I went with a semi transparent cedar tone. Horrible. Hopefully nature will bring back the more natural wood tones in about 3 years. Either use clear without color for natural wood tones or solid which covers all the natural wood tones but I will never use semi transparent ever again. Horrible! Plus it looks orange not cedar color in my opinion.
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                Response from BehrSep 29, 2023
                Hi there, thank you for your review. I'm sorry to hear that the color of the stain on your fence didn't come out as expected. I can understand your disappointment, especially with the time and expense that goes into a project like this. 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
                  Am hooked on Behr but last time we used another brand on our deck because my husband's friend recommended it but here we are, less than 2 years later, repainting. Is thinner than regular Behr paint but covered beautifully and easily and looks great.
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                    Covered well and looks great!
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                    Extremely Disappointed
                    Regret buying this because there's nothing "natural" looking about it. Applied 2 coats to sanded deck boards, and it is a deep, almost neon orange color. Will now have to redo this project, and will have a hard time trusting other Behr stain color samples.
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                    Response from BehrSep 7, 2023
                    Hi Paul, thank you for your review. I'm sorry to hear that the Cedar Naturaltone color of the Semi-Transparent Wood Stain did not turn out as expected. I can understand your disappointment. You have the option of using a Solid Color over the Semi-Transparent Stain in a new color. However, this won't show any of the wood grain. You can also remove the stain, clean the surface with the All-In-One Wood Cleaner, and apply another two coats in different color. We appreciate your feedback and would like a chance to help. Please reach out to us directly; our Customer Care team is happy to help! -Giovanna Behr
                      Not bad but more orange than expected
                      As many reviews have said, the color (Cedar Naturaltone semi-transparent) had more of an orange tone than expected. I used it on our cedar patio furniture after sanding it down with 80 grit to remove the year of weathering. It went on pretty easily with a roller, touched up the edges and hard to reach area with a brush. I did not apply a second coat since it was already darker than I expected - hiding some of the grain and knots. Overall, I’ll use the product again but swap colors.
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                        • Recommended
                        Dried very uneven. Some places dark, other areas light. Especially in areas where you had to cut in using a brush. We used foam applicator, foam roller, regular roller, brush, and foam brush nothing worked. I had used this product several years ago, and it worked very well. Needless to say I am very disappointed.
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                        Response from BehrSep 4, 2023
                        Hello, thank you for your review. I'm sorry to hear about the uneven finish. This is not typical, and I can understand your disappointment. You can apply another coat to even out the finish, but keep in mind that this will make the finish more opaque. We appreciate your feedback, and if you need further assistance, please reach out to us directly. Our Customer Care team is happy to help! -Giovanna Behr
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