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Customer Reviews for Olympic Elite 8 oz. Chestnut Brown Semi-Transparent Exterior Wood Stain and Sealant in One Low VOC

Internet #312406880

Model #OLYEST3-16NV

Store SKU #1005065266

  • Advanced, premium stain + sealer with rich color clarity
  • 4 season protection for cedar, redwood and pressure treated wood
  • Ideal for deck, fence & other exterior wood projects

Customer Reviews

  • 4.2
    out of 996 reviews
  • 71% recommend this product
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Stain goes on easy and so far after one month our deck railings look great. Because our wood is old, we filled holes and cracks with white wood filler. Those spots show through the stain even after two coats. I’d suggest testing a filler, if you use one, to see if it takes up this stain or use /make a filler that matches this color. The color of the stain seems redder than the online sample. It leans more towards a terra cotta color…a bit darker than my clay pots. Appreciated the low voc while applying. Fingers crossed for how it weathers/ages-that’s why giving it 4 stars instead of 5
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  • Verified Purchase
Color is wrong
From the color presented for American Chestnut, the actual stain is quite a bit darker!
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    Great color. I stained the 6 x 6 post…
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    • Verified Purchase
    Get an extra can just in case.
    We used a sprayer to apply the semi-transparent Walnut Olympic Elite to spruce, pine, fir pressure treated panels. We used roughly two cans per side, one coat, and spread evenly with a brush. The wood absorbed it without peeling or flaking and the grain of the wood is still very visible.
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      • Recommended
      Not as transparent as I thought it would be. Can still see the grain but at a distance it appears painted. Goes on easy and covers in two coats.
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      Response from Olympic TeamAug 18, 2023
      Hello, we’re sorry to hear that you’ve had a negative experience. We would very much like to speak with you about your project so that we can understand more about the problem you're experiencing. Please contact one of our technical specialists at techservicerequests@ppg.com or 1-800-441-9695 between 8am-5pm ET. OlympicPaint
      • Verified Purchase
      Good color. Does have some sealant in it, but not enough to weather the sun in Colorado. We have to restain our deck every 2 years.
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      • Verified Purchase
      Stain and sealing a child's playset
      [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My granddaughter's playset is 3 years old and constructed of treated lumber. It came as a kit, so selecting individual lengths of lumber was not possible. I have found that treated lumber is not always the best quality and after 3 years of Mid-Atlantic weathering, it was due for a quality stain or paint product. I chose Olympic Elite because I did not want to do this job again in the near future. I pressure washed the set and allowed it to thoroughly dry. This took some time, because scattered showered appeared often. Once dry, I used an orbital sander to knock down the raised grain, splinters and imperfections. I hosed the dust and again waited for the wood to dry. We brushed the stain on and it covered nicely. We had sufficient stain left over in the gallon can to apply a second coat. It probably was not required, but I would rather stain than have to pressure wash, sand and prep again in a couple of years. That evening, we had a downpour. I went out to check the stain the next morning and it looked great. This is a quality product. Nice application, great look, and the DNA of an excellent company. I highly recommend Olympic Elite.
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        • Recommended
        It was just what we were looking for! And the nice girl A tall redhead - sorry forgot her name- was the one that introduced us to it! She was helpful and pleasant and much better than the older gentleman who kinda took over from her? Great color true brown not red orange or yellow under tint Probably would have never found that shade without her help:)
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        • Verified Purchase
        Love my new project!
        [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Excellent coverage. Lots of compliments. I only needed to use one coat which made the product go further than I expected. Was able to stain more than I had originally planned. Thank you again PPG for excellent products. I recommend to all my friends
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          • Recommended
          Great stain and sealant
          [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used this Olympic stain plus sealant to stain my picnic table. It is great for all seasons and offers great protection against weather. It prevents cracking. Works so well. Easy to use. Made my picnic table look new. Dries quickly. I am very happy with this!
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            • Recommended
            Works well
            [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This product works well. I used it to stain my fence. It works great. My fence is now properly sealed from future eater and weather damage and it looks brand new! The product is very easy to use and disperse.
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              • Recommended
              Love this stain
              [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I haven’t used this stain on my swim platform yet, but I did sample it. I love this stuff. It’s a stain and sealant, it has a lifetime guarantee, all season protection, waterproof (perfect for my boat), it prevents peeling and chipping and provides a mildew resistant finish. The color is a beautiful driftwood gray that has gray, brown and blue hues. It will look amazing on the swim platform on my boat. Will update with finished results.
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                • Recommended
                Great stain and easy to apply
                [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My deck needed to be restrained and I chose Olympic Olympic® ELITE Advanced Stain + Sealant in One Semi-Solid in Black Walnut, As with any project please understand the prep work involved as this will affect the outcome. I did all the necessary prep to my deck before attempting to stain. Also, do a spot test on the wood to see if you like the color. Also, read about the product before staining. I personally like to apply stain with a 4” brush then go over with a course roller. I applied 1 coat, let it dry. Applied a second coat as I preferred it to be darker. My personal opinion is using a sprayer wastes product and you still have to work the product in. Even in 93 degree weather I had no trouble with the material drying too quickly or not giving me an opportunity to go over areas that needed it to be sure the finish was applied evenly. Applying this was so easy. Great experience, nice finish, easy clean-up. I do prefer a solid stain as it lasts longer. It rained the next day and it was beading up on the deck. The stain made my deck look terrific and updated. I would definitely buy Olympic Stain again. I usually wait until the paints/stains are on sale before I purchase it. I would but the amount needed upfront as stains/paints can differ from can to can.
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                  • Recommended
                  Nice stain for older projects
                  [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Nice semi solid stain, perfect for our older deck that needs refinishing. With the semi solid you can still appreciate the natural wood grain, but it seals more thoroughly and masks imperfections. We did a test spot on our deck in bad need of TLC. Goes on smoothly and looks darker in the bucket than on the wood itself.
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                    • Recommended
                    a smooth stain
                    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This stain was easy to apply. It went on smoothly with a brush and covered the wood. Two coats will create a nice surface. I used it on raw wood. A little soap and water and the brush cleaned up quickly. It lived up to its name.
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                      • Recommended
                      Beautiful Quick Results
                      [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used this stain and sealant on my wooden door. It was a very smooth stain. It was easy to pour into my paint pan. It glided on quickly. It also dried fast. I only had to use one coat. I really love the chestnut color. It is a light brown. Almost brown/tan. It made my stain project simple and quick.
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                        • Recommended
                        Easy to apply and looks great!
                        [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It’s very easy to apply and was also a very fast cleanup. I love the color - as it’s darker than I thought it might end up. I was hoping it wouldn’t be too light. So, it’s a very good product. You would want to use the deck staining tool and save help back because that way it glides on nicely. It can be a bit pricey if covering a large area, but I highly recommend.
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                          • Recommended
                          Nice stain
                          [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really liked this stain. It was very forgiving. I didn't have to wipe it off very fast. It gave me some time to do a whole section before I started wiping the access away. It's a really nice color. I have had the product I stained outside in the rain and it still looks amazing. The water actually beads up on the product which is nice. Very simple to use and I would definitely buy this in the future.
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                            • Recommended
                            Deck replace and seal
                            [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Did a partial deck replacement do to rotten wood. After replacing the boards we pressure washed the deck let it dry and stained if using the Olympic elite. The deck now looks brand new. We couldn’t be happier.
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                              • Recommended
                              Table transformation
                              [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used the stain on a table that was previously an orangey honey oak color. The color was a little dark so I mixed some lighter stain in and I love it! It went on smoothly, had nice coverage, and it transformed the table!
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                                • Recommended
                                great product
                                [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As an aesthetically pleasing and durable stain Olympic ELITE Advanced Stain + Sealant in One Semi-Solid (Mushroom color) offers outstanding results. After just minutes of application, Olympic ELITE Advanced Stain + Sealant dries quickly and leaves no residue. Once I painted a few coats, the fence looked fantastic. I love the color and look. The application went smoothly, resulting in a brand-new fence appearance. Honestly, there are no words to describe how admirable this stain is. It is an excellent product & I highly recommend it.
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                                  • Recommended
                                  Excellent excellent coverage and Rich finish!
                                  [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Olympic elite advanced stain had excellent coverage and provided a very deep Rich stay and finish to the wood that I was applying it to. The color looks exactly as expected, and it went on smooth, and even in the application process with no concerns or problems from my end. In addition, it dried quickly and provided a very luxurious rich stain and finish to the final product. 1 gallon provided great coverage. The black walnut semi solid color looks wonderful and I really like the fact the sealant was already in the paint. Not having to seal, the final product was a significant timesaver. Overall, I highly recommend this paint for ease of application wonderful lush finish and not having to seal the final product.
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                                    • Recommended
                                    Great color and protection for the wood.
                                    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this stain and sealant in one. I used it to stain and seal some wood around my shower. It has log siding to go with our log house. Knowing that the wood would be in a very humid and possibly wet condition I wanted it protected. This stain is amazing. It has a great, rich color. It goes on very easily and smoothly. I only needed to use one coat. It looks great
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                                      • Recommended
                                      Nice color stain
                                      [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I enjoyed using this stain/sealer the color was exactly what I was looking for, I am refinishing some wine barrels and wanted a similar color stain that would also seal them. The stain is fairly thin because it is not a paint. It goes on well and has a rich deep color. I spilled a drop on my cement by accident… but with a stiff brush and some elbow grease I was able to remove it. The only thing I dislike is the white plastic ring on top of the can. It is so frustrating, I spent 15 minutes trying to remove it, I tried two screwdrivers and two pairs of pliers and even a box cutter trying to remove it. I ended up looking on YouTube and found a video of how to remove it using pliers. I would really prefer to buy it minus the white plastic ring.
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                                        • Recommended
                                        Beautiful stain!
                                        [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We just remodeled our living room and we added a beam at the top of the ceiling. This stain came in hand. As we used it to stain the beam and the trim around the doors. I love the color which is black walnut. It was easy to apply and only took one coat. I love that it cleans up easily. I plan on using this product when we finish our deck too.
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                                          • Recommended
                                          Amazing product
                                          [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Definitely a high quality product. Easy to use . Make sure surface is cleaned properly before you start your project. I like the combination of stain and sealant in one , gives an added bonus of protective and a richer look.
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                                            • Recommended
                                            Stain & Sealant all in one and easy to use!
                                            [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Olympic Elite Advanced Stain & Sealant in One Semi Solid Gallon in Driftwood Gray is an all in one stain & sealant that works perfectly! After stirring this stain well, we applied it to the wood we wanted stained and sealed and it glided onto the wood. We added a deck, steps and platform onto our building and this stain/sealant will protect it with their lifetime warranty. This semi-solid covers up all imperfections there is with the wood and nails as well. It is oil based with a rich color stain and glides onto the cleaned surface. It is a great stain for all woods that need a stain. It protects in all weather/seasons with waterproofing too. It provides a fungi resistant finish and resists peeling and cracking as well. I love that it is an easy application and clean up is a breeze. I definitely recommend the Olympic Elite Advanced Stain & Sealant in One Semi Solid Gallon for your staining/sealant needs that lasts!
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                                              • Recommended
                                              Looks great
                                              [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Olympic® ELITE Advanced Stain + Sealant in One Semi-Solid, 1 Gallon, Chestnut Brown brushes on smoothly and evenly. I used it on my porch railings and to stain small tealight candle lanterns for a craft project. Both projects turned out great. I like that this stain isn't as runny as a couple others I've tried. A little goes a long way. I did both railings plus the lanterns and still have more than enough leftover to stain my porch stairs the next day the weather cooperates.
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                                                • Recommended
                                                Olympic Elite Advanced Stain
                                                [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Olympic ELITE Advanced Stain is an excellent product! The color was rich, easy to apply, dried quickly and evenly. This product contains a sealant as well. I opened the gallon and stirred the stain. Using a paintbrush I applied this to the deck railing. Perfect coverage!
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