One semi-transparent stain from Cabot Express claims there’s no need to allow drying time between cleaning the deck and applying the stain. Consumer Reports put it to the test against another ...

Semi-transparent will last a bit longer at three to four years. Semi-solid and solid stains last the longest, at four to five years. Consider your deck’s previous coating when choosing a new stain.

Unlock to see our ratings and compare products side by side The Cabot Semi-Transparent Deck & Siding is part of the Wood stains test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Wood stains ...

Cedar by BEHR is a warm light golden brown that suits various design styles. Burnt Hickory by Cabot and Oxford Brown by ...

“If you want a clear or semi-transparent stain to last, you’ll need to apply a very thin coat.” And of course, you'll want to start with a high-performing wood stain. If your deck has ...

What's the difference between staining a deck and sealing it, and which is better? Learn how best to protect your deck from ...

“You have to weigh both the color and the opacity of the stain. A single deck color, like ‘mahogany,’ may come in transparent, semi-transparent, semi-solid, and solid formulations. The level ...

Other categories of deck finishes fared much worse. Among semitransparent wood stains, the top-rated Behr Premium Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Stain & Sealer, a water-based formula, scored only 65.

A solid stain lasts longer, but it covers up the natural grain of the wood. It smore durable. So three years later, it s almost exactly the same. The semi-transparent Cabot Express Deck Wood Stain ...

The sustained popularity of Rymar’s oil-based, semi-transparent stains can be attributed to their ability to highlight the deck’s natural wood while offering long-lasting protection.