Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent Wood Stain 1 Gallon

Stain and Prep on the Same Day!
Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent Wood Stain is an advanced, water-based, semi-transparent stain formulation designed to penetrate deep into wood pores for maximum protection and longevity. Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain protects wood from harmful UV rays and damage caused by water penetration. Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain is safe to use, has a low odor, and is easy to clean up with soap and water. It is ideal for all wood types including pressure-treated pine, cedar, fir, or redwood.
Recent advancements in water-based wood stain technology have allowed the active ingredients in the Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent Stain to offer better UV protection, excellent penetration into the wood grain, the ability to apply to damp wood, all in 5 beautiful semi-transparent colors that highlight the natural wood grain.
RAD Semi-Transparent Wood and Deck Stain will increase the life, appearance, and durability of all exterior wood surfaces. With the easy to apply and maintain Eco-Safe formula, you'll be able to finish faster and enjoy your exterior wood or deck for years.
WHERE TO USE
Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent Wood Stain is intended for all wood types of weathered, exterior wood surfaces including decks, fences, siding, outdoor furniture, gazebos, and playsets. You can apply Restore-A-Deck Premium Wood Stain to hardwoods including mahogany, ipe, or other types of exotic hardwoods.
Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent Wood Stain can be applied the same day as the prep. Make sure that all standing water has dried off the surface after prep. Typically 2-4 hours at 70º F and less than 50% humidity.
Note: Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent Wood Stain can be applied to dry or damp wood.
New Wood Note: New wood is not the same as "damp" wood and needs to weather and be prepped before staining. Restore-A-Deck Stain and New Wood
Coverage:
RAD Wood Deck Stain applies at about 100-200 feet per gallon. Actual coverage varies depending on wood porosity.
Restore A Deck Stain Application Tips
- Applying RAD Stain Wet on Wet Tips
- How To Apply RAD Stain to Damp Wood
- Restore-A-Deck Stain and New Wood
- Restore-A-Deck Stain Hot Sun Application
- RAD Two-Toned Wood Decks
ADVANTAGES
- Stain the same day as the prep!
- Utilizing the latest advancements in water-based stain technology
- Cost-effective stain and sealer for your wood
- Deep penetration into the wood grain resulting in less chance of wear and tear
- Protects wood from damaging UV oxidation and graying
- Available in 4 beautiful semi-transparent finishes – Natural, Cedar, Light Walnut, & Dark Walnut
- For use on all exterior wood types and surfaces, not just decks
- Eco-Safe
- Dries to a flat, natural-looking finish
- Water-based, easy cleanup
- Easy to reapply as needed
- Easy to remove if needed
- Does not promote mold/mildew growth
- Low VOC content, compliant with all US states and Canada
Gallon Sizes: |
1's and 5's |
Coats Required: |
1-2 Coats |
Coverage Per Gallon: |
100-200 sq. ft |
Temperature: |
45-95 F |
Application Tools: |
Sprayer, Pad, Brush, Roller |
Dry Time: |
4-8 Hours |
Cleanup: |
Soap and Water |
VOC Compliant: 50 |
Compliant in all States |
More Info: |
Product Data Sheet |
Reviews
Wednesday, 20 December 2017
Awesome deck stain. Prepped the wood and 2 hours later we stained the deck. All done in half a day!
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We will reply to your comment shortly· 07/17/2020I purchased a home with a large deck that had been ignored for some time, then slapped with a coat of Cabot DeckCorrect before listing. Clearly they did not follow instructions for preparation because it began peeling off in large sections within a year. After spending two long weekends and hundreds of dollars renting the right equipment, I was successful in getting it off with 20 and 36 grit paper. What's underneath appears to be a very nice, but quite hard old redwood from what I can tell. I am still sanding edges and carving out sections of rot which I will add drain holes to and just let it be (no filler). Based on my research and the comments here, my plan is to then sand up to 100 grit, then use cleaner, then brightener, then some TBD staining product. The area will be in full sun in Southern California. Any suggestions for prep or product? Thanks!
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI have just sanded off a solid stain finish from a 330 sf pressure treated pine deck. Age of deck is unknown, maybe 10-20 years. Do I need to brighten newly sanded wood? And how many coats of semi transparent stain - 1 or 2? I'm in SE Michigan. Thanks!
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We will reply to your comment shortlyClean and brighten wood for final prep. 1 coat to sanded wood. You can pick up at our store in Bloomfield Hills if you would like.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyAs I finish an RAD stain project for my deck, I want to apply a semi-transparent stain to a "dining" table I built for the deck out of pressure-treated pine. What do you recommend in terms of a product for the table top to help protect against food and drink spills, salt, and/or anything else from a meal? The table will experience direct sun from about 8-11 am, then it will be in the shadows for the remainder of the day.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyYou will need to treat this as new wood. See here: https://www.restore-a-deck.com/Deck-Cleaning-Reviews-and-Tips/restore-a-deck-stain-for-new-wood.html
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We will reply to your comment shortlySorry, I was not clear in my question. Yes, I will treat as new wood and will follow your 3-step process with the semi-transparent stain. I was wondering if you had any recommendations for a product to cover the stain on the table top only . . . polyurethane? varnish? shellac? resin? I am concerned about food spills, e.g red wine? I want to protect and not destroy the semi-transparent stain. The table is about 52" inches in diameter and a thick piece of glass would be a bit too much.
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We will reply to your comment shortlySorry but no, you cannot topcoat over a deck stain, it will peel.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI had rough cut milled cedar, totally dry that I then planed. Can this be stained directly? Or do I need to wait?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyRight, I was looking at that article - which is actually what made me ask the question when I saw the following in it: "
Note: ... Rough sawn cut wood does not need to weather."
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We will reply to your comment shortlyCorrect.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI am a little concerned with hot sun application. With it being summer and daily highs reaching the 90s I was thinking about applying the product at night after it has cooled down a little bit. Would there be any problem with this?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyAnyone? I'm a little concerned about the drying process overnight... when I cleaned my deck in the evening it had some wet spots the next morning...
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We will reply to your comment shortlyDoing it later in the evening as the sun goes down and misting prior with water is good: https://www.restore-a-deck.com/Deck-Cleaning-Reviews-and-Tips/restore-a-deck-stain-hot-sun-application.html
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We will reply to your comment shortlyi’ll be staining tomorrow with semi transparent stain, it will be sunny and 90 degrees any problem with that? Also i’ve noticed some black spots mainly where the nails are nailed on the deck boards any concern there?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyThe temps are too hot: https://www.restore-a-deck.com/Deck-Cleaning-Reviews-and-Tips/restore-a-deck-stain-hot-sun-application.html
The black around the nails is your nails rusting. You would have to replace the nails to stop this.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyit’s been about a month since i stripped the wood and a week since i power washed the wood for the last time (after sanding) do you think i should power wash again to clean so i don’t stain over dirt?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyJust light rinse should work.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI am in hot/humid AL. Deck is covered so not a lot of direct sun but edges get partial sun.
I have about 300 sq ft to seal total... deck bench & steps.
I have used Cabot semi transparent light oak to stain bench around deck (usually takes 2 coats but I don’t want it darker). I want to clear coat deck & also add clear sealer to bench.
Both were just pressure washed & sanded.
What product do you recommend?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHello. The RAD stains only come in semi-transparent color or solid colors and not in a clear. You also cannot apply a clear coat over your stained bench. Does not work. We sell online only.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHi I have just finished the applying the brightener, how long do I wait before staining? Also, I’m not too sure how to stain the ideal way. How many coats? If 2 coats how long do I wait after the first? Do I stain verticals first? Do I stain section by section?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyMy deck is 12 years old, made from treated pine and approx. 480 sq ft of floor boards and about 350 sq ft of railing, skirting, etc. I am planning to use semitransparent stain on the floor boards and a solid stain on the rest. Deck currently has a solid stain (brand?). I completely sanded off the floor and replaced approx. 16 of the 6" x 16" boards (128 of the total 480 sq ft). I plan to buy the cleaner and brightener. I plan to apply 2 coats of each stain (only one to the new floor boards?) unless advise otherwise. About how many gallons of the solid and semitransparent will I need? And, how long do I need to wait to stain the new wood?
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We will reply to your comment shortlySee here about new wood: https://www.restore-a-deck.com/Deck-Cleaning-Reviews-and-Tips/restore-a-deck-stain-for-new-wood.html
Just one coat to all the floors. About 3-4 gallons for the floors and 3-4 gallons for the rails.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyWhat semi-transparent stain should I apply to a Tiger Wood deck?
The deck is
2000 sq ft (includes steps and railings)
previously stained (2 years ago) now grey and weathered
SW WA state (near Portland, OR) so gets lots of rain, sun, mildew/mold
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We will reply to your comment shortlyStrip and brighten. 2-3 of the Kits. Use the RAD semi-transparent stain. About 10 gallons for the one coat needed.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyCan you confirm that no other sealer is needed after applying this stain? I really only want to seal. Thanks!
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We will reply to your comment shortlyYou cannot apply a sealer over the RAD Stains. No need.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyDo you have solid colors
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We will reply to your comment shortlyStained PT Pine deck with Rad semi transparent cedar stain but I want it to be darker. What is the minimum time before I can go back and put the dark walnut on it. Does it matter if it has one or two coats of the cedar? It was stripped and brightened before staining....what prep is needed before staining with the dark walnut color? Would the time frame or prep be different if I went with the solid stain?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyClean and brighten for prep in 9-12 months. If you want to do it sooner, then strip and brighten.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI got the first coat of semi-transparent down on two boards and they got missed on the second coat. Can I go back and still place a second coat after they have been drying for several hours?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyIt will probably not blend or take if you do spot touch-ups.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHow many months should I wait before applying a second coat? And BTW the deck brush to apply semi-translucent is the bomb! My deck is 850 sq ft and the brush has saved my back! Thanks!
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We will reply to your comment shortlyLate Fall or early Spring.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHello there, I am working on a project to build a small outdoor climbing wall. Would this product be suitable for use on a "B.C Pine Plywood Exterior"? Also, would I have to wait for the 1-2, or 3-6, months to apply this product?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyYes you can use this after 3+ months of weathering.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI have a small deck 104 sqft and then the stairs take up about 35 sqft, and then there's the vertical railings. I'm wondering how much stain I need to cover.
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We will reply to your comment shortly1-2 gallons.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHi! I'm getting ready to stain my new deck with your product! It's 800 sq ft plus railings and 4 steps. Does 9 gallons of stain, 9 bags of cleaner and 9 bags of brightener sound like enough? Thanks!
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We will reply to your comment shortlyYou only need 1-2 bags of the cleaner and the brightener. The stain amount should be good.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI have a 12x12 deck built one yr ago - southern yellow pine pressure treated with four steps. Do I need one or two gallons of stain? And will the $49 cleaner and brightener kit do the trick? Also, is the semi-transparent stain color "natural" clear or does it have a color?
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We will reply to your comment shortly2 Gallons. One prep kit. Natural is tinted.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI am going to be using Western Red Cedar T&G for exterior siding on my home. I would like the color to look like the attached picture. What product should I use?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyTry the Dark Walnut Color.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyThanks. Do you have any real life example pictures of the dark walnut?
Also, this is new cedar being installed. My supplier of the wood recommends sealing all six sides prior to installing. Then after install we can apply a 2nd coat on the outside if required. I've seen other sites (Armstrong Clark) suggesting for new wood to be installed without stain and to wait 3-4 months before staining.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyIf new wood then you cannot stain it yet. Install, let weather, prep with a Cleaner and Wood Brightener and stain only the exposed wood is the proper way.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyThank you. How about the non-exposed sides? Are you recommending not treating them at all, even if being used as exterior T&G siding? We want to ensure that the boards last a long time and is protected against rotting and insects.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyNo need to stain the unexposed wood. Stains would not help on the backside to prevent rot or insects anyhow. It is for exposed wood protection. Cedar is already naturally resistant to rot and insects.
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We will reply to your comment shortlydark walnut
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI have Ipe decking. Planning on stripping and brightening. Have always used Penofin Exotic Hardwood Formula for staining. Is your stain product geared toward domestic soft and hardwoods only? How well does it work on Ipe?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyOur stain works very well for IPE. https://www.restore-a-deck.com/Deck-Cleaning-Reviews-and-Tips/restore-a-deck-wood-stain-on-exotic-hardwoods-ipe.html
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