Wood stains

Cabot Semi-Transparent Deck & Siding wood stain

This model has been tested by our experts.

About

The Cabot Semi-Transparent Deck & Siding is part of the Wood stain test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Wood stain models like the Semi-Transparent Deck & Siding are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Appearance after 1 year: Appearance after one year summarizes performance after one year of our accelerated weathering.

Appearance after 2 years: Appearance after two years summarizes performance after two years of our accelerated weathering.

Specs

Resists cracking Resists cracking Capability to expand and contract with the siding or decking without cracking.
Yes
Resists color change Resists color change Capability to resisit fading and /or color or gloss changes.
No
Resists dirt Resists dirt Capability to keep dirt from adhering to the surface.
No
Resists mildew Resists mildew Capability to resist mildew growth.
Yes
VOCs (grams/liter) VOCs Indicates the level of volatile organic compounds stated on the can.
250