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Neutral Base Semi-transparent Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer in One ( 1-gallon )

Ratings & Reviews for Valspar Neutral Base Semi-transparent Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer in One ( 1-gallon )

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 4.3 out of 5
4028 Reviews


85% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

The semi-transparent stain provided good coverage and protection for some customers, allowing the wood grain to show through. However, others reported issues with poor adhesion, peeling, and inconsistent color. The stain seems to work well for some, but customers may need to apply multiple coats and test a sample first to ensure the desired results.

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4028 Customer Reviews

Deck Staining

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Really covers well with (1) coat over old dark stain

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Simple ro apply, great stain.

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Paint deak will tint it to whatever color you want from the Valspar stain range, gies on easy, looks great.

May 9, 2026
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Protects deck.

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Covers well. Protects wood. Cleans easily with water

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Best stain/sealer for decks

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Valspar dries faster and can handle lower temps which worked out great because it got down to 38 degrees the night I applied

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Apply more than one coat

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Worked great, ladder 3 or 4 coats it looked just like I wanted

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Not regretting it

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I like the dark color and the level of transparency so I can still see the wood grain. It shows dirt and mud from my dogs as expected, but has been easy to clean with just a hose and push broom. I did a 24x12 ft deck and have about half left but still need to do the steps and a small 5x5 step up, so I am glad I got the 5 gallon.

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Trust the paint mixer

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So happy with the matching of the old paint. Great job paint mixer guy!

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Works well to protect wood.

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It was easy clean up with soap and water

May 9, 2026
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To buy it.

I like the Valspar products, the paint goes on smooth and drys fast

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good product

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worked very well

May 9, 2026
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Cost effective refinish for the patio

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Great color and easy to use, covers with one coat and very durable.

May 9, 2026
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Valpar always makes a great product for the money

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My go-to product for deck staining

May 8, 2026
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Quality Product

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Good coverage. A good value for the money.

May 8, 2026
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Deck paint

Best paint for painting your deck

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