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Tintable Neutral Base Semi-solid Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer in One ( 1-quart )

Ratings & Reviews for Cabot Tintable Neutral Base Semi-solid Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer in One ( 1-quart )

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 4.2 out of 5
1170 Reviews


82% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

The Cabot semi-solid deck stain received mixed reviews. Some customers found it easy to apply with good coverage and color matching, and reported it protected and enhanced the appearance of their outdoor wood surfaces. However, many experienced issues with the stain's durability, as it often peeled or faded within a year. There were also complaints about color consistency, with some receiving a different shade than expected. The overall consensus is that the stain can provide good results when applied properly, but long-term performance may be inconsistent.

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1170 Customer Reviews

This product is a stain and sealer in one.

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It was easy to use and went on as the color I had chosen.

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no muss no fuss, using on cedar fencing one coat

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great product, goes on one coat smooth and even.

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recommend

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applied well

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Great stain!

Would Recommend

This stain is AWESOME! Stains and seals simultaneously. Recommend brushing as much as you can instead of rolling (leave sponge marks and the brush is much cleaner). Definitely use gloves because it's sticky on your skin.

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Great product!

Would Recommend

Color and coverage is excellent! Require vigorous shaking before application.

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color check

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it was fine ... color tinting was off compared to brochure

April 23, 2026
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Cordovan brown.

Went on my wooden deck easily, application seemed “forgiving” in that it spread evenly and absorbed into wood well. The semisolid color hid imperfections.

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Had to touch up my deck again this year

Would Recommend

Great color

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Highly recommend

Highly recommend this product. It’s a great texture and I only had to apply one coat. This color is a beautiful and applies nicely.

April 22, 2026
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Great Protection

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been using Cabot Semi-Solid Stain+ Sealer for over 10 years. I have been using the stain on my outside furniture. The furniture is made from non- treaded wood. I stain it every other year and still in good condition. During the winter I cover up all furniture until spring. One thing for sure is to put your furniture on pavers to keep the moisture from getting to the wood. With this stain it has saved my furniture.

April 21, 2026

From cabotstain.com

Guys in paint department were very helpful

Would Recommend

great coverage for staining my fence

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Looks ok

Semi solid black was like thinned black ink painted on wood. It could look very uneven.

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Response from Cabot Stain Expert

Thank you for taking the time to review the Cabot Semi-Solid Stain. We’d like to extend our apologies for the disappointment you’ve had with the thin...

Cabot Stain ExpertApril 21, 2026

More color than expected

Newport blue semi solid was lighter, more opaque and blue than I expected.

April 18, 2026
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Response from Cabot Stain Expert

Thanks for leaving a review. I'm sorry to hear that stain didn't match up with the color it was intended to be. If you would like to discuss ...

Cabot Stain ExpertApril 21, 2026

Application was very straightforward

Would Recommend

I recently used the Tintable Neutral Base Semi-Transparent Exterior Wood Stain on my deck, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The application process was smooth and straightforward—the stain went on evenly without streaking or blotching, even on older wood surfaces. What really stood out to me was how well it enhanced the natural grain of the wood. Instead of covering it up, the semi-transparent finish brought out the texture and character beautifully while still adding a rich, customi...

April 18, 2026
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Quality product

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It goes on easy and works and looks good.

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Wood stain

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Easy to apply, looks great dry.

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