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Oak Brown Semi-solid Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer in One ( 1-quart )

Ratings & Reviews for Cabot Oak Brown Semi-solid Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer in One ( 1-quart )

4.2
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 4.2 out of 5
777 Reviews


82% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

The wood stain provides good coverage and color that matches expectations for some customers. It has a durable, semi-solid finish that protects the wood well. However, others report issues with the color not matching, thin or watery consistency, and poor durability, with the stain peeling or fading within a year. Customers should test the stain on a small area and follow application instructions closely to achieve the best results.

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777 Customer Reviews

Thin

Would Not Recommend

Too thin

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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 visc...

Cabot Stain ExpertJune 10, 2025

Only 125 Sq Ft Coverage Not 400

Would Recommend

When brushing on with just enough to wet the surface while staining a fence we have only been able to stretch a gallon of the Oil Based Semi-Solid Stain to about 125 Sq Ft which is not anywhere close to the advertised 400 Sq Ft Minimum Coverage. Color is great however coverage is not so great. We have a little less than 1,200 sq ft of fence to cover so we bought 4 gallons to have 1,600 sq ft of stain available however at this rate of coverage we're going to need about 6 more gallons ($330) of...

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Response from Cabot Stain Expert

Thank you for taking the time to review the Semi Solid Stain and Sealer. We apologize you did not get the desired coverage when using for your fence...

Cabot Stain ExpertMay 30, 2025

Best stain availablein state banning oil-base.

Would Recommend

I like the color selection, and it is best thing compared to older oil-based stain, whichnis so much better than acrylic or latex based "stains" which has been banned in states like CT. You will need mineral spirts and/or acetone for clean-up... ignore the warm soapy water on the label.

May 29, 2025
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That they stand behind their product 100%!

Would Recommend

The product was fantastic and worked really well! I will only buy this stain for now on.

May 27, 2025
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Color did not match swatch

Stain applied great, only had to do one coat. However, the Oak Brown color we selected looked very red. It was not at all what we were expecting based on the sample color in the booklet. Disappointed that it was not what we wanted.

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Response from Cabot Stain Expert

Thank you for your review of the Semi Solid Stain. We apologize you were not satisfied with the stain color for your project. Since each type of wo...

Cabot Stain ExpertMay 29, 2025

Deck stain

Would Recommend

Very good used it in prior years

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Bad shipping

Wrong product was shipped, it wasn't green it was clear

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Response from Cabot Stain Expert

We are so sorry for your displeasing experience. Please either reach out to your local Lowe’s store or call Lowe’s Customer Care at 1-800-445-6937 fo...

Cabot Stain ExpertMay 19, 2025

Will buy more

Love the color

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Terrible Stain !!

Would Not Recommend

This is not even close to the color in the brochure! I wasted my time and money because Lowe’s in North Augusta, SC does not offer the smaller sample sizes for sell. So I had to pay $60.00 dollars for a gallon of the ugliest stain I’ve ever seen. This really upsets me and makes me want to take my business elsewhere.

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Response from Cabot Stain Expert

Thank you for taking the time to review the Semi Solid Stain and Sealer. We apologize you were not satisfied with the color of the stain for your pr...

Cabot Stain ExpertMay 15, 2025

loved the color, sprayed on well, very happy with

Would Recommend

loved the color, sprayed on well, very happy with the price and look

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Very rich looking

Would Recommend

Product covers old stain well very water resistant but a little slippery when wet, be careful. Overall a beautiful color.

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