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Dark Gray Solid Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer in One ( 1-quart )

Ratings & Reviews for Cabot Dark Gray Solid Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer in One ( 1-quart )

4.5
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 4.5 out of 5
1587 Reviews


87% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

The Cabot solid exterior wood stain appears to be a high-quality product that offers good coverage and protection for outdoor surfaces. Many customers reported the stain went on smoothly, covered well in one or two coats, and provided a durable, long-lasting finish that resisted the elements. The color selection was also praised, with customers finding suitable shades. However, some issues were reported, such as receiving the wrong color or an unstained base requiring tinting, and the stain performing poorly on high-traffic areas. Overall, the stain's durability, coverage, and color options make it a popular option among many customers when used as directed.

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1587 Customer Reviews

Coverage

Would Recommend

Love the color and coverage

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It's easy to apply.

Would Recommend

It goes on easy, it is durable, and I like the color.

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Looks great when appied

Would Recommend

Easy application good coverage

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Great coverage and color

Would Not Recommend

Used this to directly cover a cedar arbor that had been previously stained. It covered like a boss in one coat. Would definitely use this again.

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Don’t use on deck

Would Not Recommend

I used this before on my deck and didn’t last. It’s good on wood you’re not going to walk on.

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Response from Cabot Stain Expert

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

Cabot Stain ExpertApril 24, 2026

WOW!

Would Recommend

Great covrage with one coat.

April 23, 2026
From Mission Brown Solid Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer in One ( Half-pint ) Verified Purchaser
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Goes on thick and dries beautifully!

Would Recommend

Goes on thick but dries beautifully !

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Highly recommend this paint

Would Recommend

This paint went on easily and covered beautifully in one coat. I used a wide brush for the entire porch and painted over an old stain. Im happy with the deep, rich chocolate brown color with a semi gloss finish.

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Great product

Would Recommend

Applies easily

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Decent product

Would Recommend

Easy enough to use, but due to the viscosity it doesn’t go very far. Be prepared to spend a little more on extra paint if you choose the solid option. BUT that’s the trade off for needing to use solid. Still in the process of painting, so can’t speak to longevity.

April 19, 2026
From Tintable Neutral Base Solid Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer in One ( 5-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
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Good coverage and last long time

The solic color stain has very good coverage. One coat is good enought even on the new lumber. I have been using this stain for last file years. The painted surface still looks very good after 3 years.

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This looks best on new wood or pressure washed

I love all of the paints and stains I have bought. The coverage is very penetrating and smooth looking.

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