Features

Cabot Semi-Solid® Stains are richly pigmented, deep penetrating linseed oil-based stains that provide long lasting beauty and wood protection. These unique stains provide greater hiding power than semi-transparent stains, yet their attractive flat finish highlights the natural beauty of the wood's texture. With the extra pigmentation, Cabot Semi-Solid Stains are extremely durable and help protect wood against the sun's damaging ultraviolet rays. They are also water-repellent and, when properly applied, won't crack, peel or blister.

Coverage

On smooth surfaces, approximately 400-600 square feet per gallon; on rough surfaces, 150-250 square feet per gallon. These rates will vary depending upon the porosity of the surface.

Where to Use

Cabot Semi-Solid Stains are ideal for use on wood where hiding coverage is desired, yet penetrating wood protection is needed. They also provide an outstanding value as a one-coat finish for recoating previously semi-transparent stained surfaces. Cabot Semi-Solid Stains can be used on most types of smooth and rough exterior wood, including siding, shingles, log homes and roofs. They provide excellent results on reconditioned weathered wood and well-seasoned lumber such as cedar, fir, pine, cypress, spruce, redwood and plywood panel siding.

Preparing Your Surfaces

Proper surface preparation is the key to maximum stain performance. The durability of this product can be impaired by an unsound or poorly prepared surface. It is very important that the surface be clean of all dirt, mildew stains, loose wood fibers and other foreign matter. In order to be effective, a stain must be able to penetrate. Surfaces must be structurally sound and absolutely dry. (Moisture content must be below 15%, or wood must be exposed to dry weather a minimum of 3 to 5 days.) Previously semi-transparent stained or weathered wood surfaces must be either sanded, scrubbed with a detergent solution or Cabot Problem-Solver® Wood Cleaner and a stiff bristle brush, or power washed to remove the surface layer of all loose wood fibers, dirt, mildew stains, chalky residue and other foreign matter. Use Cabot Problem-Solver Strippers (8004 & 8005) to safely remove all stains and paints from wood surfaces. Use Cabot Problem-Solver Wood Brightener to easily remove nail and metal rust stains, and renew the wood's appearance. New smooth wood that is unseasoned or appears shiny should be allowed to weather sufficiently before staining, but generally no longer than three months.

Application

Apply evenly with a brush, roller or spray. Best results can be obtained by using a high-quality polyester bristle brush. When rolling and spraying immediately backbrush after each section is coated to ensure proper penetration. To avoid lap marks, start at one edge and follow through to the end of the boards.