{"product_id":"stain-seal-experts-deck-stain-transparent","title":"Transparent Oil Stain for Cedar \u0026 Pressure-Treated Fences \u0026 Decks | EXPERT","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransparent Oil Stain for Cedar \u0026amp; Pressure-Treated Wood Fences and Decks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eProtect your wood. Let the grain shine through.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEXPERT™ Transparent Oil-Based Stain is designed for cedar, pressure-treated wood, decks, and fences where preserving the natural look is the priority. Crafted in the USA with high-grade penetrating oils and an ultra-low VOC profile, this oil-based formula enhances without hiding and protects without forming a surface film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis oil-based formula penetrates deep into the grain of cedar, pine, spruce, or pressure-treated lumber without masking its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnhances natural wood with minimal tint while providing water-repelling protection and a fresh-cut lumber appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping on 5 Gallon buckets for the Continental USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-125b78e0-7fff-48d7-75f2-c05033135aeb\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe EXPERT™ 3-Step System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/fencearmor.com\/collections\/wood-cleaner\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClean\u003c\/a\u003e - Remove dirt, mold, and old coatings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/fencearmor.com\/products\/wood-brightener-oxalic-acid\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNeutralize\u003c\/a\u003e - Restore pH and brighten wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/fencearmor.com\/collections\/wood-stain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProtect\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e - Apply EXPERT™ Transparent Oil-Based Stain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/g8_CYZt4XWg?si=oEsdtxQHaGVTaq2K\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow EXPERT™ Transparent Compares\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTrue penetrating oil (not acrylic film-forming)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUltra-low VOC and 50-state compliant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLinseed oil is free for improved jobsite safety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDesigned specifically for North American cedar and pressure-treated lumber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFades naturally instead of peeling or cracking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Our Transparent Stain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreserves the natural appearance of cedar and pressure-treated wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep-penetrating oil protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWon’t peel, crack, or form a surface film\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-low VOC and low odor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLinseed oil is free for improved jobsite safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy maintenance and recoating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for fences, decks, pergolas, docks, and siding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCedar and pressure-treated wood fences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDecks and docks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePergolas, gazebos, and gates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e Log homes and wood siding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNew wood where preserving the natural appearance is the goal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eChoose from timeless tones like:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHoney\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCedar\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRedwood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNatural\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrepare the Surface:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Clean thoroughly using a wood-safe cleaner to remove dust, mildew, or debris. For best results, follow with a wood brightener to open the grain and neutralize pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTest for Absorption:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Sprinkle water on the surface. If it beads up, the wood isn’t ready. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fencearmor.com\/collections\/wood-cleaner\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClean\u003c\/a\u003e or sand before staining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStir Well:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Mix stain thoroughly before and during application to maintain consistent color and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eApply Generously and Evenly:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Use a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fencearmor.com\/products\/7-pro-stain-brush\"\u003ebrush\u003c\/a\u003e, roller, or sprayer and work the stain into the wood. Back-brush while still wet to ensure uniform penetration and reduce blotching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWipe Excess on Horizontal Surfaces:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e On decks, caps, or railings, always wipe off excess stain to reduce drying time and prevent tackiness or footprint transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRough = Better:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Transparent stains penetrate best on slightly rough wood. Sanding to 40 grit is ideal; do not exceed 80 grit. Smooth wood makes it harder for oils to absorb deeply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoverage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eApprox. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e150–175 sq. ft. per gallon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, depending on wood roughness and porosity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e5-gallon pail covers up to 875 sq. ft.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e on typical rough-cut cedar or pine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuides and Downloads \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload this\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/8806\/9429\/files\/EXPERT_L_T_Technical_Data_Sheet.pdf?v=1770057439\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFence \u0026amp; Deck Stains Technical Data Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/8806\/9429\/files\/2022-05-02_EXP_Prod_Bro_DIGITAL_FA_FNL_LR.pdf?v=1653463833\"\u003eEXPERT Stain \u0026amp; Seal Brochure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePro Advice \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-post-pro\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--uniform\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Card 1: Has cover image --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item small--one-whole medium-up--one-third pro-blog\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/fencearmor.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-stain-a-cedar-fence-what-you-need-to-know\" class=\"article__link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/8806\/9429\/files\/How_to_Stain_a_Cedar_Fence__What_You_Need_to_Know.jpg?v=1747700266\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eHow to Stain a Cedar Fence: What You Need to Know\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Card 2: Has cover image --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item small--one-whole medium-up--one-third pro-blog\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/fencearmor.com\/blogs\/news\/15-best-ways-to-protect-a-wood-fence\" class=\"article__link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-538b15b2-7fff-368a-f6a5-4f35fec2fa75\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXcvKOCADVL_2mu2VJJVn_pY5U2wyZOBajb4x5E9y65u8Bf2vdhO3OpFrEkBICuCtbOPMw6Z40wRnyAx9Yr2A5smBdqku4VFLL6neGT9QcXNsw6Jaz-SUh9unVXGGHGuI2w3kRszQQ?key=tLviYTJ7eZthEeiFBT3lja7O\" width=\"624\" height=\"291\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e15 Best Ways to Protect a Wood Fence\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Card 3: Has cover image --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item small--one-whole medium-up--one-third pro-blog\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/fencearmor.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-maintain-a-cedar-fence-a-handy-guide\" class=\"article__link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/8806\/9429\/files\/How_to_Maintain_a_Cedar_Fence__A_Handy_Guide.jpg?v=1745901007\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eHow to Maintain a Cedar Fence: A Handy Guide\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-post-pro\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFAQ\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-post-pro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Transparent Stain right for new cedar or pressure-treated lumber?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYes. A transparent stain is ideal when preserving the natural appearance of new wood is the priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill Transparent Stain change the color of my wood?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNo. It adds minimal tint while enhancing the wood’s natural grain and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I apply this over an existing stain?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYes. Previously coated surfaces should be clean, dry, and absorbent. Film-forming finishes may require sanding or stripping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow long does Transparent Stain last?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eExpect up to 2 years on vertical surfaces and 1–2 years on horizontal surfaces, depending on exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use it on both vertical \u0026amp; horizontal surfaces?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYes. It is designed for fences, siding, decks, and other exterior wood structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is a Transparent Stain, exactly?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA transparent stain provides protection while allowing the natural grain, texture, and appearance of the wood to remain visible.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-post-pro\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--uniform\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item small--one-whole medium-up--one-third pro-blog\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"article__link\" href=\"https:\/\/fencearmor.com\/blogs\/news\/when-do-you-stain-a-new-fence\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSDS info \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/8806\/9429\/files\/EXPERT_Stain_Seal_Transparent_Oil-Based_Wood_Coating_SDS_final.pdf?v=1771617031\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Download Safety Data Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/8806\/9429\/files\/EXPERT_L_T_Technical_Data_Sheet.pdf?v=1770057439\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload our Technical Data Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEXPERT Professional Wood Care products do not and cannot guarantee to kill or eliminate organic growth, mold, mildew, algae, and other microorganisms from the use of our EXPERT 3-Step System. The EXPERT Professional Wood Care products have not been certified by the Environmental Protection Agency \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Canadian Fence Armor","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon Pail \/ Honey","offer_id":46487428399265,"sku":"101-05","price":410.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Gallon Pail \/ Cedar","offer_id":46487428432033,"sku":"102-05","price":410.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Gallon Pail \/ Redwood","offer_id":46487428464801,"sku":"103-05","price":410.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Gallon Pail \/ Natural","offer_id":46487428497569,"sku":"104-05","price":410.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon Pail \/ Honey","offer_id":46487428530337,"sku":"101-01","price":129.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon Pail \/ Cedar","offer_id":46487428563105,"sku":"102-01","price":129.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon Pail \/ Redwood","offer_id":46487428595873,"sku":"103-01","price":129.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon Pail \/ Natural","offer_id":46487428628641,"sku":"104-01","price":129.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/1686\/2113\/files\/EXPERT_Transparent_Stain.jpg?v=1780236752","url":"https:\/\/fencearmor.ca\/products\/stain-seal-experts-deck-stain-transparent","provider":"Canadian Fence Armor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}