Cabot's Deck & Exterior Stain Water Based

Cabot’s Water Based Deck & Exterior Stain is a highly durable decking stain that lasts twice as long as traditional decking stains. It is ideal for changing the look and rejuvenating all exterior timber and decks. Its advanced dual technology allows natural oils to penetrate and nourish the timber, creating a durable acrylic barrier for extra protection for your deck coating. Additionally, it comes in a wide variety of deck stain colours.

Areas
  • Exterior timber projects
  • Decks
  • Pergolas
  • Fences
  • Gates weatherboard

Garden furniture

Sizes
  • 250mL
  • 1L
  • 4L
  • 10L
Application
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Brush
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Touch Dry
1 hour
Recoat
2 hours
Coverage

12 m2/L

Cleaning
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Water

1
Prep New Timber
  • Scrub damp timber with Cabot’s New Timber Prep, following the label instructions.
  • This draws out tannins and oils, so you can skip the 4–6 week weathering period.
2
Clean
  • After using New Timber Prep, wash the surface with Cabot’s Deck Clean, following the label instructions.
3
Remove Excess Water
  • Use the squeegee on Cabot’s Deck Prep brush to remove any excess water from the surface.
4
Dry
  • Allow the timber to dry for at least 1 hour before coating.
  • Note: Cooler conditions may slow down drying time.

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Strip & Clean
  • Remove the finish back to bare timber using a paint stripper or by sanding.
  • For exterior surfaces, clean with Cabot’s Deck Clean, following the label instructions.

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Clean Exterior Surfaces
  • Wash with Cabot’s Deck Clean, following the label instructions.
2
Test Readiness
  • Sprinkle water on the timber:
    • If water beads: Repeat Deck Clean application.
    • If water absorbs: The surface is ready for coating.
3
For a More Transparent Look
  • Sand timber back to bare wood, then clean again with Cabot’s Deck Clean before coating.

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Sand the Timber
  • For best results, sand timber back to a fresh substrate.
2
Clean
  • Clean with Cabot’s Deck Clean, following the label instructions.

How to stain your deck

Apply with Brush, Decking Applicator.

1
Stir
  • Stir thoroughly with a broad, flat paddle before and during use.
2
Apply
  • Apply along the length of the board, including exposed edges and end grain.
  • The initial milky color helps ensure even coverage and will dry to a semi-transparent finish.
3
Second Coat
  • Allow the first coat to dry for 2 hours, then apply a second coat using the same method.

Every 12 months check your coated timber for changes in colour or water repellency diminishes due to weathering.

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Use Cabot’s Everyday Deck Wash to refresh exterior timber decking and help remove dirt, dust and bird droppings for everyday use.
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Clean

Clean the surfaces with Deck Clean as per label instructions.

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Coat

Recoat with 1-2 coats of Deck & Exterior Stain Water Based.

Cabot's Deck & Exterior Stain Water Based

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Semi-transparent, pigmented look that changes the colour of timber. Matt to Low Sheen finish. Base colours below are available instore to purchase. From these colour bases, you can tint to 100’s of colours.
Beach House Grey

Colour - Beach House Grey

Timber type - Treated Pine

October Brown

Colour - October Brown

Timber type - Treated Pine

New Jarrah

Colour - New Jarrah

Timber type - Treated Pine

Merbau

Colour - Merbau

Timber type - Treated Pine

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COATS
All colours displayed on this page show 2 coats on treated pine timber.
Colour Accuracy: Due to image limitations, colours are a general guide only and do not represent the actual colour. Please test your colour selection at home on a timber cutoff of the same timber you will be coating before coating your timber.
Cabot's Deck & Exterior Stain Water Based
Stock levels and product variants may vary across retailer websites due to ongoing inventory changes. Please review the retailer’s product page carefully before completing your purchase.
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If you are unsure how much product you need, please use our product calculator. Please note minimum length/width is 1 metre and maximum is 50 metres.

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