Cabot's Deck & Exterior Stain Oil Based

Zoom

Cabot’s Deck & Exterior Stain is a rejuvenating oil based deck stain, that will protect and transform the colour of all exterior timber including decking and outdoor furniture. It provides durability against damaging weather, whilst highlighting your timber's natural beauty.

Areas	Exterior timber projects Decks Pergolas Fences & gates Weatherboard Garden furniture
Sizes	250ML 1Litre 5Litres 10Litres
Application	Brush Pad
Re-coat	18 hours
Coverage	10 m2/l
Cleaning	Turps

Downloads

Product Data Sheet

Safety Data Sheet

Hot tip!

Fill holes and imperfections with a suitable timber putty if required.

Prep New Timber

Scrub damp timber with Cabot’s New Timber Prep, following the label instructions.
This process draws out tannins and oils, so you can skip the 4–6 week weathering period.

Clean

After using New Timber Prep, clean the surface with Cabot’s Deck Clean, following the label instructions.

Remove Excess Water

Use the squeegee on Cabot’s Deck Prep brush to remove any excess water from the surface.

Dry

Allow the timber to dry for at least 1 hour before coating.

Clean

Wash exterior surfaces with Cabot’s Deck Clean, following the label instructions.

Test Readiness

Sprinkle water on the timber:

If water beads: Repeat the application of Deck Clean.
If water absorbs: The surface is ready for coating.

For a More Transparent Look

- Sand timber back to bare. - Clean again with Cabot’s Deck Clean before coating.

Sand

For best results, sand timber back to fresh substrate.

Clean

Clean with Cabot's Deck Clean following label instructions.

Hot tip!

Cooler conditions could slow down the drying time of the timber.

How to prep

Apply with Brush, Decking Applicator.

Stir

Stir thoroughly with a broad, flat paddle before and during use.

Apply

Apply liberally along the length of the board.
Include exposed edges and end grain using a brush or pad applicator.

Second Coat

Allow the first coat to dry, then apply a second coat using the same method.

Build Color

Continue applying additional coats until you achieve the desired depth of color.

How to stain your deck

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

Hot tip!

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

Clean

Clean the surfaces with Deck Clean as per label instructions.

Coat

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

Cabot's Deck & Exterior Stain Oil Based

Oil enriched

Dirt & mould resistant

UV protection

Water resistant

Select colour range

Select size Calculate how much product you need

Find online

Find a store

Base colours below are available instore to purchase. From these colour bases, you can tint to 100’s of colours.

COATS

All colours displayed on this page show 2 coats on treated pine timber.

Colour Accuracy: Colours and images displayed here are a guide only and may not represent the true colour due to limitations of the display. For complete satisfaction, test your Cabot's colour selection at home, on a timber offcut (preferably from the same timber you will be using).

is available at the following retailers

Buy at Bunnings

Buy at Dulux Trade

Buy at Guthrie Bowron

Buy at PlaceMakers

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.

Length (metres)*

Width (metres)*

Coats*

The number of coats is a general guide only. Actual product requirements may vary based on surface type, condition and preparation.

Your approx need

Your measurements

Amount needed

This usage calculator provides a general guide only. Actual product requirements may vary based on surface type, condition and preparation, and application method.