Choosing Opacity

Solid Stain View stain colors

Total coverage gives maximum protection.

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Semi-Solid StainView stain colors

Extra pigment adds longevity.

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Semi-Transparent StainView stain colors

Lightly pigmented for increased protection.

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Semi-Transparent Deck & Siding Stain

Wood Toned Stain and FinishesView stain colors

Soft tones for natural beauty.

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Cabot Waterproofing

To choose the right stain, you must first determine your desired balance of color and protection, which is also known as opacity.

Learn the basics of staining

Understand the proper techniques for staining tables, enhancing woods and more.

See Staining

Computer screens and printers vary in how colors are displayed, so the colors you see may not match the paint's actual color. In addition, the actual and perceived color of applied stain may be affected by factors such as wood absorption rates, application techniques, and the wood's natural color and grain tones.