We've tested and reviewed products since 1936. Read CR's review of the Flood TWF-SEMI Semi-Transparent Wood Stain wood stain to find out if it's worth it.

Semi-transparent oil stains work best. They soak into the rough fiber and protect the wood from weathering, but they don’t form a surface film and therefore won't peel.

We've tested and reviewed products since 1936. Read CR's review of the Cabot Express Deck Wood Stain Semi-Transparent wood stain to find out if it's worth it.