Questions and Answers for BEHR PREMIUM 1 gal. #ST-533 Cedar Naturaltone Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer

A:  Hi Kathy, thank you for your question. For 1,000 sq. ft., you'll need 6 gallons to apply two coats of the Semi-Transparent Wood Stain and Sealer. Good luck with your project! -Giovanna

A:  Hi Paul, thank you for your question. The wood will need to dry completely which will typically take 1-2 days depending on your weather. Have a great day! -Giovanna

A:  Hi Cindy, thank you for your question. Yes, it's best to apply our Premium Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Exterior Wood Stain when humidity is less than 50%, as higher humidity can extend the dry time. Also, surface and air temperature should be between 40-90F during application and at least 24 hours after being applied. Have a great day! - Randy

A:  Hi Bulldog, thank you for your question. The Premium Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Stain and Sealer is water-based. Have a great day! - Randy

A:  Hi Linda, thank you for your question. We do not recommend using our exterior wood stain for your interior floors. Instead, you can use our Interior Wood Stains. Have a great day! -Giovanna

A:  Hi Watters, thank you for your question. Yes, our Semi-Transparent Wood Stain is available in quarts. See your local store for availability. Have a great day! -Giovanna

A:  Hi Wayne, thank you for your question. Less than 10% moisture is ideal for the application of our Solid Stain, and greater than 20% could impact the performance and lifespan of the coating. Have a great day! -Lina

A:  Hi Dang, thank you for reaching out. I'm sorry to hear your Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Stain & Sealer is tacky after two weeks. Typically, the tackiness will subside on its own with time and usage. However, you can speed up that process by cleaning the surface with soap and water to remove the tackiness. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we appreciate your feedback. Please reach out to us directly if you need further assistance; our Customer Care team is happy to help! -Lina

A:  Hi Holmes, thank you for your question. I'm sorry to hear about the unexpected rain and white substance on your deck. Yes, I recommend cleaning it with the All-In-One Wood Cleaner, allowing it to dry, and applying another coat for color uniformity. Please reach out to us directly if you need further assistance. Our Customer Care team is happy to help! -Giovanna

A:  Hi Papa, thank you for your question. The Semi-Transparent Stain needs to be applied to bare wood. You'll need to remove the paint from the boards that are painted to use the stain. You can however, use a Solid Wood Stain over painted and bare boards. Have a great day! -Giovanna