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We stock a full line of stains and waterproof finishing products for outdoor wood surfaces – from decks to docks – guaranteed to withstand the Carolina elements. For indoor wood surfaces, choose from our selection of wood finishing products, perfect for cabinets, furniture and much more.

Explore the Premium Stains Offered by our Local Paint Store

The exterior stains offered by Magnolia Paint Company provide superior protection while simultaneously enhancing the texture of your wood surfaces. On top of that, we feature an array of quality prep products designed to prepare various wood surfaces for painting and staining projects. No matter the nature of your upcoming application, we’re sure to feature the perfect stain to suit your distinct surfaces.

Be sure to browse each of the following sections if you’re interested in exploring our current selection of premium stains. As always, you’re more than welcome to contact one of our friendly representatives with any additional questions, comments, or concerns.

 

Premium Exterior Oil Finishes

Arborcoat® Semi Solid Classic Oil Finish

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Arborcoat® Semi Solid Classic Oil Finish

A premium quality semi solid stain formulated to penetrate and protect wood, resist abrasion, and beautify wood decking, siding, fencing, shakes and furniture. Semi Solid stain uses the maximum amount of pigment without completely obscuring the grain and texture of the wood. Available in 75 Colors.

FINISHES: Flat

Arborcoat® Exterior Oil Primer

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Arborcoat® Exterior Oil Primer

A premium quality, quick drying exterior primer with excellent adhesion and blocking properties. Seals porous surfaces and provides better uniformity of the topcoat. Available in light to medium toned colors. Excellent for blocking tannins in extractive woods like redwood and cedar. Provides a uniform surface over which the finish, stain, or paint performs to best advantage.

Premium Exterior Waterborne Stains

Arborcoat® Solid Stain

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Arborcoat® Solid Stain

This premium quality product masks the grain of the wood without obscuring its texture and can be used on both decks and siding. It has been formulated to protect and beautify all types of wood decks including cedar, redwood, and pressure treated lumber. It features easy application, a highly durable matte finish, fast dry, water cleanup, and excellent color retention. It is also a great product for coating older weathered composite decks.

FINISHES: Matte

Arborcoat® Ultra Flat Solid Siding Stain

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Arborcoat® Ultra Flat Solid Siding Stain

A premium ultra-flat solid stain which masks the grain of the wood without obscuring its texture. This durable finish protects and enhances the appearance of new or previously stained smooth or rough siding, manufactured hardboard and fiber-cement siding, shakes, trim, railings, fencing, stucco and masonry. The ultra flat finish minimizes exterior imperfections while maintaining excellent color retention properties.

FINISHES: Ultra Flat

Arborcoat® Semi Solid Deck & Siding Stain

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Arborcoat® Semi Solid Deck & Siding Stain

A premium quality 100% acrylic semi-solid stain formulated to penetrate and protect wood, resist abrasion, and beautify wood decking, siding, fencing, shakes and furniture. Its colors are semi-solid, allowing some of the color and the grain pattern of the wood to show through. Arborcoat® Semi-Solid stain can be top coated with Arborcoat® Waterborne Protective Clear Coat (636) for a low lustre look.

FINISHES: Flat

Arborcoat® Semi Transparent Deck & Siding Stain

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Arborcoat® Semi Transparent Deck & Siding Stain

A premium quality waterborne alkyd/ acrylic semi-transparent stain formulated to penetrate, protect, and beautify wood siding, decks, fences or furniture. Its semi-transparent color allows the grain pattern and texture of the wood to show through. Generally, one coat of stain is sufficient on properly prepared substrates. A second coat of stain may be necessary on some surfaces to achieve desired color. Arborcoat® Semi-Transparent stain can be top coated with Arborcoat® Waterborne Protective Clear Coat (636) for a low lustre look.

FINISHES: Flat

Arborcoat® Translucent Deck & Siding Stain

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Arborcoat® Translucent Deck & Siding Stain

A premium quality translucent waterborne deck and siding stain that utilizes a blend of alkyd, acrylic and urethane resin technologies to deliver superior performance. Trans-Oxide pigments are ground into this weather tested resin package to provide ultimate sun protection, abrasion and mildew resistance. It may be used over substrates previously stained with a transparent stain in good condition. Arborcoat® Translucent stain can be top coated with Arborcoat® Waterborne Protective Clear Coat (636) for a low lustre look.

FINISHES: Flat

Arborcoat® Protective Clear Coat

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Arborcoat® Protective Clear Coat

A premium quality 100% acrylic finish coat for Benjamin Moore® Arborcoat® waterborne exterior stain systems. Use as a protective coating over (N623) Translucent and (N638) Semi-Transparent Stains on decks or other surfaces where enhanced abrasion resistance and additional protection is desired. Can also be used over (N639) Arborcoat® waterborne semi solid stain when a low lustre finish is preferred.

FINISHES: Low Lustre

Arborcoat® Exterior Waterproofer

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Arborcoat® Exterior Waterproofer

Arborcoat® Exterior Waterproofer is a water-based sealer that provides excellent protection from moisture and sun damage on exterior wood decking, siding, fencing, shingles and furniture. Arborcoat® Exterior Waterproofer is a penetrating, non-yellowing coating with silicone that fills the pores of wood surfaces and trans-oxide pigments that protect against UV damage. Arborcoat® Exterior Waterproofer may be used on properly prepared new or reconditioned wood surfaces. Ideal for protecting all types of wood from water and sun damage, as well as stains from grease, oil, dirt and mildew.

FINISHES: Flat

Exterior Stain Prep Products

Remove

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Remove

This product is designed for the removal of peeling oil or latex stain, varnish, and clear-coat wood finishes. It will also remove damaged and discolored wood fiber from all exterior wood surfaces: decking, siding, shingles and furniture. Restores wood to its natural tone and prepares the surface for recoating. After applying neutralize surface with Brightener & Neutralizer (317) following label directions.

Restore

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Restore

This product is designed to restore severely weathered wood to its natural color and prepare wood surfaces for recoating. It will quickly restore heavily grayed and weathered wood surfaces. It will quickly remove tannin bleeding, water stains, mold and mildew stains, and discolored surface fiber from all exterior wood surfaces, including decking, siding, shakes and furniture. After applying neutralize surface with Brightener & Neutralizer (317) following label directions.

Brightener & Neutralizer

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Brightener & Neutralizer

A safe brightener for exterior use on wood decking, siding, shingles and furniture. Removes tannin and rust stains. Rinses easily with water, and is safe for all coatings and treated lumber. Removes the factory “mill glaze” which can interfere with the adhesion of paints and stains to smooth planed lumber, clapboards, or siding. Effectively neutralizes pH and counteracts the darkening effect of the Benjamin Moore® Remove (315) and Restore (316) products.

Clean

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Clean

A safe maintenance cleaner for exterior use on wood decking, siding, shakes and outdoor furniture. Also recommended for concrete, stucco, vinyl, fiberglass and outdoor furniture. Removes grime, mildew stains and water stains. Ideal for removing stains from mold and mildew in a concentrated formula.

Composite Deck Cleaner

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Composite Deck Cleaner

Benjamin Moore Composite Deck Cleaner is a safe, low-VOC, biodegradable cleaner for composite and PVC decking, railings, furniture and fences. It can also be used as a general cleaner for most exterior surfaces to remove dirt, mold and mildew stains, algae, grease and oil. It is excellent for preparing decks, railings and fences for staining with ARBORCOAT® solid stain (640). (Available in 3.5-lb. containers.)