Category 3 is the semi solid finish category.
Storm stain clear deck finish.
Explore exterior wood staining projects beyond just refinishing your deck.
This premium formula is the ideal clear finish designed to protect the beauty and longevity of wood finishes derived from category 2 3 products and can also be used as a maintenance coat to refresh the look after surfaces weather.
This stain is the closest to a clear sealer.
A moderate level of uv protection comes from additional pigmentation.
This 100 acrylic latex clear topcoat can be used alone or in conjunction with category 2 3 storm system stains.
This will allow the stain to stay true to color with very little shine.
This premium formula is the ideal clear finish designed to protect the beauty and longevity of wood finishes derived from category 2 3 products and can also be used as a maintenance coat to refresh the look after surfaces weather.
View the storm cat3 semi solid and storm cat3 high build color cards for more information.
This will make the stain somewhat darker and give a moderate shine.
The best stains should last three to five years on a deck and even longer if applied to siding or fences which don t get as much abuse.
With more pigment comes light uv protection.
The stain will appear darker and will have pretty much shine.
The glossier the finish the more protected the wood.
Deck or fence sealers are usually a clear transparent finish that coats the outside surface of the wood.
It contains just a hint of color and imparts only a slight hue to the wood so it won t change the overall look of the deck.
This water based stain from defy extreme is designed to provide an environmentally friendly solution that goes on clear and protects your deck from every outdoor element under the sun including the sun itself.
The primary function of a sealer is to repel moisture.
Being water based you can apply a new coat over top of previous oil based stains that might still be on the deck simplifying the process.
They provide a hint of color while still permitting the texture and wood grain to show through.
This 100 acrylic latex clear topcoat can be used alone or in conjunction with category 2 3 storm system stains.
These can be purchased separately and come in the following.
However water is not the only threat to your wood.
Download technical documents for storm system products.
View the storm cat2 color card for more information.
The sun and water beat down on a deck snow can pile up.
Category 2 features toners and semi transparent finishes.
100 acrylic topcoat resists mildew cracking.
Find the exterior wood stain with the look and level of protection you want.