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BEHR PREMIUM® Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Wood Finish Penetrating Oil

Starting at$44.98

BEHR PREMIUM® Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Wood Finish Penetrating Oil is a penetrating oil-based stain that beautifies and protects your exterior wood surfaces. This product is available in popular exterior premix colors and can also be tinted to a range of other exterior colors. This product is ideal for both horizontal and vertical surfaces. After application, this product will resist rain after 4 hours which provides project flexibility during unsure weather conditions.

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Features you'll love

  • One-Coat Application
  • Pump Spray Friendly
  • Resists rain 4 hours after application

Finish

Creates a Semi-Transparent Finish that enhances the natural beauty of the wood.

Best For Use In

Recommended for properly prepared new to slightly weathered, unsealed exterior wood surfaces (0-5 years exposure) such as Decks, Railings, Shakes, Shingles, Siding, Fences, and Wood Patio Furniture.

Coverage

Up to 400 Sq. Ft. per Gallon depending on wood porosity.

Find step-by-step instructions in our how-to articles and videos.

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4.1
330 out of 406 (81%) reviewers recommend this product

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Review 1
Votes 0

Great product for our old deck

2 months ago
Easy and quick application, gave our old 1200sqft deck a much needed facelift, I like the penetrating oil as it’ll never peal or crack, and every few years give it a re-coat to keep it fresh looking.
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AZ
Review 1
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Skill LevelPRO

This product is absolute garbage!

3 months ago
Whatever your desired goal is after the use of this product...DO NOT pick this one!! You will be sorely disappointed!

No, I do not recommend this product.

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Milford Michigan
Review 1
Votes 0
Skill LevelDIY - Intermediate

Easy To Apply And Use

3 months ago
I used this waterproofing wood finish on a wooden outdoor mat I made and it sealed perfectly. It was easy to use and apply. I definitely recommend

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
Votes 4

Very unhappy

3 months ago
Last summer (2025), we purchased new cedar board decks and saved some of the old to re do our deck. It was a ton of work and when it came to finishing we asked Home Depot for the best recommended water proofing and stain. We bought two gallons of Behr Waterproofing. After applying on clean boards, exactly prepared as per instructions, we are not even a year out and it's peeling off. These tins are not cheap and I would first like to know how to fix this and also your warranty ?? Where do I get a refund - through Behr or Home Depot. What an absolute disappointment and a ton of work.

No, I do not recommend this product.

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Review 1
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Skill LevelDIY - Advanced

Stain works well

4 months ago
Transparent stain cedar natural stsin used on fence provides good water protection and color is holding up in In the S Fl sun.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
Votes 0

better stain than other companies

4 months ago
I have used this same stain in my backyard fence and have decided to use it again for a different project. definitely recommend
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Winner

4 months ago
Our Cedar Home looks amazing. When we first purchased it I was unsure of the blue colour but after I figured out the cost to change the colour I let in ride. Now I am happy to do some staining and painting every year. I realize with fencing, yard work and a secondary suite I will never keep up but I face the challenge every Spring.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
Votes 0

Great color, easy application, and solid protectio

4 months ago
I used BEHR DECKPLUS® Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Wood Finish Penetrating Oil on my deck and was really happy with the results. It went on smoothly, soaked into the wood well, and gave the surface a rich, natural look without hiding the grain. The finish also made the deck look refreshed and better protected against weather.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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