{"product_id":"cabot-stain-australian-timber-oil","title":"Cabot Stain Australian Timber Oil","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCabot Australian Timber Oil Wood Stain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabot Australian Timber Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etranslucent, oil-based wood stain\u003c\/strong\u003e for decks, siding, railings, fences and outdoor furniture. It was first made for dense Australian hardwoods such as tallowwood, cambara and merbau. This is the \u003cstrong\u003ewater-reducible #19400 series\u003c\/strong\u003e: it has \u003cstrong\u003eless than 275 g\/L VOC\u003c\/strong\u003e, and you clean up with warm soapy water. One coat is all it needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-oil blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e linseed oil for penetration, long-oil alkyds for durability and tung oil for colour depth and water repellency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTranslucent iron-oxide pigments\u003c\/strong\u003e add colour and UV protection while the grain stays visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne coat only\u003c\/strong\u003e to apply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMildew-inhibiting\u003c\/strong\u003e film, plus a simple soap-and-water clean-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady-mixed colours.\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not tint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExterior decks, siding, railings, fences and outdoor furniture, including dense hardwoods like ipe, mahogany and tallowwood, and other exterior wood. \u003cem\u003eWood only, exterior only. Not for painted or sealed surfaces, and not for hot surfaces or direct sun.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColours and Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e946 mL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural, Honey Teak, Jarrah Brown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3.78 L:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural, Amberwood, Honey Teak, Mahogany Flame, Jarrah Brown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are Cabot's factory-mixed colours, not tinted to Benjamin Moore colours. Test a hidden spot first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCabot or Penofin Hardwood?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are penetrating oils for hardwood decks. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/penofin-exotic-hardwood-stain\"\u003ePenofin Exterior Hardwood Formula\u003c\/a\u003e dries to the touch in 3–4 hours, covers 400–500 sq ft per gallon, needs a wipe-off after 20–30 minutes and cleans up with mineral spirits. Cabot needs no wipe-off, takes about 24 hours to dry and cleans up with soap and water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecs \u0026amp; Coverage\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3.78 L:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250–350 sq ft (23–33 m²) in one coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e946 mL:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 62–88 sq ft. Rough or weathered wood takes more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTranslucent oil stain (linseed, alkyd and tung oil), water reducible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVOC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 275 g\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 24 hours, depending on temperature and humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir and surface 10 °C (50 °F) or higher, and not below 10 °C for 48 hours after\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume solids\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNylon or polyester brush, stain pad or spray (back-brush)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThinning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDo not thin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean-up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm soapy water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLasts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3 years on decks, 2–4 years on siding and fences\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eApplication Guide\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePick your window.\u003c\/strong\u003e In Canada that is late spring to early fall, when air and surface stay at 10 °C or above for 48 hours. Skip direct sun, hot boards and rain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrep.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood must be clean and bone dry. Scrape loose old stain, sand the edges and scrub off dirt and mildew with Cabot Wood Cleaner. Use Wood Brightener on badly weathered wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLet it dry\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–48 hours after cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest a small area,\u003c\/strong\u003e then stir well. Blend all cans for large jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply one thin coat\u003c\/strong\u003e to 1–3 boards at a time, working the full board length to avoid lap marks. Do not over-apply. Back-brush any sprayed stain right away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDispose of rags safely.\u003c\/strong\u003e Soaked rags can catch fire, so lay them in a sealed, water-filled metal container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eHow much stain do I need for a 12 × 16 ft deck?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe deck floor is 192 sq ft. At 250–350 sq ft per 3.78 L, one can covers it with some left over. Rough wood uses more, and railings and steps are extra, so buy a second can for those.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eIs it oil-based or water-based?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's an oil-based stain made water reducible. The #19400 series has less than 275 g\/L VOC and cleans up with warm soapy water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eWhich colour should I choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stain is translucent, so the final tone depends on your wood. Test a hidden spot, or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-page\"\u003eask us\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eCan I apply it over old stain?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly over bare or weathered wood. Scrape off loose stain, sand the edges and clean the wood. Don't apply it over painted or sealed surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eWhen can I stain new pressure-treated wood?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eCabot gives no fixed wait. Sprinkle water on the boards. If it beads up, sand lightly or wait a few months until the treatment wears off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eWhat's the best weather to apply it in Canada?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDry weather with air and surface at 10 °C or above, and no drop below 10 °C for 48 hours. Avoid direct sun and hot boards. Expect about 24 hours to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eHow often do I need to recoat?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eCabot says the finish typically lasts 1–3 years on decks and 2–4 years on siding and fences. Check it each spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eHow do I clean up and handle oily rags?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eWash brushes with warm soapy water. Rags, steel wool and sanding dust soaked with this stain can catch fire, so place them in a sealed, water-filled metal container.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Cabot","offers":[{"title":"946ml \/ Natural","offer_id":40640603258935,"sku":"19400-946ml","price":48.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"946ml \/ Honey Teak","offer_id":40640603324471,"sku":"19458-946ml","price":48.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"946ml \/ Jarrah Brown","offer_id":40640603390007,"sku":"19460-946ml","price":48.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3.78L \/ Natural","offer_id":40640603422775,"sku":"19400-3.78L","price":107.67,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3.78L \/ Amberwood","offer_id":40640603455543,"sku":"19457-3.78L","price":112.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3.78L \/ Honey Teak","offer_id":40640603488311,"sku":"194583.78L","price":112.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3.78L \/ Mahogany Flame","offer_id":40640603521079,"sku":"19459-3.78L","price":112.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3.78L \/ Jarrah Brown","offer_id":40640603553847,"sku":"19460-3.78L","price":112.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0062\/5400\/2231\/files\/AusTimberOil946ml1080x1080.jpg?v=1710602034","url":"https:\/\/thepaintpeople.com\/products\/cabot-stain-australian-timber-oil","provider":"The Paint People","version":"1.0","type":"link"}