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Ready Seal Goof Proof Semi-Transparent Flat Burnt Hickory Oil-Based Penetrating Wood Stain/Sealer 5

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One-step penetrating stain and sealer that goes on evenly without lap marks, protecting outdoor wood from UV fade.
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About Product Overview

Ready Seal's Burnt Hickory stain is built for outdoor wood that takes a beating from sun and weather — decks, fences, siding, and other exposed surfaces that need color and protection in one step. It's an oil-based, penetrating formula with a built-in sealer, so you're not stain today and sealer tomorrow. The semi-transparent finish lets the wood grain show through while laying down a flat, even color.

This is the Goof Proof line, meaning it's formulated to go on evenly without the lap marks and blotching that trip up DIY stain jobs. A 5-gallon container covers up to 625 square feet, and it's flexible enough to apply with a brush, roller, paint pad, or sprayer depending on the job. Made in the USA.

  • Oil-based penetrating wood stain with built-in sealer
  • Semi-transparent Burnt Hickory color, flat sheen
  • Covers up to 625 sq. ft. per 5-gallon container
  • UV resistant for longer-lasting outdoor color
  • Apply by brush, roller, paint pad, or sprayer
  • Not tintable; for outdoor use only

The Details Specifications

Brand Ready Seal
UPC 816078005454
Case Pack Quantity 1 per case
Retail Unit Quantity 1
Dimensions (L × W × H) 13 × 13 × 14
Weight 38 lbs
Country of Origin USA
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