Olympic 1 Gallon SC-1017 Vanilla Bean Exterior Solid Wood Protector Stain Plus Sealer in One

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Our pergola was installed a few months ago and in need of being stained. Traditionally, stain is applied after the wood has been weathered for a year, but with this stain, it allows you to either apply to new wood or weathered wood. I like that this is self-priming and that it has stain and sealant in one, cutting down on the workload. Since our pergola requires a ladder, I was also looking for a product that would not have to be applied every year or two. This solid stain protects up to 5 years on decks and 15 years on fencing and siding, so I am optimistic. Due to temperatures and rain, I have been unable to prep and stain my pergola properly, but I did a test on one of the pieces of board remaining from our project. Since our patio is in the sun nearly all day, the UV protection is a must and should help the stain last longer, thereby protecting the wood. The mildew resistant coating is also an added benefit I like since I live in the humid south and it can be easy for surfaces to mildew if not properly treated. I applied one coat and two coats on my sample board. The one coat shows quite a bit more of the grain, whereas the required two coats provides a more solid, protected surface. I found it helpful to back brush to get the stain in the dents and crevices and to leave a wet edge while working. I only did 1 board, but I used a 1" brush and the wet edge is a must to encourage uniformity. Although I only did a small sample, I am satisfied with this solid stain. It provides even coverage and I can't wait to get it applied to my pergola.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I wanted something that could help cover up my old deck and give it a new look and this Wood Protector has absolutely blown me away! Not only is it a rich red color but it is thick and goes on super easy. It made my old stain wood look newer and so much better. I'm really excited about this!