Top 10 Exterior Stain For Cedar Sidings (April 2024)

Ready Seal 512 5-Gallon Pail Natural Cedar Exterior Stain and – ⭐ Best Overall Exterior Stain For Cedar Siding

512 by Ready Seal

Requires no primer. Ready Seal is darkest when first applied. It reaches its true color in approximately 14 days. Do not apply Ready Seal over painted or newly stained surfaces. Sealed surfaces inhibit penetration.
May be applied using sprayer, roller or brush onto the woods surface.
Requires no back brushing and will nerver leave runs, laps, or streaks.
Requires no wet-line application, the product will blend itself and can be applied in any temperature range for proper application.
Requires no diluting or thinning prior to spray applications.
Subject to or will include a PaintCare recycling fee in the following states: CT, or VT. Not available in CA.
Easy maintenance - no sanding or stripping required for re-application
"Goof Proof" application
No laps, runs or streaks
No back brushing
Apply in any temperature
Subject to or will include a PaintCare recycling fee in the following states: CA, OR, CT, VT

140.0019202.007 by Cabot

300158 by DEFY

WATER-BASED SEMI-TRANSPARENT WOOD STAIN – This environmentally friendly, water based deck stain allows the wood grain to show through with a beautiful semi-transparent, natural matte finish. It's great for staining wood decks, fences, siding, playsets, outdoor patio furniture, and more.
FORTIFIED WITH ZINC NANO-PARTICLE TECHNOLOGY– It’s like sunscreen for your wood. Tiny zinc particles dispersed throughout the stain reflect damaging UV rays, preventing premature graying and color loss.
EXTREMELY DURABLE, QUALITY THAT LASTS – DEFY Extreme wood stains are made with the highest quality resins available that have better resistance to fading and darkening. The result is a quality semi-transparent deck stain that typically lasts a season or two longer than competitive products. Keep your deck, fence or siding looking great for longer by using DEFY premium wood stains.
EASY TO MAINTAIN – When it’s time to do a maintenance coat, there’s no need to sand or strip the surface again. Simply brighten the wood with DEFY Wood Brightener and apply a single maintenance coat of DEFY Extreme Wood Stain.
250 VOC COMPLIANT - Ships to all states except California. California residents can purchase DEFY Extreme 40, which is VOC Compliant in California.

140.0017417.007 by Cabot

140.0016316.007 by Cabot

140.0000316.007 by Cabot

L832111 by Kilz

Color: Cedar
Weight: 9.3 pounds
Dimensions: 6.6 x 6.6 x 7.7 inches
Warranty: Three years for decks, five years for fences & siding (preparation required; see product package for details)

A good exterior wood stain offers long-lasting protection, waterproofing and a mildew-resistant finish that maintains the integrity and beauty of wood in variable outdoor conditions
Our 100% Acrylic formula protects wood from rain, snow and sun damage. This stain is warrantied up to 3 years on decks and up to 5 years on fences and siding (see label for details).
Use on properly prepared new to moderately weathered and unsealed exterior wood surfaces (0-10 years exposure) including decks, shingles, wood patio furniture, railings, siding, shakes and fences.
This semi-transparent stain provides a mildew-resistant finish and UV protection. Coverage of up to 250 square feet For the first coat and up to 500 square feet For the second coat.
This is a 1-Gallon can of KILZ exterior waterproofing, semi-transparent wood stain in Cedar.
For failing coatings or to remove loose wood fibers, use a product such as KILZ Wood Stain & Finish Stripper followed by a product such as KILZ Wood Cleaner & Brightener to neutralize the wood.
For best results thoroughly shake or stir the paint before use and allow the area to dry at least 24 hours before coating. Lightly sand to remove remaining wood fibers/fuzz. Apply with a pad applicator, nylon/polyester brush, or high quality pump sprayer.
KILZ has been making premium primers and paints for 40 years. KILZ was named Paint Brand of the Year in 2015 in the Harris Poll EquiTrend Rankings.

SIK21077 by Sikkens

10211 by Kilz

A good exterior paint offers coverage and protection against the elements, while adding beauty to outdoor structures. This is an all purpose exterior paint resists cracking, peeling and blistering.
This paint features a unique water/oil base formula for exceptional adhesion, versatility, and longevity in varied conditions.
Use on vertical exterior wood surfaces as well as masonry, stucco, and sanded glossy surfaces. Remove mildew, peeling paint, mill glaze, loose wood fibers, dirt, and debris before painting.
This paint dries to the touch in 2-3 hours. Allow 6 to 8 hours of drying prior to recoating.
This is a 1-gallon can of KILZ Exterior Siding, Fence, and Barn Paint in white. Ideal for vertical exterior surfaces.
Coverage varies by porosity from approximately 200 square feet per gallon on porous surfaces to u 500 square feet per gallon on smooth, nonporous surfaces.
Keep a wet edge and always back-brush or back-roll during all application methods. Paint can be sprayed, brushed, or roll on.
KILZ has been making premium primers and paints for 40 years. KILZ was named Paint Brand of the Year in 2015 in the Harris Poll EquiTrend Rankings.

QXC by General Finishes

General Finishes Exterior 450 Stains are premium quality, exterior pigmented wood stains designed for outdoor projects with vertical surfaces such as garage doors, entrance doors and furniture
These outdoor water-based wood stains not recommended for large horizontal surfaces such as a deck
Exterior 450 Stains contain U.V. absorbers to protect the finish and mildewcides to slow mold and mildew growth but will not prevent the wood from changing color from sunlight
Product can be brushed, rolled, or sprayed; soap and water cleanup