A mild Florida winter or spring season is a great time to tackle outdoor home improvement projects before the real heat sets in. Whether you want to stain a fence, protect wooden patio furniture, upgrade a shed, or refinish your porch or decking, one thing is for sure: using an exterior wood coating will ensure a long-lasting professional finish.

Today, our team at Supershade South is proud to recommend the family of Benjamin Moore Woodluxe® Exterior Stains and the differences between Woodluxe® oil and water-based formulas.

Discover Benjamin Moore Woodluxe®

Benjamin Moore’s state-of-the-art formulations make the Woodluxe® Exterior Stain + Sealer line one of the easiest to use stains on the market. It minimizes the buildup of film, offers easier recoating, and minimizes cracks and peeling stain. This allows consumers to extend the life of their outdoor wood surfaces. 

Available in 7 translucent ready-mix colors, 75 semi-transparent stain colors, 75 semi-solid stain colors, and more than 3,500 solid and ultra flat solid stain colors, you can select the Woodluxe® Exterior Stain + Sealer line in both an oil-based and water-based formula. Both formulas offer environmental protection, including for UV exposure and frost, and they are mildew-resistant.

Water-based Woodluxe® Exterior Stain is available in Translucent, Semi-Transparent, Semi-Solid, Solid, and Ultra Flat Solid opacities. You can enjoy one-coat coverage with minimal lap marks for a streamlined finish. One of the perks of this water-based stain is that you can easily clean up with soap and water.

Oil-based Woodluxe® Exterior Stain delivers superior durability and protection, perfect for projects needing extra protection and coverage. This oil-based stain lets your wood surface’s gorgeous grains stand out for a classic finish with strong penetration and durability, perfect for even the hardest woods like mahogany.

Choose the Right Stain Opacity for Your Project

Woodluxe® Exterior Stain + Sealer offers five distinct opacities, each designed to enhance your wood’s natural beauty while providing ultimate protection. The ideal opacity depends on the type of wood, its age and condition, and the overall look you wish to achieve. Let’s break down each option to help you select the best stain for your project.

Translucent Stain

Water-Based and Oil-Based Options

Translucent stain highlights the full beauty of the wood’s grain, letting its natural character shine through.

• Best for: New or well-maintained wood surfaces; hardwoods like mahogany and teak.
• Available Colors: 7 ready-mix colors
  

Semi-Transparent Stain

Water-Based and Oil-Based Options

This stain provides a subtle tint while allowing much of the wood’s grain to remain visible.

• Best for: Surfaces that are a few years old and need a refresh; softwoods like cedar and pine.
• Available Colors: 75 colors
  

Semi-Solid Stain

Water-Based and Oil-Based Options

Semi-Solid stain offers a balance between color and visibility of the wood's texture and grain.

• Best for: Surfaces in need of a new look or refresh. Ideal for softwoods.
• Available Colors: 75 colors

Solid Stain

Water-Based Only

Solid stain provides an opaque finish that hides imperfections while still allowing some texture of the wood to show through.

• Best for: Weathered wood surfaces where covering imperfections is important or where you’re looking to change the color. Works well on all wood types.
• Available Colors: Over 3,500 Benjamin Moore colors

Ultra Flat Solid Stain

Water-Based Only

Ultra Flat Solid stain delivers an opaque finish with a flat, matte appearance, offering a sleek and modern look that covers imperfections while still revealing some wood texture.

• Best for: Surfaces in need of a new color or those with noticeable imperfections. Suitable for all types of wood.
• Available Colors: Over 3,500 Benjamin Moore colors

Visit Us for Exterior Wood Stains Near Fort Lauderdale, FL

Supershade South is proud of our over 20 years of providing the Fort Lauderdale community with luxurious Hunter Douglas window treatments, and Benjamin Moore paint. Our expert team members are experienced in the needs of homeowners and professional contractors. 

We look forward to meeting you and answering any questions you might have about our products.

When you are ready to give your exterior wood surfaces the attention they deserve, please get in touch with us online, and one of our friendly staff members will reach out to you.

We are honored to serve the areas Greater Fort Lauderdale area, including Boca Raton, Hollywood, Plantation, Pompano, Lighthouse Point, Lauderdale by the Sea, and Victoria Park, Florida.