Woodluxe Exterior Stains by Benjamin Moore

Benjamin Moore Woodluxe Stain Products

Benjamin Moore’s Woodluxe collection offers premium exterior stains designed to protect and enhance all types of wood. Whether it’s for new, aged or damaged surfaces, we have the perfect solution for your project. Explore our products and find the perfect stain for your wood.

Woodluxe Stain Types

How to Choose the Ideal Dye?

By wood type and product suggestions

New or young wood

Hardwood species (mahogany, teak, ipe)
  • Suggestion: Woodluxe Water-Based Exterior Stain 3.79L
  • Finish: Translucent to reveal the natural beauty of the wood

Softwood species (pine, cedar)
  • Suggestion: Woodluxe Water-Based Exterior Stain 3.79L
  • Finish: Translucent or semi-transparent for a natural look

Wood a little old

Hardwood species (mahogany, teak, ipe)
  • Suggestion: Woodluxe Oil-Based Exterior Stain 3.79L
  • Finish: Semi-transparent for long-lasting protection while preserving the wood grain
Softwood species (pine, cedar)
  • Suggestion: Woodluxe Oil-Based Exterior Stain 3.79L
  • Finish: Semi-opaque for added protection with a slight colored tint

Old Wood and Damaged Wood

All Wood Species
  • Suggestion: Woodluxe Water-Based Stain for Decks and Siding Opaque 3.79L
  • Finish: Opaque to hide imperfections and provide maximum protection

How to Choose the Ideal Dye?

By Project Type and Product Suggestions

Vertical Surfaces

Facings, fences

Suggestion : Woodluxe Water-Based Exterior Stain 3.79L

Finish : Semi-transparent or semi-opaque for good protection and a beautiful appearance

Horizontal Surfaces

Balcony, terrace, garden furniture

Suggestion : Woodluxe Oil-Based Exterior Stain 3.79L

Finish : Semi-opaque or opaque for optimum durability and protection

Comparison of Dyes

Water-based stain or Oil-based stain

Characteristic Water based stain Oil based stain
Application and refreshment Easy with less preparation Single coat application reduces rework marks
Drying time Quick, clean with soapy water Longer
Wood Penetration Reduced film thickness to minimize the risk of cracking and peeling Penetrating oils that enhance wood grain creating a classic oil finish
UV resistance Excellent, minimizes the risk of cracking and peeling with translucent, semi-transparent and semi-opaque finishes Very good
Ease of application Very easy, cleaning with soapy water Easy, solvent cleaning
Final appearance Achieve a beautiful, even finish that hides imperfections with the Opaque Finish or Extra Matte Opaque Finish Rich and natural appearance
Sustainability High Very high, thanks to the exclusive resin combining alkyd and linseed oil
Ideal for New or young wood, vertical surfaces Older wood, horizontal surfaces

Why Choose Woodluxe?

Superior protection

Our dyes are resistant to weather, UV rays and mold.

Ease of application

A smooth and even application, ideal for all levels.

Wide variety of colors

Find the perfect shade from our wide range of colors to match every style and taste.

Degree of opacity and choice of finish

Translucent Finish

Facings, fences

Formulas: Water and oil based

Best for: New or young woods, especially hardwoods like mahogany, teak and ipe

Effect: Allows the natural beauty of the wood to fully shine through

Available colors: 7 ready-to-apply colors

Semi-Transparent Finish

Formulas: Water and oil based

Best for: Slightly older woods that need a new coat of stain, especially softwoods like cedar and pine

Effect: Allows a good part of the veins and grain of the wood to show through

Available colors: 75 colors

Semi-Opaque Finish

Formulas: Water and oil based

Ideal for: Old decks or wood that needs light touch-ups

Effect: Allows the wood grain and some of its veins to show through

Available colors: 75 colors

Opaque finish

Formulas: Water based only

Ideal for: Weathered wood and projects requiring a complete color change

Effect: Hides imperfections and provides maximum protection

Available Colors: Over 3,500 Benjamin Moore Colors

Woodluxe Exterior Stains by Benjamin Moore

Explore our Woodluxe range and choose the perfect stain for your project. Protect and beautify your wood with Benjamin Moore.

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