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Matt HSouth East Queensland, QLD
Darkest possible colour is poo brown
Applied the Deck & Exterior Stain "ebony" colour to a picnic table. Product is very thin & goes on easily. But ebony which is supposed to be the darkest colour in the range (very dark brown-black in the brochure & Bunnings display) appeared poo brown after 1st coat. So I got Bunnings to make a new tin thinking they messed up the first time. No improvement to the colour after 2nd coat. Product was stirred thoroughly. Have had good results from other Cabots products but not this one.
Purchased in May 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse for A$65.00.
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Bernice ChildsSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 2 reviews
I wish I'd read these reviews first
Bought from Bunnings 3 days before I used it. Repainting the timber deck just covering usual wear and tear. After 4 days, still tacky. Can't do second coat. Not happy.
Purchased in March 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse for A$90.00.
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Vivk P.Greater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
Poor product
Almost transparent stain that requires numerous coats to hide blemishes in the wood. Poor absorption that leaves a rubbery coating on the surface that can be rubbed off easily. I doubt it will last long on my outdoor furniture.
Purchased in March 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse for A$75.00.
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Mark G.Sydney Surrounds, NSW
Awful product, does not go over LOSP treated pine deck
63sq mtr treated pine deck weather for a long time, deck clean prior to staining merbau with ebony. Took ages to dry, remained sticky for ages also looks dirty all the time.
Strange how cabots only replies to certain inquiries?
Purchased in January 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse for A$360.00.
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Leah P.Cabot's
Hi Mark,
Thanks for taking the time to reach out to us. A sticky/tacky deck has a lot to do with the weather and the moisture content in the air. ... Read more
When the humidity is above 50% the coating can have difficulty in being able to dry properly, but normally this should rectify itself when exposed to goo weather. To help keep the decking clean, we recommend the use of the Deck Wash, which is a non abrasive cleaner that is designed to go hand in hand with out coatings keeping the coating looking fresh. However, we would really like to discuss this further with you. I have raised a ticket on your behalf. Could you please call us on 1800 011 006 and quote your ticket number "301505" to the Technical Consultant. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm AEST. Thanks, Team Cabot'sSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
PhilipSydney, NSW
Sudsy consistency when applied
Am presently replacing decking boards with new treated pine boards. Staining boards prior to fixing in order to get a better result, if possible, with New Jarrah. Note that this new can of stain although looks alright in the tin is very sudsy in fhe aint tray and therefore going on the boards in a very bubbly manner. However after two coats it seems to be ok and colour quite normal. Could it be that the mini roller that I am using causes the sudsiness?
Also, after well and truly dried the stain has a very matt finish and gets dirty very quickly. Is it always recommended to top coat with Aquadeck in addition?
Cheers,
Philip.
Purchased in February 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse for A$99.00.
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Leah P.Cabot's
Hi Phil,
The roller most definitely could be contributing to the foaminess/sudsiness in the coating. ... Read more
We recommend applying the Deck and Exterior Stain with either a good quality brush, or a lambs wool applicator. We also recommend giving the can a good stir and not shaking the can to incorporate the contents. This is to minimise introducing any bubbles into the coating. If you find that there is a lot of bubbles in the coating itself, let the bubbles subside before applying the coating - as this could also be a reason as to why the coating is foaming when applying. The Deck and Exterior Stain will give you a matt finish, we don't recommend applying an oil over the top at this time, as it may not dry properly as an oil does need to penetrate the timber and the coating of the Deck and Exterior Stain that is already on the timber will prevent this. To keep the deck clean and looking fresh in between coats, we recommend cleaning the timber down with our Deck Wash. https://cabots.com.au/product/cabots-deck-wash This product is a non abrasive cleaner - designed to go hand in hand with our timber coatings. We only suggest not to clean the timber if the coating is less than 2 weeks old - this is just so the coating can fully cure first. If you would like to discuss this further, please give us a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm AEST. Cheers - Team Cabot'sSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Terrible product
So very unhappy with the end result of this product. It definitely is not a stain...we applied two coats and it just looks like our beautiful deck has been painted and every bit of grain has vanished. The paint took days to dry and was sticky underfoot. Our deck covers a large entertainment area and it is now impossible to keep clean....every footmark shows whether you're wearing shoes or barefoot the result is the same....feet marks wherever your feet have been. I wouldn't advise anyone to use this product.
Purchased in November 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse for A$350.00.
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Leah P.Cabot's
Hi Carol,
We're terribly sorry to hear that you've not had a great experience with the Deck and Exterior Stain. I am hoping that the tackiness has now subsided - generally this is due to moisture tr... Read more
apped within the coating which is causing it not to dry and cure normally than what it should. Generally experiencing high humidity or rain not long after coating will contribute to this. After 7 days the coating should have dried down and the decking no longer tacky.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
ReeneyHobart, TAS
- 2 reviews
Excellent product
We used Cabots New Jarrah deck and exterior stain on our tired old treated pine deck and hand rails. All I can say is wow, was a bit hesitant to use it when I read some negative reviews, but all I can say is this product is fantastic. It has brought our horrible old deck back to life and looks absolutely amazing. It actually looks like all new Jarrah decking, so warm and vibrant. Can’t recommend this product enough and will be using it again on another deck we have. Really don’t understand the negative reviews as this product has worked beyond our ecxpectations.
Purchased in January 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse for A$230.00.
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Leah P.Cabot's
Hi Reeney,
Thanks so much for your review - we are so happy to hear that the Deck and Exterior Stain has rejuvenated and your old tired decking and hand rails! ... Read more
Hoping you can enjoy a few more warm days on your beautiful looking decking before the colder weather settles in! If you need any advice on an up-coming project, give our Help & Advice team a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm AEST Cheers - Team Cabot'sSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Disgusting Paint
Brown paint would look the same as this so called "deck stain". After hours spent attempting to sand this "deck stain" off my deck, a painter I know, suggested I use paint stripper to get it off. I made a complaint to Cabot's and they were unresponsive.
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Leah P.Cabot's
Hi Krystal,
Thanks for your review - we are disappointed that you're not happy with the results of the Deck and Exterior Stain. ... Read more
I have created a ticket for you, so we can discuss this in detail with you. If you could please give us a call on 1800 011 006 and quote your ticket number "272089" Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm AEST. Look forward to hearing from you. Team Cabot'sSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
NataliaSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 7 reviews
- Deck & Exterior Stain Oil Based
- Verified purchase
Looks like cheap paint, not stain!!!
I selected a nice dark brown coloured stain from the sample at Bunnings, and it turned out looking like orange paint instead. It completely hides the grain of the timber. I called the helpline and was told that I must not have mixed it properly. I mixed it very thoroughly, and had another go on a scrap piece of timber.... and no difference. Its an awful product and has destroyed the look of our deck. We are now sanding it all off and starting again with Feast Watson stain. Im never touching Cabots products again!
Purchased in October 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse for A$89.00.
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ShaunCentral Highlands and Goldfields, VIC
Looks like paint and not a stain, not as shown on colour guide.
Applied Deck & Exterior Stain to a pine floor Beach House Grey tinted to make Hunter Grey. Applied 2 coats assumed the colour would look similar to swatch giving a wood stained appearance.
Applied first coat painted appeared dry was a warm day second coat applied 2.5 h later left over night 8 + hours put furniture on instant black scuffs from a soft item.
This product has a paint appearance and and appears to have not stained the pine as we expected from a stain and it's why we went stain not paint.
Disappointed we will soon have to sand and re do the floors to get the desired effect as this product came on thick and heavy in colour even with a thin coat as per instructions with a deck applicator.
Purchased in October 2021 for A$100.00.
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Leah P.Cabot's
Hi Shaun,
Sorry to hear that you're not happy with the final finish of the Deck and Exterior Stain. ... Read more
While the coating may look dry, the coating has not fully hardened or cured yet. This can take 7 days for the coating to full cure and harden, which is why we do recommend waiting at least 7 days before replacing any furniture. As you may experience marks in the coating, or indents from the furniture. However, we would like to discuss this further with you. If you could please give us a call on 1800 011 006 - we would like to discuss your options with you and try and rectify the issue. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm AEST. Thank you - Team Cabot'sSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
kathyCentral Highlands and Goldfields, VIC
- 36 reviews
- 5 likes
My retaining wall
I just nearly finished my retaining wall with cabot stain and varnish in a maple colour came up great used a 4litre,only problem was it had a white silicone on bottom of tin,used the paint stirred to mix it well but it does look awesome need more to finish have photos of the end result I'm happy
Purchased in July 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse for A$145.00.
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Hi Kathy,
Thanks for taking the time to review our product. ... Read more
It's great that you're happy with the result. Sometimes you can find there is a little settlement at the bottom of the tin - but once mixed through it'll come together well! Looking forward to seeing photo's once it is all done! If you have any questions about this project, or need any advice on an up-coming project, give our Help & Advice team a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm AEST All the best with it! Team Cabot'sIt looks great went on smooth
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Jon TWSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 7 reviews
Applied then removed as we didn't like the finish.
This is how i prepared my deck (just under 80m2):
1) Removed everything / furniture
2) Cleaned it quickly with a jet washer
3) Sanded (once with 80grit (3 sheets) the twice with 120grit (3 more sheets) using a self levelling floor sander from Bunnings) and edger with petrol blower to get rid of excess dust every now and then
4) Cleaned using instageain reviva with a very hard brush, scrub being about tee grain
5) Used wood filler (cabots colour matched) as required, sanded wood filler back (120 grit),
6) Washed around wood filler (reviva...Read more
Purchased in October 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse.
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Leah P.Cabot's
Hi Jon,
Thank you so much for your very detailed review. We would love to discuss this further with you.
If you could please contact our Help and Advice Team on 1800 011 006 and quote your ticket reference number 214965 to us. ... Read more
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happybobMid North Coast, NSW
- 8 reviews
- 2 likes
Terrible product
I just had a treated pine deck installed and went to Bunnings to buy the deck stain. I purchased a 4 Lt Cabot's Deck & Exterior Stain Water Based tinted to classic walnut. I left it to my builder and his offsider to apply it while I was away. I phoned him the next day to ask if more stain was needed, well he wasn't impressed at all with the product, it was nasty to apply by roller so they had to hand brush it. It went on unevenly, bubbling on setting, strange faint areas and it's not a stain in anyway, it's a paint that blocks the grain of the ...Read more
timber. I got home 3 days later and the paint was still sticky underfoot, I read it can take a week for that to stop. If I could give it a negative star I would. I wouldn't recommend this product to anyone for any reason. At $100 for 4 Lt it isn't cheap and the promised 12 sm per litre is crap also my builder got maybe 7 sm at best. I purchased Cabot because I'd used their paint without problems but not one.Purchased in February 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse for A$100.00.
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Hi, 4 days have passed so put my 2 deck chairs and table on the deck, I sat and read my book, when I got up the rubber feet on my chair had stuck to the so called stain and had to peal them off. It is... Read more
so tender the moving of the table tore the surface and will require a 4th coat to repair it. How did this product get on the market?Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Richard J.Far North Queensland, QLD
Be mindful _ Cabot's deck & Exterior Paint is unstable when it comes into contact with household bleach.
I believe the product, Deck & Exterior Paint Should come with a message warning consumers that the paint is unstable when it comes into contact with bleach. Whilst cleaning the handrails some bleach came into contact with the Cabot's painted deck. I now have a two-tone deck. I live in North Queensland and I have been cleaning mould from paint for many years and never encountered problems with paint breaking down when in contact with bleach. I am disappointed with the feedback and the general lack of resolution I received upon contacting the help desk.
Purchased in January 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse.
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Questions & Answers
John Casked
Which Cabot’s paving paint is suitable for painting compressed concrete decking
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Leah P.Cabot's
Hi John,
Unfortunately we do not have a recommended coating system for compressed concrete decking.
I suggest to reach out to the manufacturer of the product and see their recommended coating system.
If you would like to discuss this further, or need any advice on an up-coming project, give our Help & Advice team a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm AEST.
Thanks - Team Cabot's
Veeasked
Hi I have a deck that’s been painted with a oil base it takes to long to dry . It needs painted again so is it ok to use a water base this time as it won’t take as long to dry.
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Leah P.Cabot's
Hi Vee,
You certainly can move on to use a water based coating if you wish. Just follow the preparation steps below;
Clean with Cabot's Deck Clean following label instructions, then allow timber to fully dry.
Test if the surface is ready for coating by sprinkling water on the timber. It the water beads on the surface, repeat the application of Cabot's Deck Clean - or allow the timber to be weather for a little longer.
If water is absorbed into timber, it is ready for coating. For a more transparent look, sand timber back to bare then clean with Cabot's Deck Clean before coating.
If you have any other questions, give us a call on 1800 011 006. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm AEST.
Cheers - Team Cabot's
Visasked
Hi, I have used Cabots deck stain water based for my weathered timber deck. 2 coats applied under good weather conditions. Would like to know how soon can I walk on it and how long would it generally have a tackiness. Thanks
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Leah P.Cabot's
Hi Vis,
Thanks for your question.
The Water based Deck and Exterior Stain can be walked on a minimum of 8 hours after the final coat.
However, taking the cooler weather into consideration - you may want to add a few extra hours on to this as our quoted dry times are based on temperatures of 25 degrees with 50% humidity.
The decking can retain some tackiness, and this can be common when the weather is particularly cooler or water - when moisture gets trapped in between the coating, this is when the coating can retain some tackiness.
Generally though, after about 7 days when the coating is fully cured, the moisture will evaporate and the tackiness should go away.
If you are finding that the coating is still tacky after 7 days or if you have any other questions, please give us a call on 1800 011 006 so we can discuss this further with you.
Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm AEST.
Cheers - Team Cabot's.
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Leah P.Cabot's
Hi Vivk,
Thanks for your review. We are sorry to hear that you are unhappy with the Deck and Exterior Stain. ... Read more
We would like to discuss this further with you, and ask a few more questions to try and help you resolve this issue. Could you please give us a call on 1800 011 006, and quote your ticket number "307807" to the Technical Consultant who answers your call. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm AEST. Thanks, Team Cabot's