Best Clear Interior & Exterior Wood Finishes

Available Wood Finishes

Varnish
Best Clear Interior & Exterior Wood Finishes
Hardwearing, transparent or colored, decorative, and preservative finish that highlights and protects the wood surface below. Matte and high-gloss versions are available.

For interior or exterior use.

Stain
Satin Wood Finish
Soaks into the wood to provide a decorative and sometimes preservative finish. Darkens or colors wood. Matte to gloss, water-based and oil-based types are available.

For interior or exterior use.

Dye
Dye Wood Finish
Subtly enhances natural color or evens out shades on different pieces of wood. Dyes can be mixed to match an existing color. Gives a matte finish. Water-based and oil-based types are available.

Only for interior use only.

Wax
Wax Wood Finish
Transparent or translucent decorative finish; some types can be buffed to a high gloss. Feeds and protects the wood but will not penetrate a sealed surface. Both water-based and oil-based types are available.

For interior use only.

Oil
Oil Wood Finish
Transparent finish that nourishes and protects the wood. External surfaces lose their finish but stay protected. Buff to achieve the mid-sheen finish. Will not penetrate a sealed surface.

For interior or exterior use.

Wood Preserver
Preserver Wood Finish
Prevents rot and insect damage. Available clear or colored with a matte or semi-gloss finish. Both water-based and oil-based types are available.

For exterior use only.

Custom wood finishes also available. Contact us for more information.