SharkSkin® Translucent

Alkyd/Oil Transluscent Stain | Exterior Wood & Siding Stain

SharkSkin Translucent Stain is a Premium quality, Exterior stain that is designed for weather extremes, from sun-drenched summers to tough winters.

Its Alkyd/Oil hybrid and Trans Oxide pigmented formulation provides a deep penetrating & long-lasting decorative finish – specialized vegetable oils provide maximum penetration, the alkyd resin component delivers the ultimate in weather protection, wear resistance, toughness & durability while the Trans Oxide pigments absorb the sun’s UV rays to protect the wood and provide a translucent finish that will accentuate the natural beauty of any wood substrate.

SharkSkin Translucent Stain is a fast-drying, low-sheen product that is formulated to provide outstanding penetration, excellent water-resistance & repellency, superior dirt pick-up resistance with exceptional UV protection & durability while affording an enhanced resistance to cracking, peeling and blistering.

The unique combination of Mildewcides and Mold inhibitors in SharkSkin Translucent Stain, compared to conventional translucent stains, increases the protection against mold, mildew & algae growth on the surface of the stain.

Available in 6 factory tinted Colors, the SharkSkin Translucent stain finish adds glamour & warmth to the natural beauty of wood, allowing the grain, texture, and color variations of the wood to show through. SharkSkin Translucent Stain can be used on new or previously stained surfaces to protect and keep surfaces looking great while extending the time between repaints.

This ‘Best in Class’ product is designed for Professional Contractors and Homeowners alike, for use on properly prepared and primed exterior surfaces.

  • Features
    • Long-Term Durability

    • Mildew Resistant

    • Dirt Pick-up Resistant

    • Excellent Water Repellency – Protects Wood

    • Exceptional UV Protection – Fade Resistance

    • Penetrating Oil protects from Peeling, Blistering, Cracking

    • MPI 13, 33



  • Applications
    • Exterior Wood Decks, Patios, Stair Treads or Other Horizontal Surfaces

    • Structural Wood Components, Glulam, CLT, Trusses

    • Wood, Composite Siding & Trim

    • Fences, Deck Railings, Soffits, Trim

    • Suitable for use on Shingles & Shakes

    • Uniquely effective on Rough-sawn surfaces



  • Product Info Sheet & Technical Data Sheet
    TDS Documents


  • Product Details & Safety Data Sheets
    SKU # SHEEN SIZE BASE GLOSS LEVEL MPI # SDS
    6940301 n-a 1g cedar 13, 33 SDS
    6940305 n-a 1g cedar 13, 33 SDS
    6940311 n-a 1g maple 13, 33 SDS
    6940315 n-a 5g maple 13, 33 SDS
    6940321 n-a 1g teak 13, 33 SDS
    6940325 n-a 5g teak 13, 33 SDS
    6940331 n-a 1g arbutus 13, 33 SDS
    6940335 n-a 5g arbutus 13, 33 SDS
    6940341 n-a 1g ironwood 13, 33 SDS
    6940345 n-a 5g ironwood 13, 33 SDS
    6940351 n-a 1g weathered-fir 13, 33 SDS
    6940355 n-a 5g weathered-fir 13, 33 SDS