April 24, 2026

DEFY Original Synthethic Log Home Stain

Featuring Synthetic Nutrient-Free Resins

A wood finish should look good and protect the surface until it is time for a maintenance coat. Products that are misapplied, or ones that have low performance, tend to darken prematurely. Oil based products tend to darken with age by collecting surface pollutants, and often promote mold and mildew growth. Many products may look good for a time, but will eventually peel because of trapped moisture. Products that serve as coatings are the most difficult to maintain because they often need to be chemically stripped and pressure washed before reapplication.

DEFY Original Synthetic Log Home Stain is available in a variety of natural wood tones. Make sure that you have enough material on hand before beginning your job. Figure coverage rates at 100 square feet per gallon and order a little extra; don’t forget to figure the underneath side of second story decks.

Keep Wood Refreshed

Since DEFY Original Synthetic Log Home Stain is a breathable water repellent finish, it allows wood to expand and contract naturally without peeling. Rain water and ultraviolet rays from the sun often rob wood of its natural strength and beauty. These wet and dry cycles cause wood to unnecessarily expand and contract which leads to warping, swelling and checking over time. Ultraviolet rays ultimately break down wood cells causing them to turn gray and succumb to water penetration and decay. Fortunately, this deterioration can be prevented through proper wood care and maintenance.

Defy the Elements

In the mid eighties, SaverSystems water repellents became the number one choice for protecting masonry chimneys from leaks and water damage. Then water based siloxane water repellents for above grade concrete and masonry were developed. As demand for these products grew a high performance water based wood finish was needed. DEFY created the Original Synthethic Water Repellent for the purpose of protecting decks, log homes, fences, and a variety of exterior wood applications. These are high quality, high performance water based products. Having sold millions of gallons you can rest assured this is water repellent protection that won’t leave you all wet! The employees at Saversystems want to help protect your investment by empowering your wood and concrete surfaces to repel the elements around them. Why not limit your frustration and take advantage of this unique Saver System.

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DEFY Original Synthetic Log Home Stain is a unique water-based product designed to strategically protect wood without causing environmental damage. While the mainstay of wood finishes are formulated with natural oils, such as linseed or soya the nutrient-free resins in DEFY give it superior mold and mildew resistance without using excessive fungicides. The natural oils in other product often serve as a food source for this same mold and mildew.

Manufacturer suggested application steps:

Step 1: Clean or strip using DEFY Wood Cleaner or DEFY Exterior Stain Remover

DEFY Exterior Wood Stain Stripper is a biodegradable, easy-to-use deck stain remover that will remove weathered, clear, and semi-transparent wood stains and restore the natural beauty of wood surfaces. Stains and varnishes are removed with the collected dirt, mold, mildew and mill glaze. Generally removes Transparent & Semi-Transparent Finishes and is formulated for all exterior wood surfaces.

Purchase DEFY Exterior Wood Stain Stripper

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DEFY Wood Cleaner is a safe, powdered, oxygen bleach concentrate that is mixed with water to safely clean and restore the natural beauty of exterior wood. Unlike most chlorine bleach based cleaners, this environmentally friendly product is biodegradable and will not harm wood fibers, pets, grass or most plants. Using a chlorine bleach not only harms the wood as well as the vegetation surrounding the deck, but it doesn’t actually clean or remove any stains. It just bleaches them out.

Purchase DEFY Wood Cleaner Safe Oxygenated Bleach

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Step 2: Brighten and neutralize using DEFY Wood Brightener

DEFY Exterior Wood Brightener is an oxalic acid deck brightener that removes dirt, grime, tannin, rust, and fungi stains from wood surfaces. This liquid concentrate is mixed with water (four parts water to one part concentrate) to brighten and restore the natural beauty of exterior wood. DEFY Wood Brightener will not harm wood fibers, grass, or most plants when used properly.

Purchase DEFY Wood Brightener Liquid Concentrate

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Step 3: Apply DEFY Original Synthetic Log Home Stain

DEFY Original Synthetic Log Home Stain can be used on interior or exterior wood surfaces including: wood siding, log homes, decks, fences, shake shingles, outdoor wood furniture, pressure-treated and all other natural wood surfaces. DEFY Water Repellent Wood Stain is available in six, semi-transparent colors: Sun Valley Pine, Heritage Walnut, Coastal Cedar, Colorado Gold, Teton Bronze, and Redwood Canyon

Purchase DEFY Original Synthetic Log Home Stain (multiple color choices)

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Tools Checklist

In addition some common tools to have on hand for the project include:

  • polyester brush, roller, or pump-up sprayer
  • stiff bristle or deck staining brush
  • pressure washer or powerful hose
  • dropcloth and rags for spills

VOC compliant with UV protection

DEFY Original Synthetic Log Home Stain is a synthetic, semi-transparent stain specifically formulated for use on wood siding, log homes, decks, fences, shake shingles, outdoor wood furniture, pressure-treated and all other natural wood surfaces. Because this product uses synthetic resins this will help your surface retain a higher degree of color as opposed to similar film forming varieties of wood stain. And better still, as DEFY is a water based penetrating water repellent this aids in cleanup of both you and your surroundings after the job.

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