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Natural is the lightest shade in the UV Plus line, a lightly pigmented toner for when you want the deck, fence or siding to look like the wood itself rather than a stain color. Messmer's names Natural, Natural Cedar and Natural Redwood as the picks for the most visible grain. This gallon is the 250 VOC version, under 250 g/L as supplied.
Buy one can, no case minimum. Free shipping at $75, no code needed (lower 48 + DC). Unused, unopened items can be returned within 30 days of receiving them, and we send a prepaid return label; opened paint, aerosols and flammable liquids can't be returned. See our shipping policy and refund policy.
Unlike a water-clear sealer, Natural is tinted with transparent iron oxide, so it absorbs UV and holds the wood's color longer while the grain stays in view. Fungicides and a mildewcide are built in. The oil and alkyd blend soaks in rather than building a film, so it does not peel or flake when applied correctly. Wood species, age and texture change the final look, so brush out a test patch first.
| Surface | Per gallon (Messmer's) | 12 x 16 ft deck, 192 sq ft |
|---|---|---|
| Smooth boards | 150-250 sq ft | About 0.8-1.3 gallons |
| Rough-sawn boards | 100-150 sq ft | About 1.3-1.9 gallons |
One coat does most jobs. Messmer's sells UV Plus in 1 gallon and 5 gallon containers; when you use several cans, mix them together (box them) so the tone stays even.
Is Natural the same as a clear sealer? No. Messmer's says clears with no pigment give no UV protection or color retention. Natural carries a light load of transparent iron oxide pigment, which absorbs UV while letting the grain show.
Can Natural go on new pressure treated lumber? Yes, once the new lumber has dried for several weeks. Messmer's lists it as suitable for older CCA lumber and for the newer ACQ and copper azole treated lumber.
Why doesn't the finished wood bead water? Messmer's leaves out waxes and paraffin, which wear off fast and can block a later coat of paint. The high solids fill the wood's pores to repel water instead.
See every shade in Messmer's UV Plus, or plan the job with the deck staining project cart.
Documents are published by Messmer's. Always follow the label and SDS.
Free standard shipping on orders $75+ to the lower 48 states and DC. Some large or heavy items are excluded at checkout.
30-day returns on unused, unopened items. Returns accepted within 30 days. We send you a prepaid return label. Contact us within 30 days of delivery to start a return. Opened paint, aerosols, flammables, special orders and sale items can't be returned. Read the full refund policy.
Use this product page for the exact item, then check the Weekend Project Carts for prep, applicators, patch, cleanup, and finishing supplies. If you are still choosing a method, start with the Project Guides before adding everything to cart.
