Family-owned since 1946, now in its 4th generation, in Columbia County, NY.
Jason Meltz (right) with Andrew Jackson of Old Mill Carpentry on a Doju hardwood decking project.
“Ghent’s edge is deep technical product knowledge and a true partnership with both suppliers and customers. We deliver the highest-quality specialty lumber, timbers, flooring, siding, and custom millwork at the most competitive prices—and we’ll help guide you from design to delivery.”
ExoShield is a premium penetrating Tung-oil wood stain for exterior hardwood and softwood — decking, siding, fencing and trailer flooring. Natural finish. Trans-oxide pigments give maximum UV protection and long-lasting color while letting the natural grain show through; a built-in fungicide guards against mold and mildew. One-coat coverage, low-VOC (< 250 g/L), marine-grade, made in the USA.
Coverage
One coat per gallon. Dense hardwoods absorb less and cover more; porous softwoods cover less.
Hardwood
600–800 sq ft
Softwood
250–450 sq ft
Apply to clean, completely dry wood after 2–3 days of dry weather with no rain expected for 24–48 hours. One coat is all it takes. Safe for indirect food contact after 14 days.
Why ExoShield
Maximum UV protection
Longest-lasting color
One-coat coverage
Low-VOC formula (< 250 g/L)
Marine-grade finish
Made in the USA
Tung oil base
The woodworker's #1 choice for beauty and long-term protection. Tung oil hardens deep inside the wood to help prevent checking and cracking, stays flexible as the wood expands and contracts, and drives ExoShield's water resistance. Natural and sustainable.
Trans-oxide pigments
Premium pigments deliver excellent UV protection and long-lasting, consistent, clear color while letting the natural wood grain show through.
Fungicide
Further protects finished wood from fungi and mold.
I was a little unsure which product I wanted to use on my new deck. But Jason and the team at Ghent helped guide me in the right direction. My deck turned out so beautiful and the clips used to install it allowed us to not have any screws showing. I am so happy with our decision. The best part is it requires little maintenance. This was as important to us along with being beautiful. I am so happy I shopped local and got an amazing product I can enjoy for years to come.
Laurie P. · HOLLOWVILLE, NY
★★★★★
Ghent Wood Everywhere
The crew at Ghent wood products assisted us from start to finish on building our dream home. From the designing stages to completion, They were there to answer questions, give competitive pricing , and deliver premium materials. We wouldn't go anywhere else!
Mat & Shelby N. · Ravena, NY
★★★★★
We have done numerous projects with Nova's ExoShield Walnut and this is my favorite! This table turned out beautifully. By using off-cuts from our dock, we were able to craft a gorgeous, custom Ipe table for our gazebo eating area. I chose to finish it with Walnut ExoShield to protect it from harsh Canadian winters and hot, bleaching summers. It was so simple to apply and I couldn't be more thrilled with the outcome!" Thanks Kristi! We can hardly wait to join you at your lake house. Looks lovely.
Kristi · Christina Lake, BC Canada · Ipe Table
★★★★★
After waiting for wood to dry I have completed my staining. We wanted a vivid contrast of colors on our pergola, so we decided to use a combination of the Natural color and the Black Walnut to create the contrast we were looking for. The project turned out exactly how we had imagined. Superb Product!!!!!
Steve · Castro Valley, CA · Pergola 2 Stain Colors
★★★★★
I am very happy I chose Exoshield Tung Oil Finish to protect my new deck. Followed the directions and it turned out beautifully! Thank you for making this product!!
Sue · Roseville, CA · Deck Refinishing
★★★★★
I recently refinished my old and tired Adirondack chairs with the ExoShield Premium Hardwood Finish. The chairs were weathered from years of outdoor use. They were an embarrassment to look at and my wife and I were ready to throw them in the garbage when a friend suggested we try the ExoShield Finish. We are so glad we did! We used the walnut color and now the chairs look better than when first purchased. The finish was so easy to apply. Just brush on, leave for a few minutes and wipe off. I easily completed the project over a weekend with time to spare to go ride my motorcycle. This oil based stain is fantastic and so much better than the brands you can buy from those large "do it yourself" home improvement stores. We now get so many compliments about our chairs and how good they look. Friends ask where can they get such beautiful looking chairs. My answer, go buy some old ones at a garage sale or Craigslist and stain them with ExoShield! You'll be glad you did.
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