Free Ground Shipping on 1 Gallon PailsWe are offering free shipping for 1 gallon pails of this product shipping to the Lower 48 United States. Offer does not apply to Alaska, Hawaii, and the US Territories. Free Shipping applies to this item only and not the entire order. Sikkens Proluxe Cetol Door & Window is a high performance finish for specialty applications such as exterior doors and windows. This alkyd high solids formulation offers optimum protection and a distinctive look in fewer coats. The inclusion of translucent iron oxide pigments and UV absorbers gives excellent UV protection and color retention. Sikkens Proluxe Cetol Door & Window Wood Finish creates a protective film while giving the signature distinctive Sikkens Wood Finishes look. For a greater selection of colors, Sikkens Proluxe Cetol 1 Exterior Stain may be used as a base coat for Sikkens Proluxe Cetol Door & Window Stain. Sikkens Proluxe Cetol Door & Window Recommended Usage• Exterior Wood Entrance Doors• Wood Garage Doors• Wood Window Frames• Fiberglass Doors Sikkens Proluxe Cetol Door & Window Key Features & Benefits• High Solids Alkyd - Excellent film build for optimum protection and premium furniture-like look.• Translucent Iron Oxide Pigments & UV Absorbers - Combination gives high performance UV protection preventing graying and deterioration.• Excellent Microporosity & Flexibility - Minimizes blistering and cracking due to expansion and contraction or moisture build-up.• High-Performance Film - Durable surface barrier prevents weathering.• Allows natural characteristics and grain of the wood to show through. Sikkens Proluxe Cetol Door and Window System Options• Moderate UV Protection - Apply three coats of Cetol Door & Window clear satin.• Good UV Protection - Apply one coat of Cetol Door & Window ready-mix-color and two coats of Cetol Door & Window clear satin.• Better UV Protection - Apply two coats of Cetol Door & Window ready-mix-color and one coat of Cetol Door & Window clear satin.• Best UV Protection - Apply three coats of Cetol Door & Window ready-mix-color. Cetol Door and Window with Cetol 1 System Options• Good UV Protection - Apply one coat of Cetol 1 Exterior Stain and two coats of Cetol Door & Window clear satin.• Better UV Protection - Apply two coats of Cetol 1 Exterior Stain and two coats of Cetol Door & Window clear satin. Sikkens Proluxe Cetol Door and Window Coverage Rates• Coverage areas per coat for Sikkens Proluxe Cetol Door and Window as follows: • On smooth surfaces or hardwoods, 350-450 sq ft./gallon. • Actual coverage may vary depending on the type, age and texture of the wood and application method. Sikkens Proluxe Cetol Door & Window Color and Sheen Options:• Color Options: Dark Oak (009) - (SIK48009); Mahogany (045) - (SIK48045); Natural (078) - (SIK48078)• Sheen Options: Satin - (SIK48003) Sikkens Proluxe Cetol Door and Window Shipping• Sikkens Proluxe Cetol Door and Window may not be shipped via air transit due to D.O.T. restrictions. Sikkens Proluxe Cetol Door & Window Compatibility:• Three coats must be applied using any combination of ready-mix colors, Sikkens Proluxe Cetol 1 Exterior Stain or clear top coats.• For application on exotic hardwoods, immediately before applying coating wipe surface with acetone.• Tannin containing woods such as redwood, red cedar, mahogany, douglas fir, etc. contain tannic acid which tends to migrate to the surface and discolor the stain, especially noticeable when using white or light colors. The discoloration is not harmful and can usually be removed. • Apply a cleaning solution of four (4) ounces of oxalic acid to one gallon of warm water using a garden sprayer or a heavy nap roller cover.• Sikkens Proluxe Cetol Door & Window needs UV light to cure. Shaded area or shop coated projects will dry much more slowly. Do not use Cetol Door & Window clear satin by itself on areas heavily exposed to UV light.• Allow solution to dwell on surface for 20 minutes then thoroughly rise with clean water. DO NOT ALLOW solution to dry on wood surface. 2019 Name Update: • PPG has announced that Proluxe Cetol Door & Window Wood Finish will now be known as Proluxe Door & Window Wood Finish. Please click here for further details on this change. Recent Proluxe Manufacturer's Rebate Forms: • Proluxe Rebate July 2026 • Proluxe Rebate June 2026 • Proluxe Rebate May 2026 PPG Technical SupportIf you have questions or issues regarding the Proluxe line of stains, PPG Technical Support is available at 800-441-9695.