Sashco Stain- Capture and Cascade for Log/Timbers
Elastic Exterior and Interior Sashco Stain with Onsite Tinting Option
Sashco’s Capture is a high-performance water-based stain designed specifically for log homes, timbers, and wood siding. Its unique elastic formula moves with your logs to prevent cracking and peeling, offering unmatched durability and a beautiful finish. Capture is ideal for both interior and exterior vertical surfaces and is always top-coated with Cascade for enhanced water resistance and UV protection. Now with Sashco’s Flex Tint system, contractors and homeowners can tint their stain on-site, eliminating delays and increasing efficiency.
What Makes Sashco Stain Capture/Cascade Unique?
Sashco Capture sets itself apart with unmatched elasticity, making it resistant to peeling and cracking as logs move and shift over time. It’s designed for all vertical woodwork, interior and exterior, and preserves the wood’s natural glow without hiding the grain. The optional Flex Tint system revolutionizes jobsite convenience—contractors can store neutral base on-hand and tint as needed onsite, eliminating costly delays caused by color changes or miscalculations. Flex Tint delivers consistent results and the same durability as pre-tinted Capture.
Sashco Stain Colors – Complete 2026 Capture/Cascade Color Chart
Looking for the perfect Sashco stain colors for your log home? The Capture Log Stain + Cascade Clear system offers 15 stunning, ready-to-use colors that deliver rich, translucent wood tones with unmatched elasticity
Available Sashco Capture Stain Colors (2026)
- Natural – Clean honey new-wood look
- Wheat – Soft golden straw
- Autumn Aspen – Warm light gold
- Aspen Bark – Warm gray-brown
- Bronze Pine – Rich Gold with orange undertones
- Hazelnut – Rich Gold with warm nutty brown undertones
- Red Cedar – Classic western red cedar tone
- Sequoia – Deep reddish-brown
- Chestnut – Elegant medium-dark brown
- Mahogany – Luxurious dark red-brown
- Driftwood – Cool gray-brown weathered look
- Smoked Hickory – Deep smoky gray-brown
- Dark Walnut – Rich traditional walnut
- Gunstock Brown – Deep oil-rubbed walnut tone
- Weathered Wood – Perfect aged barnwood gray
All colors are available pre-tinted or with Sashco’s exclusive Flex-Tint onsite tinting system — mix perfect batches every time, no waste, no color drift.
Key Benefits
- Elastic formula resists cracking and peeling
- Water-based and low odor with easy soap and water cleanup
- Safe for use on both interior and exterior vertical wood
- Available pre-tinted or jobsite tinted using Sashco’s Stain Flex Tint system
- Requires Cascade Clear Coat for long-term protection
- Excellent color retention and rich, natural finish
Where to Use
- Log homes and timber frame exteriors
- Wood siding, paneling, and fascia
- Interior wood walls, ceilings, and trim
- Wood posts, beams, and vertical accents
Application Notes
Surface Preparation Requirements
- Surface must be clean, dry (under 19% moisture), and free of old finishes
- Prep by media blasting, power washing, or sanding with 60–80 grit
- Remove all surface contaminants and felting with a Buffy Pad or Osborn brush
- Optional: Apply borate wood preservative and/or Colorfast Pre-Stain Base Coat
Application
- Spray or brush on the first coat to the point of refusal
- Back-brush thoroughly to force stain into the wood grain
- Allow 4–12 hours to dry, then apply a second, lighter coat
- Top coat with Sashco Stain Cascade Clear for exterior applications
- For interior use, top coat with Sashco Symphony as needed
Flex Tint Onsite Tinting System
- Use one 10.5 oz Flex Tint cartridge per 5-gallon pail of Capture Neutral Base
- Mix with a drill-driven paddle for 5–7 minutes until fully blended
- Allows contractors to create custom colors and adjust stain quantities onsite
- Maintains full durability and color accuracy—no compromise in performance
Coverage
| Application Type | Estimated Coverage per U.S. Gallon |
| First coat (saturation) | 150–250 sq. ft. |
| Second & maintenance coats | 300–400 sq. ft. |
Maintenance Required
To refresh Capture’s color and protection, simply clean the surface and apply one coat of Cascade Clear. For uneven fading, spot-coat with Capture, feather the edges, then apply Cascade over the whole surface. Full re-staining is not required if regular maintenance is performed every few years. Inspect logs annually and fill checks wider than 1/4″ with Sashco Conceal or Log Builder.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Capture different from other log stains?
- Its elastic formula allows it to move with the logs, preventing peeling and cracking over time.
- Can I use Capture inside my home?
- Yes, it’s ideal for both exterior and interior vertical wood surfaces.
- What is Flex Tint?
- Flex Tint is Sashco’s onsite tinting system that lets you mix stain colors directly at the jobsite using neutral base and color cartridges.
- How do I use Flex Tint?
- Empty one 10.5 oz. cartridge into a 5-gal pail of Capture Neutral Base and mix for 5–7 minutes with a drill mixer.
- Is Cascade required over Capture?
- Yes. Cascade adds water repellency and UV resistance for long-term exterior protection.
- Can I apply Capture in cold weather?
- Apply only when surface and air temperatures are above 4°C (40°F) and no rain or freezing conditions are expected for 48 hours.
- How long does Capture take to dry?
- It’s dry to the touch in 30 minutes or less but may remain tacky until top-coated with Cascade.
- How do I maintain the finish over time?
- Inspect yearly. Clean and reapply Cascade as needed, typically every 3–5 years.
- Can I use a power sprayer to apply it?
- Yes, use a large tip (515 or 517), then back-brush immediately to ensure proper adhesion.
- What surfaces should not be stained with Capture?
- It’s not for horizontal surfaces like decks, and it should not be applied over waxy, oily, or silicone-treated wood.
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Todd M –
This stuff is incredible and as stretchy as they show in the video. We read the head to head testing, read all the reviews on this and we have to say we are very impressed with it. We had Capture/Cascade on our last home and decided to go with it again as it lasted very long and was super easy and inexpensive to maintain. Great product!
Lloyd Ogilvie –
We have this system on our home and have been using for 15+ years and it still looks great. Love the maintenance is so easy.
Janice Hunt –
Very, very, very happy!! We used this on our interior logs and couldn’t be happier how it turned out. We put the Symphony clear coat on top and it turned out AWESOME. This was the nicest stain we have ever used.