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TWP Stain Wet on Wet Application

by TWP Help April 11, 2022
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TWP with Wet on Wet Application Tips

TWP Stains are to be applied “Wet on Wet” when the wood is absorbent enough to handle more than 1 coat of the stain. This is typically for wood and decking that is older than 12 months and has been exposed to the elements. Applying the TWP “wet on wet” is similar to applying 1.5 coats of stain. The second coat covers twice as much square footage as the first coat.

Applying TWP “wet on wet” is very easy and not complicated once you understand the simple steps.

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Properly Applying TWP Stain So It Does Not Dry Shiny

by TWP Help January 30, 2023
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TWPStainHelp.com Tips on Properly Applying TWP Deck Stains So It Does Not Dry Shiny

When applying TWP you should follow a few simple tips to get proper coverage and the look you want. TWP is not meant to give a “shiny” appearance. It is a deep penetrating wood preservative that soaks into the wood pores for optimal protection. TWP is a semi-transparent stain that adds color while allowing the wood grain to show through enhancing its beauty.

If TWP dries shiny then that suggests it was over-applied. In the case of applying deck stain, more is not always better. You only want to apply as much stain as the wood will soak up. Any extra puddles of stain that do not soak in will dry on top and give you an inconsistent shiny appearance. Not only does this look unappealing, but it also will not perform as expected.

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Applying a Maintenance Coat of TWP

by TWP Help January 30, 2023
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Tips for Applying a Maintenance Coat of TWP

Wood maintenance is different from a complete wood restoration. Restoring a wood surface means bringing it back to a like-new appearance from a neglected state or deciding to switch from one stain type to another. Wood maintenance, on the other hand, is an ongoing process to keep well-kept wood looking good. Wood maintenance is simply cleaning and recoating the wood with the same wood stain that was previously used.

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  • Home
  • Application Instructions
    • How to Apply TWP 100
    • How to Apply TWP 1500
    • How to Apply TWP Semi-Solid Pro-Series
  • Prepping for TWP Stains
    • Switching to TWP
    • Maintaining TWP
    • New Wood Prepping
  • Need Help?
    • Project Questions?
    • TWP Color Tips
    • 1500 Series Photos
    • 100 Series Photos
  • TWP Stain Reviews
  • Buy Now!
    • TWP 100
    • TWP 1500
    • TWP Semi-Solid – NEW!
    • TWP 200
    • TWP Stain Samples
    • Gemini Restore-A-Deck
    • RAD Stripper Kit
  • TWP Product Finder Tool