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Last Updated on January 30, 2023 by TWP Help
We are here to help you with your TWP exterior deck or wood restoration project for 2024!
TWP is an advanced wood preservative/protectant registered by the EPA. Performance and longevity can vary though depending on the wood type, how the wood is prepped, the age of wood, and how the TWP is applied. We want everyone who has decided to use TWP 100, 1500, or 200 Series to have the best possible results.
TWP Stain Tips and Help
When asking questions please give us some information about your wood restoration project:
- What structure is your wood? Examples would be: Deck, Wood Siding, Fence, etc
- What species is the wood? Examples: Treated Pine, Cedar, Redwood, Ipe, etc
- Is the wood new or older than 1 year?
- Has the wood been stained previously with a different brand? Please specify brand name and type of stain used: Examples: Solid stain, Semi-Transparent Stain, etc.
- Any additional info that would be useful
Once you supply us with the information, we will able to give you advice as to how to prep your wood and any needed instructions for the TWP application.
Please ask your questions in the comment area.
Thanks
I cleaned, then stained my deck two years ago with TWP 100 (pine). It still looks good but I want to clean it and then maybe even seal it to prevent water damage. What do you recommend?
Russell, best to prep for another coat of the TWP. You would need the Gemini Restore Kit for this: http://www.twpstain.com/gemini-s-restore-a-deck-cleaner-and-brightener-kit
Deck cedar color stain faded through winter – Last summer we used 2 gallons of TWP1501 for our deck. The deck was installed in May and we waited until September to stain. We cleaned the deck as described and stained; it looked beautiful. We’ve had a hard winter in New England and finally all the snow has melted and the deck color has faded considerably, it looks rather freckled. I certainly hope we don’t have to strip the deck in order to put on another coat this year. Can I just order move TWP 1500, clean the deck with the mixture of bleach and water and re-stain in the normal fashion. It’s my understanding that a deck should be re-stained every 2 years or so and I assume it’s the same process all the time. I appreciate your help!
Thanks, Irene
This year you should lightly clean the deck to remove dirt and apply a light coat to the horizontal areas. Do not use beach. Use a mixture of soapy water or you can use the Gemini Restore Kit as 1/2 normal concentration.
Old wood- not sure of species- doesn’t appear to have been stained previously
Did use Thompson water seal about 4-5 years ago- seems to be all gone
Wood has greyed in most areas
12×12 deck with about 13 steps to ground
Planning on getting redwood (5 gallon can) twp1500 or 100 <– which would be better?
Should I use geminin cleaner and brightener
or should I use a stripper and brightener?
Will be pressure washing either way.
jsivon, prep with the Gemini Restore Kit for this deck. Either series will work well for you.
Terri T. Which is better for a 2 year old, never stained deck. 100 or 1500 series?
Territ, either would be fine.
Also, please advise on what to do first (cleaning/brightning product? then what kind of TWP stain… our deck person told us 200 series but want advice?
Use the TWP 100 or 1500. Prep with Gemini Restore Kit.
Terri T — Our deck in previous post hasn’t been stained at all….it’s only 2 years old.
Use the Gemini Restore Kit for the prep.
2 year old deck, ready to pick stain. We want something natural or a light cedar tone. Our previous deck just got darker and darker as the years went on…we don’t want a dark colored deck but something that looks natural and has that cedar tone.
Terri T, make sure the old stain is removed or stripped off. Look at the Cedartone or Honeytone colors. TWP fades though the years and does not darken in color.
Hi, I’m building a fence with vinyl lattices and 1×4 pine boards sandwitched together as the frame. My question is, should I stain it before or after assembly? Most I read online say after assembly. My concern is, if I stain after assembly the inner contacting surfaces of the boards would not get any moisture protection. Will that be a problem?
Best to stain after install. Inner contacting surfaces will not be harmed.
What is the best method for removing TWP stain from a fence. I put a small amount on a board and I think we have decided to switch colors. Thanks
Jaret, a deck stain stripper and a light pressure washing.
I recently received a sample of TWP 120 Pecan Sample. I applied it to a small area and it looks darker than I expected. I know the colors seen on the site cant be exact because I am viewing them on the computer. Will it appear lighter once the entire fence is stained? If not what would be the color that is slightly lighter than that one?
It will probably not appear lighter. This article may help with color tips: http://www.twpstainhelp.com/twp-100-color-choices-and-tips/
My house is a mix of cedar siding and cedar shingles. It was built and stained in 1998 and hasn’t been stained/updated since then. Am debating between the TWP 200 and the TWP 1500. Can you provide insight/pros and cons on the two in light of my situatio
n? I could email a photo if it would help.
Since you have two different types of siding it would be best to use the 1500 Series for this. It will offer better UV protection and more color options as well.
Can I use tsp 1500 over water based yr old deck stain
Frank, no you cannot do that. Must remove old stain first before applying the TWP.
Last season stained deck with lowes water based, color 50% gone–can I use twp directly over remain stain– plan to power wash first but may not remove all color -new color will be bit darker.
Frank, you would need to remove all of the old stain. You cannot apply TWP on top of a water based stain.
Hi, folks! Pressure-treated southern yellow pine, 650 square feet of floor, plus additional railing and spindles. 20 years old. A few hours of direct sunlight per day, but mostly dappled and/or shaded light, protected by a large silver maple. I live outside Chicago, IL. Deck has been power-washed and treated every two years with “DT2000,” a natural (clear) sealant exclusive to DeckTech, the company that handles my work. But they’re charging nearly $1,000 for that work now, and I’d like to do it myself to save $$$. I don’t know anything about DT2000 except it works very well, and has a pungent oil smell upon application. Thoughts on which of your products (100 vs 1500) and amount I’d need would be greatly appreciated, thank you.
Shane, they are actually using what is called a RADCON formula of the TWP 200 Series. It is a concentrate that they “thin” with mineral spirits or similar. The most similar for your area would be the 1500 Series or the 200 series. The 100 is not VOC compliant for IL.
Thanks for this, TWP, much appreciated. Is the 1500 or 200 series “weaker” than the 100 because of the VOC rule, or do they protect just as well?
Shane, not weaker but slightly thicker. They work about the same.
Thanks for this, much appreciated! Does the 1500 series protect as well as the 100 because the VOC is lower? Also, how is the natural different from the clear? I’m not sure which version the installer used, since they both are clear-ish.
Shane, best to get some samples to test from the website. This article explains the colors for you: http://www.twpstainhelp.com/twp-1500-colors-explained/
After cleaning my fence if I am just using a pressure washer, can I immediately apply the stain since it will be still wet? Thanks
No you must allow the wood to dry for 48 hours before applying TWP.
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Ok then you wet it again and apply? Thanks
No. Twp cannot be applied to wet wood.
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I’m having a custom Douglas Fir pier built for my lake home. Would you recommend TWP for this application? It will have 6×6 timbers in the water and be a removable pier that comes out every winter. If you do recommend TWP, which series??
Fred, TWP can be applied to exposed wood but not any wood that is submerged in water. TWP 1500 would be best.
I coated a one year old (new pressure-treated wood) 21 x 33 deck w/railings in Northern New Jersey (partially shaded) last year with TPW 1500 California Redwood last year. It did a very good job. Deck looked wonderful. This year it looks like railing cap and the deck itself need a recoat. I realize the old coating needs to be stripped, but assume that some of the removed stain remains beneath the surface thereby allowing somewhat less new stain to be used. Is that correct or must I follow the new wood recommendations after stripping? And how many gallons would you recommend for this recoating?
GerladM, Are the railings fine and just the horizontals needing a coat? If so you may only need to do a maintenance coat. Use the Gemini Restore Kit for prep and apply one coat to the horizontals. One 5 gallon pail should be enough.
A few years ago I used TWP 200 for my deck (at the recommendation of your local distributor, even though it’s not specified for decks). It has worked very well, but I need to refresh some areas. Does it still make sense to use 200, or should I use another? The color I have is 207 (Butternut Brown), but I don’t see that offered in your other stains (e.g., 100 and 1500).
I would suggest staying with the 207 Butternut since it is already on the wood and there is not a matching color in the other series.
I installed a new cedar deck last year in Southeast Missouri. I stained the planks before they were put down. Stain failed in about a month and I sanded the entire deck. I have let it naturally age over the winter and need help on what to do now. It is a little grey. Do I clean it, brighten it? Look forward to your help. The deck is 30 x 20 with a 6′ x 24 walkway and about a dozen stairs. Thank god the railings are composite.
CraigB, yes you want to clean and brighten with the Gemini Restore Kit for the prep.
Just had TWP 1500 (CA Redwood) applied to my pressure treated pine deck 2 days ago. The deck was finished in July of 2013 so it weathered over the summer/fall/winter.
Unfortunately 2 coats were applied so some areas had excess buildup that did not penetrate. These areas have now mostly dried up to a sheen. What can I expect from the sheen areas at this point and should I do anything to them or let the weathering naturally work them out?
Thanks and great product by the way.
Michael, at this point you can just leaver those areas alone. If you want you could wipe done the excess shiny spots with a some mineral spirits to remove some of the excess. Hard to say if you will or will not have an issue with those areas. Only time will tell.
Thank you for the reply. You mentioned time will tell, but if I may ask one specific question, do you know how 90+ degree heat might affect those areas? My main concern is if they end up becoming sticky.
Michael, it will not become sticky. Filming/shiny areas can prematurely wear though. This usually happens in high traffic areas and or extreme weather.
I am building a cedar dining table (probably more drinking than dining!) for a screened-in porch. Is the TWP 100 series a good match for this application? [Note: I saw a comment on http://www.twpstain.com/twp-100-stain-dealers from “TheSealerStore” that TWP 100 “is not designed for an interior wood bench” so that raised some concerns that I might be selecting the wrong product.]
Russ, you can use TWP on exterior wood furniture.
We used 2 coats of TWP 1515 last year on our deck. The deck now looks quite dirty and i was wondering how to best clean it without having to stain it again so quickly.
Thanks
Howard
Howard, if is just dirt on top of the stain then you can try a mild rinse with some soapy water. Light agitate with a soft push broom.
Thank you
No you cannot apply a top coat on the TWP.
Can the TWP 1500 Clear be tinted? I need a gray tone and the 100 is not available in my state.
Lee, sorry but the 1500 Clear cannot be tinted.
I have 2 outdoor playground sets. I looks like treated pine and the other appears to be some other wood – like white cedar. Both are weathered. I live in Memphis TN.
2nd job: I have a 1400 sq ft cabin covered in western cedar. It was originally stained when built in 2009. The shaded side had blackened, like mold, close the the foundation and where house remains shaded. I need to to clean and restain. The cabin is on the border of Missouri and Arkansas.
What do I need and how do I use?
Phil, look at the 100 series for all. Prep first with the Gemini Restore Kit.
Both have some old stain on them. Gray wood between old stain spots. Will stripper than brightener work?
Phil, most likely stripping is the way to go. Do you know what brand the old stain was?
Do I need the stripper? Same color but did not originally use TWP?
Yes if switching brand than you should use the Stripper first and brighten after when done.
IS TWP approved for indoor use?
Henry, what type of surface is it?
The interior surface is cypress molding/wainscot throughout a loft. Wanted to have it match the back side of exterior cypress doors that I have TWP product on.
Henry
As long as the wood is unfinished, you can use indoors. Take note that you will need proper ventilation.
how long should it take for one year old cedar to completely dry out after an inch of rain? central texas weather here is in the 60-70 degree range this time of year. I am looking for excellent penetration as the deck guy here used cabots last year and it was horrible! i have it prepped and brightened as of this afternoon but am expecting rain off and on over the next week. cant wait to see my deck after it gets a drink of 100 series!!! if you wnat to done right, do it yourself! thanks for the advice and also a superior product.
Jeff, probably 3-5 days of dry weather. Full sun helps as well. Make sure that you have removed the Cabot’s 100%. Please read this about applying two coat wet on wet. http://www.twpstainhelp.com/twp-stain-wet-on-wet-application/
we are staining our deck and stairs with TWP Dark Oak. Do we need to then top coat it with a polyurethane?
Kim, no you should never put a top coat on TWP nor use polyurethane on outside wood.
Once you apply the Step ! cleaner you need to heavy scrub or lightly pressure wash off the dirt, grim, and oxidized wood fibers. It will not come “clean” unless you do this. Using a pressure washer at a low setting is much easier and more efficient then scrubbing. The grayer or dirtier the wood, the more you will need to work at removing the oxidized wood fibers. In your scenario I am assuming you are not using the required “pressure” to get the wood clean. Once again this needs to be done with heavy scrubbing or pressure washing at a setting below 1500 psi.
You can rent pressure washers from local stores.
Can I use TWP 1500 black walnut stain directly on new mahogany stained bamboo fencing? If not, what sort of prep work do I need to do?
Thanks
Mc
No you should not do that. It will not be able to penetrate the bamboo properly. You would have to remove all of the mahogany coating and then test to make sure the TWP will soak in.
I used the TMP 300 dark oak on a black bamboo fence in a Japanese Garden. I preferred the black bamboo natural color but wanted to protect it. While I am ok wit, but not in love with the stain color (a little more reddish) I am not happy with the high gloss as it takes away some of the authentic feel of the bamboo . What would you recommend for removing some of the sheen? Thanks in advance for your help.
Bernard, TWP is not supposed to have a sheen. If it does then the stain did not penetrate into the wood and rather dried on top of the wood. This is typically a result of over application. You could try wiping off the excess stain with some rags and a little mineral spirits. Saturate rags with water when done to avoid spontaneous combustion.
Drew, if it is clean and has not grayed then you should be okay to stain.
mboosh, unopened is fine for a couple of years. The opened may already be bad but it really depends on how well you closed the lid. If no evaporation then it can last for awhile.
I am installing cypress siding to a new construction home in North Carolina. Is TWP 1500 an appropriate stain/seal to use on this material? Is there any special prep that needs to be done prior to application, and how long after install do I need to wait
marsharaleigh, yes the 1500 would be a great choice for this home. Is the new wood smooth or rough? This matters as to when it should be stained.
It will be smooth. Will the 100 series be better than the 1500 for newly installed wood? It will be kiln dried.
marsharaleigh, you should let the wood season for a few months and prep first before staining. The 100 will penetrate new wood better but it is not compliant for all states. Please read this article:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
24×14 350 sqft old growth cedar deck, custom cut 2×6 full dimension, planed 3 sides, stored indoors for 6 months. South facing in Vancouver BC.. Will be installed using dexter brackets, screwed from underside. Will sit on PTP joist structure. I plan to use restore treatment first to remove planer scale. Now that twp1500 is 250 voc compliant, can i import it to canada? Is 5 gals enough for 6 sides, 2 coats?
Stever, sorry but TWP 1500 is not compliant for Canada. It cannot be shipped or sold there as of now.
How warm should it be before applying the stain. Is it ok to apply when 50’s during the day even if 30’s at night? Or is it best to wait until Spring with warmer nighttime lows?
Best to not let the stain freeze overnight. 50 is fine but if drops below 32 and the stain is wet, you could have some issues.
Not sure why my first attempt to ask for help did not work.
1) we are attempting to use restore-a-deck which we purchased here on a fence of California redwood that has been allowed to age to just under a year.
2) one side has lots of leeching from the irrigation sprayers on that side of the fence.
3) one application (step 1 and step 2) in general has seemed to clean and brighten most of the fence, however, the badly leeched spots remain light grey. We are following the instructions on the canisters religiously/verbatim.
4) do we spot apply the cleaner again (step 1) or also the brightener (step 2)?
5) is there something else we should try?
Thanks. I look forward to a quick reply.
1655Graff,
Try spot treating and cleaning/brightening again. Does the color of the wood look even when wet with water? If so it will look even once stained with the TWP.
Please HELP.
So we’ve done this and have used up 4 bottles of Cleaner (Step#1) — over twice as much as we expected to be needed based on the bottle — and still have a 1/2 bottle of Brightener remaining. The result is that some segments look closer, but some look OK/close, and others still do not look alike. What do we do now? Do we buy yet another bottle (pay shipping and await another 5-10 days for its arrival) or switch to a different cleaner?
The other thing we’ve discovered is that the instructions assume that a fence (vertical) surface can be treated and will respond akin to a deck (horizontal) surface. It is a totally different problem. Running and streaking (of cleaner, loosened black/dirt, etc.) occurs on the vertical, and they impact anything lower and will also do so on both sides of the fence.
Are you applying cleaner then pressure washing off? It should all come clean unless you have an old coating on the wood.
I am confused by your reply. First, the wood came straight from the Mill last Winter when the fence was built.
And then… (a) There are several places where the “Directions” do NOT state that powerwashing is required but do state to use a a brush, and to mist or fan tip or rinse down, and given that it is a verticle surface, that is what we’ve done.
Also, (b) this reply to a different user (also here at your Website) seems to reiterate the need to wash it down with at least a mist…[quote name=”TheSealerStore”]Coverage can vary widely depending on the condition of the wood. The dirtier and more grayed out the wood, the less the coverage. You do not need to reapply the cleaner from drying out, just mist with water. [/quote] …and does not recommend the power washer.
Finally, (c) I know that TWP 1500’s product sheet does say to power wash it, but it also says to use bleach, and I’ve read elsewhere that both can negatively impact any wood preservative…[quote name=”TWP1500 Product Sheet”] After aging, wood should be cleaned with a solution of 1 part household bleach to 1 part water. The bleached surface should be thoroughly rinsed with water, power washed and then allowed to dry a minimum of 48 hours in good drying conditions before finish coat application.[/quote]… for example, [quote name = “Fence Makovers”][bold]Why is cleaning with a bleaching solution preferred over power washing the fence?[/b]
Power washing removes a fine layer from the surface of the wood compromising its integrity. The end result of this process leaves a rough texture including splinters on the surface of the wood.[/quote]…so no, we’ve NOT been powerwashing given that I don’t want to do anything wrong that we cannot recover from.
So are you saying that we now need to buy a (low) power washer to complete the cleaning? I say “low” since I think I recall reading it should be under 1500 psi, correct?
I want to protect reed fencing, as recommended on other sites. The reed isn’t up yet so I’ll be starting with new, unweathered reed rolls. We won’t have 50 degree temps for a few months. Should I wait to install the rolls or can I install in January and spray in March/April? Will I have to pressure wash first if it’s installed for a few months? Thanks
kino, yes you should wait until spring and prep first with a cleaner and light pressure washing.
I purchased a Cypress Wood Swing for my wife for Christmas. A friend told me to use TWP or I was wasting my time.
I had a couple of questions:
1. Do I need to wait 4-6 mos to stain this swing?
2. Is the 1500 series the right product for a Cypress Swing in Louisiana?
3. Do you offer any products by the quart?
ReggoH, yes you need to wait and prep correctly. The 1500 would be good for this. Just one coat the first time. Gallons are the smallest size.
I stained my pine deck with TWP 1500 (looks great!). My next project is to build a wooden gate to match. When I buy the wood, does it matter if I get the wood pressure treated with Weathershield (Home Depot)? If TWP protects the wood similarly (Weathershield claims to protect wood against rot, decay, and termite damage, and is less corrosive to nails and screws), I would prefer to get the plain wood. Weathershield gives the wood that ugly grayish-greenish color.
Roy, TWP protects the exposed surface area. Using a wood that is either naturally resistant (Cedar) or chemically treated (pine) helps tremendously with internal rot and decay protection. Since it is a vertical gate it will though have a much less chance to rot or decay.
Hi,
New red cedar shake siding/pine trim, all new untreated wood.
Purchased TWP 1500 Rustic Brown for the cedar siding
Wish to match this on the pine trim.
What solid/semi solid is an approx. match to the Rustic brown stained red cedar.
Tried a sample patch and the pine naturally has a much lighter opaque finish, meaning it doesn’t match the cedar.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!
GVS, it is not possible to match exactly two different wood types with the same color and there is not a different color of TWP that make it match. Sorry.
I have a wood deck (older than 5 years) which I am currently stripping with Restore A Deck. I live in Miami, Florida (lots of mold and mildew). Please let me know which of your TWP stains do you recommend for Miami, where can I buy locally, if not available locally then please let me know if you charge for shipping. Thank you.
mercedes, most use the TWP 100 Series for your area. We are an online dealer for TWP. 5 Gallon pails ship free. We charge for shipping on single gallons. Shipping charges vary depending on the quantity.
Thank you very much for responding to
my email. I have a couple of more questions. I was hoping to
select a TWP 100 “clear” but noticed on the website that “clear”
has no UV protection which I need for my deck. It is difficult to
judge from the color samples on your website. Could you tell me
which of the colors is the closets to a clear more natural
look that has UV protection?
Also, for Miami, Florida for pressured treated deck, do I need to
give it two (2) coats of the TWP 100?
Also, for approximately 200 SF of deck, how much of TWP 100 do I
need to purchase?
Is that applied with brush or roller?
Thank you very much,
Mercedes
mermlaz@gmail.com
Mercedes, the Honeytone is lightest tint. Two coats wet on wet is best. For 200 sq. feet you would need about 2 gallons. Applied with brush or stain pad applicator.
I am building a new home. I will be using western red kiln dried cedar for the siding. Tongue and groove 6x1in boards. Will be running them both horizontally and vertically. EVERYONE has been telling me (builder and lumberyards) that I should stain all the wood prior to installation. Your website says the opposite. With siding, if I do not pre-stain, the back of the siding will never be treated. Is this ok??
fred, no need to stain backside, just the exposed sides. With TWP you should wait 4+ months to let the wood weather, prep correctly, then stain.
HI, I have a rainbow play system, about half weathered 7 yr old wood and half new due to rot warranty replacement. The new wood has factory finish, which is total crap, and the weathered wood has TWP 1500 applied over factory finish. I lived in California at the time. I am now in North Carolina. Sounds like the TWP100 is the better product for me. Can it go on over the 1500? Can I apply now in winter – kids are anxious. My goal is rot prevention. Thank you
byrone, best to not apply on top but rather remove the old layers with the RAD Stain Stripper and a light pressure washing. Apply brightener when done. Use the TWP 100 Series. Can be applied at 45 degrees.
OK, thank you, just so I understand:
RAD Stripper (NOT CLEANER), then brightener, then 100 stain.
When I reapply in a couple of years, same process or can I apply 100 over 100 with just a simple cleaning?
byrone, you can apply the TWP 100 on top of itself by after a proper cleaning. No stripping is needed.
Have new, never been finished mahogany front door that I need to treat with TWP 1500. Lot’s of confusing and conflicting instructions on how to prepare the door: one site says need to weather and dry out for 4-12 months before treating. Another talks the use of Gemini Step 1 cleaner & Step 2 brightener under the section “Prepping New wood” which doesn’t make sense for a new door. On the product sheet it says wet door with water (even rain water) and let dry out and repeat with water. That kinda makes sense to help open up the wood but wouldn’t I need to re-sand the door if wetting it raises the grain-and wouldn’t sanding it essentially re-clog the pores of the wood? I would appreciate clear instructions on how to best prepare this new mahogany door before applying TWP 1500. Thank you. Mark, Cincinnati
Mark, best to weather for a few months then use a wood deck cleaner for the prep.
I had a brand new deck made of fir wood, and put down about 16 months ago…We live near Cape Cod in Mass… It was stained with, I believe, one coat of Arborcoat Semi-Transparent decking stain.
Large sections show fading and deck looks to be gray in many parts, with non-faded area retaining the original rust-brown? coloring…
Confused as to whether I need to use stripper, and then brightened, and then apply TWP stain.
I really want to find a stain that will give me a few years between coats( doesn’t everybody?)
Had considered Skillens, but many unfavorable review there!
Any help is appreciated.
Thanks,
Jethroneal
jethroneal, you cannot apply the TWP on top of the Arborocoat so you will need to remove that first by either stripping, sanding, or combination. Once the wood is prepped properly you should get 2 years or so on the horizontals and twice as long on the verticals with TWP.
Fence: 6ft pressure treated pine (241 linear ft of kiln dried Yellawood)
8 weeks old
Nashville, TN
90% of the fence is in direct sun all year from sunrise to sunset
Would you recommend TWP100 (better penetration) or TWP1500 (more solids) for this fence?
Should I apply with a pump (garden) sprayer? Rent an airless sprayer? Roller? The wood seems too rough for a pad.
Should I apply 1 coat now and clean/apply another coat after 1 year?
Does my math look right? How much extra should I order?
241 linear ft * 2 sides * 6 ft tall = 2892 sqft / 200 sqft per gallon = 14.46 gallons
Thanks…todd
Todd, best to apply two light coats wet on wet for this with the TWP 1500 Series. You will need more like 20-30 gallons for the sq. footage. 150 sq. feet for first coat and 200-300 for second. Spray on first coat lightly and follow with a second coat with a stain pad or brush within 60 minutes of the first coat.
Ordered 30 gallons, but only used 15 gallons. Applied the first coat with an airless and rolled on the second coat. The wood simply wouldn’t take anymore stain. How long will unopened 5 gallon pails keep? How should it be stored? Thanks…todd
Unopened and the TWP will last many years. Keep in area where it will not freeze or reach extreme temperatures.
Thanks
I am currently putting up cedar board and batten siding on my shop in western Washington. The cedar is rough cut and will not be stained until early spring. Reading about the TWP 100 series stains has definitely caught my attention. My question…I want to keep the sharp color and grain of the cedar as long as possible and do not mind reapplying every few years to do so. Basically, the beautiful boards I have, if I throw some water on them and rub it in, that is the “color” I want. Do I use cedar tone for the most “real” colors? Or?
Matt, Honeytone is the closest to a “wet look” with water color.
Hi- 10×20 cedar deck. Contractor built it and used TWP 101 the same week. Within 2 months huge areas have started to peel like a sunburn. What happened? How best to repair? Thanks!
New wood is supposed to season for 4-12 months and prepped first with a deck cleaner and wood brightener. Your contractor applied to soon. Best to wait until Spring, use the Restore A Deck Stain Stripper and the wood brightener for the prep.
I stripped and cleaned my deck 2 days ago — it looks like it’s going to rain on and off for over a week. I’m in Florida — will mold start up in that amount of time? What do you recommend?
Al, it should not start to mold in a weeks time. Wait until the wood is dry, then apply the TWP.