Last Updated on January 30, 2023 by TWP Help
TWP Stain Tips for New wood Decks in 2024
When applying TWP Wood Stains for the first time to new wood there will need to be proper steps taken. New smooth wood or decking is not ready to be pre-stained prior to installation or stained right after installation. It is best to follow the directions of the TWP Wood Stain when it comes to applying a coating to new wood for the first time, not the lumber yard or the paint store’s as they do not understand the proper prep needed.
TWP and New Smooth Decking or Exterior Wood
It is important to understand that new smooth wood is not absorbent enough for the TWP Stains. New wood contains a higher moisture content and a “mill glaze”. Mill Glaze is a waxy film that results from the fast turning blades that cut the profile on a manufactured log. The high speed of the turning blades produces heat that draws sap and moisture out of the log. As it cools and dries, it creates a film or coating on the logs. This will hinder the TWP’s ability to penetrate into the wood grain.
Note: New Rough Sawn vertical wood/fencing can be stained right away with no wait and with no prep as it does not have mill glaze and is very absorbent. Just make sure the wood is fully dry. If Rough sawn wood has aged or oxidized (grayed) then it will need to be prepped with Gemini Restore Kit. One coat for most instances of newly installed Rough Sawn wood.
Tips for TWP and New Wood
Let the Wood Weather First
TWP wants the wood to weather and dry out for 4-12 months after installation. This will allow the moisture content to drop and the exposed wood cells will oxidize from the sun’s UV, turning slightly gray.
Prepping New Wood for TWP Stains
After letting the wood weather it is time to prep the wood. This step consists of using the Gemini Restore A Deck Kit. This kit contains both a Step 1 Wood Deck Cleaner and a Step 2 Wood Deck Brightener. The Step 1 cleaner will help remove the dirt, graying, and mill glaze from the wood while Step 2 Brightener will neutralize the cleaner and help restore the natural color.
Staining New Wood and Decking for the First Time
Even after the waiting period and the proper prepping, new smooth wood is still not as absorbent as it will be in a few years. We strongly suggest only applying 1 coat of the TWP Stains the first time. Do not over apply as the TWP may not penetrate into the wood correctly. Make sure to back wipe any excess stain that does not penetrate properly into the wood after 30 minutes. For new smooth wood, the TWP 100 Series if allowed in your state, otherwise use the TWP 1500 Series.
Maintaining TWP Stains
Apply a light maintenance coat to the flooring in 9-24 months. If just slightly dirty prep with soapy water to remove grime and reapply one light coat. If you wait 18-24 months make sure to prep again with the Gemini Restore A Deck. After the first year or two, your wood will be able to absorb more TWP stain which results in a longer stain life and protection!
TWP Pro Tip:
TWP is a penetrating wood preservative. It performs properly when it penetrates 100% into the wood. Over applying will not result in longer protection.
Have a Question? Please Ask Below.
Okay, just ordered 3 gallons of 1504. I have a 12×25 pressure treated deck . I’ll be staining the horizontals only for the first time. By the time the weather here is stable warm/dry enough for staining, the deck will be just shy of one year old. If I’m collating your advice correctly: prep first, allow to dry, then ONE coat this year?
Yes, that is correct.
I am using white knotty pine tongue n groove for ceiling of screen porch in Georgia. The wood has been sanded. I would like a light stain to create color consistency and reduce future graying. Would u suggest 1515 honeytone or 1530 natural or something else
Honeytone is the lightest color.
Any recommendations for staining Cypress on a front porch ceiling, siding, and soffits around the whole house? We are deciding between Pecan and Natural and hoped to have a less “stripey” finish. Can you tell me more about when to stain the wood? (Is there a chance that the wood is not new and is stain ready or is that the way it comes from the distributor?) Thanks!
If the wood is newly installed, then you will need to follow the directions above. Use the TWP 1500 Series.
Do you recommend using TWP 100 series instead of TWP ProSeries Semi-Solid for new wood (age is about 18 months, has never been stained)?
Either would be fine at this age. Just make sure to prep correctly first.
I used TWP 1516 stain on a rough cut cedar pergola 1.5 years ago. I was gonna put a tinted plastic top on it so we can add a fireplace and furniture — it gets HOT down in central west Alabama. It’s been stained abt a year and half, I have been noticing a black color on the sides of the 6×6 posts and also the rough cut 2×8’s on the top. It looks like mildew and it’s all over. I went up to add some 1x’s for the plastic roof and noticed that a lot of the stain is peeling/flaking off which I was not expecting after 1.5 years. I waited abt 6 months to stain, maybe 9, but it shows that you can stain right away on rough cut lumber so this should not have been an issue. I’m hoping this black mildew or whatever it is will wash off with a pressure washer. Any ideas or instructions you have that will help me out? We used the Rustic 1516 and we are afraid if we add another coat when we get it cleaned it may make it to dark. Can I use the clear stain to go over when I get cleaned and possibly may have to stain with a lighter color to fill in all the spots that is peeling. Please help and thanks for any help.
You will need to prep all with the Gemini Restore Kit and pressure washing and then use the same color as before, not the clear over all the wood.
We built this deck a year ago and already to treat it with TWP. We live in Arkansas so it is cooler now. What are the current ideal temperatures for application??
50-90 degrees.
Hi, my question concerns new 16′ x 28′ decking; mine was built in July 2020, however the steps are reclaimed pine decking boards, from my previous deck. The underside is now face up, have been pressured washed and look pretty good, not too dissimiliar to four month old boards, a tad but not too much. 1) Is it too early to clean, prep and stain, if so, when..I live in East Tennessee? 2) Should I only apply one coat of stain to the new but two to the older steps? 3) My kit arrives this afternoon, so I have not seen the prep instructions yet – do I need to power wash the entire deck before I began the prep? Any and all help is appreciated.
Wait for the 4 or more months for all wood. Prep and stain all with one coat. You pressure wash while using the prep, not before.
I am in Michigan and had a new deck installed in May, with cedar railings and pressure treated floor decking, currently unstained. I have an opportunity to stain the deck now (early November) as we have a stretch of warm days (60 degrees plus in daytime) with no rain. Do you recommend staining now, or waiting until spring? I was originally thinking to get it done before winter to protect against the harsh elements.
Either or is fine. No reason to rush.
What is the best applicator for a vertical cypress post? Foam roller? Nap Roller? Rub it in with a towel?
Stain pad. Do not roll.
Something like this?
Yes: https://www.twpstain.com/padco-stain-pads
I’m just finishing a deck with cumaru hardwood and will let it sit over the winter.
Will it oxidize enough under the Minnesota snow to apply twp 100 next spring?
Yes.
I am building a patio cover out of rough sawn redwood which is kiln dried. I plan to lightly sand it before staining. Do you recommend a waiting time before staining? Which formulation is available in Southern California?
If rough sawn you can stain right away as the article above explains. Do not sand. Use the TWP 1500 for CA.
I have purchased the TWP pro 100 stain for my fence. They are round fence posts placed in the ground with a single vertical round post between them. The posts have been in the ground from 1-3 months. They were purchased from Tractor Supply and Lowes. We need to get them stained before we put the wire up on them. I am not sure how to tell if they are rough sewn or not. Do they sound ready to stain? Thanks!
No, 4-12 months of weathering and then prep and stain.
We just had a cedar wall put up on our new deck. We want to stain and seal it with the rustic 1500 series. Reading about prepping we are getting that we are supposed to let it weather for many months first? Help!
Yes, the article above explains this about new wood. Do it in the Spring.
I have a one year old (untreated but now weathered) deck, ready to prep and stain. I used the two part Gemini kit, and with the help of a pressure washer (w a 40 degree spray head, held at least one foot off the surface at an angle) I was able to remove quite a bit of oxidation. I was careful not to gouge the wood. The Gemini kit really brought the deck back to life yesterday! But today I’m dealing with really fine fuzziness – it doesn’t seem to be the wood fibers, but it’s patchy here and there (pics attached.) It seems to come off some w a little leftover cleaner and a stiff nylon brush – but at 400 sq/ft I don’t necessarily want to hand scrub the whole thing unless it’s absolutely the only way to go. Should I pressure wash it again and then stain? Or pressure wash and repeat clean and brighten? Or sand it off? At a loss on this, but want to get it right. Any insight would be greatly appreciated!
Try to sand it off using a floor buffer and sanding pads.
Thanks for the quick response! Will I need to apply a new Gemini kit after that, or should a good water rinse do the trick?
Good water rinse should work.
I used TWP steps 1 and 2 on my deck. (The Gemini cleaner & brightened) There is now a green tint on parts of the wood. What do I do to fix that? It is a new deck about 18 months old and never been stained before.
That would be the internal pressure treated chemicals.
You didn’t answer Julie Tidwell’s question about what to do about the green tint.
It is not possible to “fix” this. It is part of the wood when treated with the PTP chemicals.
i basically have a brand new treated lumber deck , except for the floor joists, i have been working on it thru the summer, it looks great right now, do i have to wait till spring to stain it, if i do, will the brand new wood become weathered where i have to do a bunch of prep work on it next spring to get it to look like what it does now.. i certainly would like to get something on it now so i don”t have to go thru all that work next year…what are my options and what should i do, i”m reading all kinds of conflicting ideas on what i should do, could you please help me out as i am running out of time before winter comes
You will need to weather and prep it as the article above explains.
Hello, I’ve built an outdoor table from western red cedar posts cut to 3”x3”. Posts were in an outdoor but shaded lumber yard for the summer, then in my garage since August. I routered all edges and then sanded posts thoroughly with 60 and 120 grit sandpaper until outdoor-furniture smooth. Table has been finished for a couple weeks, but should the wood still be left outside untreated to weather for the Canadian winter? It feels like the wood will get pretty waterlogged….
Yes, weather and prep.
We have the Gemini Restore a Deck Kit to clean our 1 1/2 year old deck prior to staining. My question is will this harm the black metal spindles under the railing?
It should not but always test first.
Can this be used on a fence? I’ve seen only information on decking.
I’d like to know how much I would need for a six foot tall fence and 136 ft long.
Thank you
Yes, you can use it on a fence. Is the wood new? If so is it smooth or rough sawn cut?
It is new. It was installed the past June. I pressure washed it yesterday.
I’m not sure if rough or smooth. It is pressure treated dog ear fencing. Not sure if that helps.
Pictures?
I want to PRINT out the help guide for TWP1500 for staining a deck . What should I print? Do you have a complete guide?
You can easily print any of our help articles from your computer.
Applied the gemina restore a deck but due to weather, it was 6 weeks ago. Do I need to do both cleaner and brightener or just brightener before I stsin it?
Both would be best.
I am getting ready to stain my 4 month old deck. The product can states to clean it with bleach to prep it…the website says to clean and brighten? Which info do I follow? Confused In Iowa
Clean and brighten: https://www.twpstain.com/gemini-s-restore-a-deck-cleaner-and-brightener-kit
I did the cleaner on my 4 month old 14 X 28 cedar deck this weekend (tested approximately 10 locations with a two probe moisture meter and it averaged 13%). As the cleaner sat on the deck for the recommended 15 minutes I noticed a film forming (mill glaze coming off?). After pressure washing it still felt somewhat slimy. I then used the lightner and rinsed it off with a hose after 15 minutes. This morning the deck was dry but extremely blotchy with a white coating and cedar color coming through. I attempted to pressure wash it again with only minor improvement. If I stain it as is in 48 hours it will look horrible I assume. Do I need to sand the entire deck down before staining?
That is oxidation that you did not fully remove. Either redo the prep fully or sand it off.
What exactly is oxidation and how does it form on the wood AFTER cleaning with your product?
Oxidation is from UV graying to the wood cells. Has nothing to do with the cleaners or a result of the cleaning.
NEW WOOD- 12 MONTHS OLD
Which method is best to apply?
Spray then brush it
Brush Only
or Roller
Thanks
Stain pads or brushes are best.
I received RestoreADeck containers for my project. Both containers indicate contents to be 2 pounds or 32 ounces for 5 gallons of mixture. I weighed each container and they only weigh 30.8 ounces. Is that sufficient for 5 gallons?
It is by volume when you measure and yes that is enough for 5-gallons.
Replacing 18 window frames and trim in Maine on a lake (water front) property. All the new wood is pine. I have not installed the glass and glazing yet. Assume I have to wait the 4-9 months for new wood. Should I install the glass and glazing now or will the prep affect the new window glazing? Would the pine wood weather if I stored the frames inside or should they be exposed to the elements? Do you suggest a 1500 product?
Install windows, glass, glazing, and then let weather and prep when needed. Has to be exposed wood.
I’m kinda of disappointed that my deck now looks like this after applying your 1500 stain after eagerly waiting 12 months.
That is dirt and grime sitting on top of the deck stain, not a TWP stain failure. No stain can be immune to this.
Ok that’s a couple weeks after application so
I will heed your customer service advice and ignore it
I cleaned my new deck boards with Step 1, The area which was underneath an umbrella stand is still noticeably lighter than the boards that were exposed to the sun. Shouldn’t the cleaner have lightened this area? I also noticed some green straks on someboards. Again shouldn’t the cleaner have removed these streaks?
A cleaner cannot remove deep discoloration that is deep in the wood such as the deep green that is imbedded in your wood grain or an area that was protected from an umbrella stain.
I built a new deck with treated pine, it weathered for 10 months , I used a cleaner and brightened prior to staining. I used Twp natural 1500 stain In February 2020 , just one coat and it absorbed great.. I need to clean and put second coat on prior to winter…. what cleaner should I use? And should it use a brightner with the cleaner again or just a cleaner ?
The cleaner only should be okay.
Have a fence about a year old looks new still has a few spots that stay in the shade all day that have little grim, gonna lighty powerwash and stain it. i am in a very dry climate how long should i wait after the wash? planning 2 coats, its over 2800 sqft of fence. can roll it on and brush it out? was thinking maybe using a full size roller, instead of a mini. please advise on fastest application thanks. i dont want to spray.
Do not roll. Use a staining pad or brush for the best results. You can also pump spray on your first coat and then back brush your second coat.
ok, i have never had any luck with a staining pad, i get little to no coverage and it pushes it on the surface. spraying is out of the question, its by plants and a pool area. i guess i will brush 2800 sqft of fence. one coat? or 2 coats wet on wet? which would you reccommend? in a dry hot climate.
Two coats.
I live in Detroit, MI and put in a new treated wood deck Sept 2019. It has been 12 months, do I need to stain it before winter or would it be better to wait until spring 2021? Will it cause any damage or issues if I wait until next spring?
Either is okay.
We have a new fence that is aged and ready to stain. Cleaned and brightened over the weekend, allowed to dry for 48 hours. We were planning to stain this morning, but the horizontal surfaces are wet from dew. Do we need to wait another 24-48 hours to stain those surfaces? Assuming no more dew the next few mornings… thanks!
If minor dew you can stain later in the day after it burns off.
I’m getting ready to clean my deck and bought the restore and Brightener. The instructions say do 100 sq ft at a time. Does that mean that I do both clean/brightener at 100 sq ft or do I clean the complete deck at 100 sq ft at a time and then do the brightener the same way?
Clean all until done and then brighten all after.
Are you talking also about applying to pressure treated decking?
Does not matter the wood type. It is the same for all types.
Thanks.
Also, just to reiterate, I think I am understanding that as long as you use the 1500 (OR 100, too???) every 2 – 3 years, you should not have to actually remove it, is that right?
You should only need to reapply it?
Thanks for your help!
You always have to prep when reapplying. Use the Gemini Restore kit: https://www.twpstain.com/gemini-s-restore-a-deck-cleaner-and-brightener-kit
I read through this. Thanks. It sounds like this is for bare wood, though, not the TWP stained wood. Please clarify. Thanks!!
Yes, you have to use the pep when recoating.
I am having a new deck built and it will have a covered roof. It will basically be a screened in porch. How long do I need to wait for the deck to cure even though it will receive minimal sunlight? The contractor is going to use 5/4 PT deck boards from Lowe’s.
Same as the above article explains. 4-12 months.
Hello,
We have been following your recommended methodology for new wood:
The decks were installed in September, 2018.
The first coat of TWP 1530 was applied in September, 2019 after cleaning with Wood Deck Cleaner and Wood Deck Brightener.
September, 2020 is just around the corner and it is time for the second maintenance coat. We have a few questions before ordering more product.
You indicate using soapy water for cleaning before the second coat. Can you recommend a good soap or soaps to use? Or, should I use Restore-a-Deck products again? The decks are not very dirty and there is no mildew.
We have a full gallon of TWP 1530 remaining from 2019. Are there any changes In 2020 to the 1530 formula that would cause adverse interactions or coloration issues if used side by side? I was thinking we would use the older gallon on the vertical surfaces which still retain good color and the new gallons on the horizontal surfaces.
We have a single 13 foot long step separating two decks. I am always concerned about someone missing that step and falling. Yet, I don’t want to use a yellow line as might be used in an industrial environment to indicate the step. I was thinking of staining the leading edge of the step (it is 3 boards wide) a darker color, such as 1516 Rustic, to make it stand out. Your thoughts or opinion? Any other ideas are welcome.
Use the Gemini Prep Kit whenever recoating. No changes to the stain since last year. but always best to mix all the gallons together before using to ensure even color, etc. You can stain one step darker if you would like.
Thanks much for the quick response. Just to clarify…the PREPPING NEW WOOD FOR TWP STAINS calls for using soapy water if recoating after 12 months, but you are now saying to use the Restore-a-Deck product instead, correct? Use both the Cleaner and the Brightener? Or, only the Brightener? How much of the color from the first coat will be removed? Or, is this not something to be concerned about? Thanks!
Whenever you recoat you need the Gemini Restore Kit. Use both and it is okay if removing any color, etc.
If you are just trying to remove dirt and grime and not recoating, you need soapy water.
Hello, I have a few questions related to our fence/arbor/lattice staining project.
1.) We live in Western Washington. Is 100 series most appropriate product for our region?
2.) Approximately 1600 sq. feet of new, rough sawn cedar, and 200 sq. feet of old unstained cedar. Please help me calculate how much stain we will need for all that vertical wood.
3.) I plan to use the Gemini kit to clean/brighten the old wood, but I don’t need to do anything to the new fencing do I? It has been standing in place for about two months, and we will be staining in early September.
4.) Is it correct that we only need to do one coat for the new wood, but two (wet on wet) for the old cedar?
5.) If #4 is correct, how long should we wait until we apply a second coat, and do we need to clean it before doing so?
Thanks in advance for your advice.
1. Yes.
2. About 15-20 gallons for the two coats.
3. If the new rough sawn is clean and not gray, you do not have to prep.
4. 2 coats for rough sawn.
5.
We have a new redwood deck and pergola. We have your stain and cleaner. Is there a difference in prep between the deck and pergola? Also, is sanding a process that would improve application?
Same prep. Sanding is not usually needed.
I am building a bench with cast iron ends and cypress slats as a gift to my daughter. The bench will be used in an outdoor sitting area. Location is middle Georgia. The cypress slats are approximately 1” thick and were cut from board’s purchased many years ago, so plenty dry. Can 100 series be applied to the slats after cutting to size and sanding or does the wood need to age after sanding? Intending to use 100 series dark oak. Thanks.
Needs to age and prep.
I just ordered several TWP100 stain samples to start testing colors on wood scraps as construction of our pressure treated pine deck in Kentucky is nearly completed, finally. The deck boards, 6×6 posts, and 2×12 bandboards/joists were delivered in late February 2020 and construction started in March, but the deck boards were not completely installed until the end of June. Although we have had a fair amount of rain these deck components are dry or drying out and getting that grayish patina. The challenge is that the 2×12 treads and 2x6s, and 2x4s making up the guard rails and step guards were recently acquired, and are not yet dry…….
Question: Can I use the Gemeni cleaner/brightener on the deck boards, posts, and bandboards and then stain these components this November and then wait until the Spring to prep/clean and then stain the remaining components ?
Thanks, CR
Just do it all in Spring. Much easier and the wood will be fine.
Nearing the completion of my spring/summer project: a multi-level raised bed garden built with pressure treated pine boards of varying width. The seat at the gate includes scrap wood from an old cedar box. Am also nearing completion of a driveway/sidewalk handrail with pressure treated 4x4s. Will mount solar lamps on posts when finished.
(Pictures reveal that I am obviously an “amateur” carpenter. 68 yr old retired nurse w very little experience building/painting/staining.)
What would be the best process for prepping/staining/maintaining this project? I want a great look with minimal future upkeep.
Have not been very impressed with reviews from several other stain manufacturers.
Thanks. Looking forward to your response
Best to follow the directions for new wood in the article which means you probably will be prepping and staining next Spring. Use the TWP 1500 Series.
I had a new Cedar deck built a month ago in Minnesota. Looks like I could go with either 100 series or 1500 series. My neighbor has a great looking porch she stained with 1500 series Cedartone. It has a slight visual sheen to it that I’m after. Which series do you recommend for Minnesota? And if it’s 100 series will that have more or less sheen than the 1500 series look that I like?
TWP does not come in a shine and if hers is shiny, it was over-applied and can lead to failure. You can use either series for MN. Most use the 100 Series.
It’s not “really” shiny…it kind of appears that it might be from the street, but when you get up close it’s not actually glossy it’s matte. Does this still sound like over application?
Not if matte. TWP needs to fully soak in, not lay on top of the wood.
I have a new cedar fence, installed 3 months ago. I’ll be staining with TWP 100 series. Can I go directly to staining or should I use a cleaner first? The wood has not grayed any and has a clean appearance. Thanks
You have to prep first as the article above explains. https://www.twpstain.com/gemini-s-restore-a-deck-cleaner-and-brightener-kit
Thanks so much for the speedy reply. The cedar fencing is rough sawn. I’d found this info about staining rough sawn cedar on your website:
“Note: New Rough Sawn vertical wood/fencing can be stained right away with no wait and with no prep as it does have mill glaze and is very absorbent. Just make sure the wood is fully dry. If Rough sawn wood has aged or oxidized (grayed) then it will need to be prepped with Gemini Restore Kit. One coat for most instances of newly installed Rough Sawn wood.”
Is 3 months still considered “New”? If I can avoid doing the cleaner and brightener steps, that would be a big plus.
thanks again
Rough sawn wood that has been sitting for 3 months has most likely oxidized somewhat. Can you send pictures?
You’re right, the exterior side (rough cut/long fence pic) upon closer inspection has faded a little more than I had thought, so would probably benefit from the cleaner and brightener.
Not sure about the interior side, though (with stringers and plants). It looks a lot better-Gets a lot less sunlight. What do you think?
thanks!
a couple more pics…
You should prep both sides as your cross beams are smooth wood, not rough sawn.
I am applying cedartone TWP 100 to new rough sawn cedar before I construct my pergola. Should I do only one coat or do I do the wet on wet process?
Rough sawn is typically pretty absorbent so two light coats applied wet on wet will probably be needed.
Installed new eastern cedar deck 12 months ago. Now ready to stain with clear stain. Love the gray weathered wood which matches house perfectly. Afraid cleaning prep will remove gray. In this case do I need to do the prep you recommend?
You have to prep and yes it will remove the gray. You cannot just apply the TWP over the gray. Using the Clear, the wood will gray naturally again.
Even though I kept all untreated surfaces wet and rinsed after clean, I still have residue and spotting on my composite deck and metal spindles. What is the best way to clean step #1 and step #2 off of those surfaces?
Try some warm water with some dish soapy and pressure wash off. Wipe all spindles with rags when done before they dry. It is like removing soap spots from a car before they dry from a car wash.
Just replaced my old deck with composite with cedar railings and fascia boards. I understand I should wait 4-12 months before using Restore-A-Deck and TWP 100. Can I sand the new wood now and just do the prep work in May or wait to sand. If I should wait, how long do you recommend?
No need to sand. Just prep in the Spring and then stain.
Hello, I have a new pressure treated ACQ pine deck with cedar railings and cedar ledge. Several questions, should I use TWP100 or 1500 series? How long should I wait to stain/seal the different types of wood, as I was told to stain the cedar right away or it will turn gray. Also, since its all new will it require prepping or should I be fine with just powerwashing? Thanks.
Where do you live for the stain to use? The wood type does not matter, you still have to wait 4+ months. Yes, you have to prep as the article above explains.
Thank you. Im in long island NY. The rails are cedar but are rough cut, not smooth. I suppose I can stain those right away?
Rough cut, yes. A lot easier to do all at the same time though once the ACQ weathers and then you prep. You need the TWP 1500 for NY.
We have a new cedar deck, we prepped it by cleaning with a brighter, then it rain on and off for a month, we finally had no rain in forecast and stained it, then a pop up shower happened about 8 hours after! Water beaded up and we swept off excess water. It’s been about 5 days, is it cured yet; there is one spot where it looks like stain didn’t take and kinda rubs off. Am I in trouble, did rain ruin the whole deck?
Looks fine except for that one spot. Touch it up.
We sanded 2 coats of old stain from our 12″ x 20′ deck and steps. It’s down to the bare wood. Was finished it a month ago. Is it ready to stain with TWP clear stain now ? Any more prep needed ? Can I buy TWP stain in Halifax, Nova Scotia ?
For Canada, you can only use the TWP 200 Series: https://www.twpstain.com/twp-200-series-5-gallon
We ship from our website. Prep with this kit first: https://www.twpstain.com/gemini-s-restore-a-deck-cleaner-and-brightener-kit