Make Restoring Your Exterior Wood …Easy!
Restore-A-Deck Cleaner and Brightener system is a powerful “eco-friendly” two-part restoration system.
Step 1 Wood and Deck Cleaner that deeply cleans your wood to remove dirt, grime, mold, algae and general graying. The cleaner will help prep neglected wood and or prep for re-coating with a wood or deck stain.
Step 2 Wood Brightener is used after the wood cleaner to “brighten” the wood while neutralizing the cleaner to a natural pH balance. This step will improve the overall appearance of your wood while helping the wood deck stain longevity.
100% Biodegradable product- Concentrated powder formula – Cleans up to 1000 sq. feet!
- Prep wood surfaces for re-coating with a wood or deck stain
- Restores weathered gray wood to natural color
- Eco-friendly
I just cleaned my year old wolmanized wood deck with both steps of Gemini cleaner and brightener. There is a white residue on most of the wood. Used a pressure washer on step 1 and garden hose on step 2. Can I apply 1500 stain over this or must it be removed.
Thank you
[quote name=”Mike Burgess”]Will brightner clear white residue from cleaner?[/quote]
No but water should.
Will brightener clear white residue from cleaner?
Will brightner clear white residue from cleaner?
[quote name=”Dianne”]I moved into a brand new house 1 year ago. The back deck and front steps have never been stained or sealed, but now have one year of weathering. What is the best way to prep and stain them?[/quote]
The Gemini Restore Kit would be best.
I moved into a brand new house 1 year ago. The back deck and front steps have never been stained or sealed, but now have one year of weathering. What is the best way to prep and stain them?
[quote name=”BD”]Hello,
I’ve built a new deck with “outdoor wood” treated Hem/fir decking. It is days old and would like to get it done before winter sets in, if possible. I am in WA state. I’d like to prep and stain it with the restore a deck kit, followed by a TWP 100 stain. Can I pick these products up in the Portland Oregon area?[/quote]
Please read this about new wood:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
[quote name=”Chris12″]I’m replacing a lot of the wood on my deck this year, leaving only the main posts (in the ground) and the joists. All the rest will be new wood. For the new wood, I read that I should wait 4-12 months before applying the stain/sealer. For the old wood (treated pine, not greyed or very weathered) what prepping do I need to do before applying your stain, AND should I use a different stain for the old wood than I do for the new?[/quote]
Same stain for both wood. Use the Gemini Restore kit for the prep.
Hello,
I’ve built a new deck with “outdoor wood” treated Hem/fir decking. It is days old and would like to get it done before winter sets in, if possible. I am in WA state. I’d like to prep and stain it with the restore a deck kit, followed by a TWP 100 stain. Can I pick these products up in the Portland Oregon area?
I’m replacing a lot of the wood on my deck this year, leaving only the main posts (in the ground) and the joists. All the rest will be new wood. For the new wood, I read that I should wait 4-12 months before applying the stain/sealer. For the old wood (treated pine, not greyed or very weathered) what prepping do I need to do before applying your stain, AND should I use a different stain for the old wood than I do for the new?
[quote name=”RickG”][quote name=”TheSealerStore”][quote name=”RickG”]Why would I need to use Gemini Restore-A-Deck on a brand new deck with treated wood?[/quote]
To remove mill glaze. Please read this:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/%5B/quote%5D
I was told to sand the deck down first, I guess to remove the treated material, and then stain. Should I still do this?[/quote]
No need to sand. Just use the kit.
[quote name=”TheSealerStore”][quote name=”RickG”]Why would I need to use Gemini Restore-A-Deck on a brand new deck with treated wood?[/quote]
To remove mill glaze. Please read this:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/%5B/quote%5D
I was told to sand the deck down first, I guess to remove the treated material, and then stain. Should I still do this?
[quote name=”RickG”]Why would I need to use Gemini Restore-A-Deck on a brand new deck with treated wood?[/quote]
To remove mill glaze. Please read this:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
Why would I need to use Gemini Restore-A-Deck on a brand new deck with treated wood?
[quote name=”RogerK”]My original application of TWP1500 done last fall was limited, due to weather conditions, to a single coat. Rain, snow and sun have caused the color to fade considerable. I’m looking to reapply the stain and I was wondering if besides using the restore-a-deck kit, would I also want to utilize a wet-on-wet application.[/quote]
Yes on the Gemini Restore kit for the prep. You can do two very light coats applied wet on wet as long as the stain absorbs into the wood.
My original application of TWP1500 done last fall was limited, due to weather conditions, to a single coat. Rain, snow and sun have caused the color to fade considerable. I’m looking to reapply the stain and I was wondering if besides using the restore-a-deck kit, would I also want to utilize a wet-on-wet application.
[quote name=”Hgray”]I accidentally sent an email without finishing it. Sorry. Here’s the actual email:
It seems like it’s best to use the two restore-a-deck products on my deck, wait 2-3 days for it to dry, and then stain the deck. However, we haven’t been getting continuous sun. If I use restore a deck and then it rains for a few days after that, is it OK to wait a few weeks – and the deck has been dry for 2-3 days – before I stain it? In other words, is it OK if the cleaning and the staining part are done a few weeks apart?
Thank you,
Helen[/quote]
Try not to wait more then 1-2 weeks after using the kit.
I accidentally sent an email without finishing it. Sorry. Here’s the actual email:
It seems like it’s best to use the two restore-a-deck products on my deck, wait 2-3 days for it to dry, and then stain the deck. However, we haven’t been getting continuous sun. If I use restore a deck and then it rains for a few days after that, is it OK to wait a few weeks – and the deck has been dry for 2-3 days – before I stain it? In other words, is it OK if the cleaning and the staining part are done a few weeks apart?
Thank you,
Helen
[quote name=”J Hughes”]Can you tell me the cost to ship one Gemini restore kit and one gallon of the TWP 100 Series stain. I haven’t decided on a color yet. Do you have any stores in the Northwest area like Seattle so the shipping might be less to our area.
Our address is Montesano, WA 98563
Thank you,
Joy Hughes[/quote]
Shipping is about $20 to WA for this. We only ship from MI. Thx!
[quote name=”robert varteresian”]i recently sun(8-10)stain my deck with cedartone 100 after using restore a deck cleaner.question is i didnt apply a second coat at that time because the color looked fine, now my wife wants to do a second coat on the spindles and railing…. can i do that and when should i???? thanks bob[/quote]
Best to wait until Spring of next year.
i recently sun(8-10)stain my deck with cedartone 100 after using restore a deck cleaner.question is i didnt apply a second coat at that time because the color looked fine, now my wife wants to do a second coat on the spindles and railing…. can i do that and when should i???? thanks bob
[quote name=”budman2992″]This is a great cleaner, love the results of cleaner have been cleaning the old stain off my house and have been using this product it works well ,, but have to do 2 times to get results that that I want and I’m using 2 times the #1 part is there any way that I can buy just the #1 part of the package I’ve got some that I ordered last year along with 3- 5 gal. of the 100 clear and 3-5 gal. of the ceader tone stain , 1-5 gal. of the Storm Shield to put on deck after cleaning and staining ,but I need more of the #1 part of the Deck Restore ,is there any way I could buy more of the part #1 in the D.R. cleaning kit without buying the #2 part I have extra of this being that my house , has westen ceder lap siding and also my shop buildind , can you tell me would you sell just the part #1, I need as I figure 3 more #1 containers to finish my house being I have to clean 2 times ??? thank you , Ira Helton I have bought 35 gallons of stain , but can’t put it on with out more of this product ?[/quote]
We do not sell cleaner only from site but you can order over the phone.
This is a great cleaner, love the results of cleaner have been cleaning the old stain off my house and have been using this product it works well ,, but have to do 2 times to get results that that I want and I’m using 2 times the #1 part is there any way that I can buy just the #1 part of the package I’ve got some that I ordered last year along with 3- 5 gal. of the 100 clear and 3-5 gal. of the ceader tone stain , 1-5 gal. of the Storm Shield to put on deck after cleaning and staining ,but I need more of the #1 part of the Deck Restore ,is there any way I could buy more of the part #1 in the D.R. cleaning kit without buying the #2 part I have extra of this being that my house , has westen ceder lap siding and also my shop buildind , can you tell me would you sell just the part #1, I need as I figure 3 more #1 containers to finish my house being I have to clean 2 times ??? thank you , Ira Helton I have bought 35 gallons of stain , but can’t put it on with out more of this product ?
[quote name=”AmyfromMo”]We had a beautiful deck built 3 years ago. We let it cure etc and then had it stained. It looked like color just sat on top of wood and peeled within months. We has it sanded and done again (can still see some of old stain thru a it it looks awful. We want to start over. First off, where suggest finding a reputable person to so for us who knows your produvts? Then do we need to (1) step one of Gemini (2) do we need to use Gemini stripped or try sanding again? (3) brightened from kit (4) then the twp stain!? Before step 4 should all old stain be off or will be some old stuff there? Last time we sanded and sanded and didn’t all come up. Plus, we have metal railings with wood on top. How do we strip that and any way to get stain off that dropped on the metal? Such a beautifully built deck but poorly finished! So disappointing. Help![/quote]
You should remove all of the old stain. Strip off as much as possible with the Restore A Deck Stripper. Sand if needed after. Use the RAD Brightener and rinse after 10 minutes. When the wood is dry and prepped you can then use the TWP.
We had a beautiful deck built 3 years ago. We let it cure etc and then had it stained. It looked like color just sat on top of wood and peeled within months. We has it sanded and done again (can still see some of old stain thru a it it looks awful. We want to start over. First off, where suggest finding a reputable person to so for us who knows your produvts? Then do we need to (1) step one of Gemini (2) do we need to use Gemini stripped or try sanding again? (3) brightened from kit (4) then the twp stain!? Before step 4 should all old stain be off or will be some old stuff there? Last time we sanded and sanded and didn’t all come up. Plus, we have metal railings with wood on top. How do we strip that and any way to get stain off that dropped on the metal? Such a beautifully built deck but poorly finished! So disappointing. Help!
[quote name=”Steveo08″]Hi, will the Gemini Restore-A-Deck Kit remove stains caused by use of the wrong nails on a cedar deck rails? Our contractor apparently used screws that reacted with the oils in the cedar causing black/grey spots. We are currently in month 2 of letting the new cedar weather, and we’re planning on staining in month 10. Prior to doing that, we will use this brightener/cleaner product, but wanted to find out if the contractor needs to replace all the railings or if this will take care of it. Please let me know. Thanks![/quote]
That is rust from the nails and from him using the wrong nails. The Kit may remove it temporarily but most likely they will come back when it rains.
Hi, will the Gemini Restore-A-Deck Kit remove stains caused by use of the wrong nails on a cedar deck rails? Our contractor apparently used screws that reacted with the oils in the cedar causing black/grey spots. We are currently in month 2 of letting the new cedar weather, and we’re planning on staining in month 10. Prior to doing that, we will use this brightener/cleaner product, but wanted to find out if the contractor needs to replace all the railings or if this will take care of it. Please let me know. Thanks!
[quote name=”EddieFish”]What sort of process is involved with the cleaning/brightening kit? is this a hands and knees operation or a bit less labor intensive? We would like to order the kit but would like to know what we are getting into first, and we have concerns about the champion standard poodle show dogs in the household as well.[/quote]
You need a pump sprayer and a pressure washer for best results. You can read here for instructions:
http://www.twpstain.com/how-to-prep-with-gemini-restore-kit
What sort of process is involved with the cleaning/brightening kit? is this a hands and knees operation or a bit less labor intensive? We would like to order the kit but would like to know what we are getting into first, and we have concerns about the champion standard poodle show dogs in the household as well.
[quote name=”mary lee”]I have received samples of semi transparent 1500 series stains and have made a choice.
Pretreated pine fence (144 feet)built by Lowes 5/30/14.
Question: Can I purchase and do Gemini pretreatment in Oct/Nov? How soon afterwards can I do the stain?
Thank you.
Mary[/quote]
Yes you can do this in October/November as long as the weather is warm enough. Stain 2 days after the Gemini Kit prep.
I have received samples of semi transparent 1500 series stains and have made a choice.
Pretreated pine fence (144 feet)built by Lowes 5/30/14.
Question: Can I purchase and do Gemini pretreatment in Oct/Nov? How soon afterwards can I do the stain?
Thank you.
Mary
[quote name=”Mike X”]The Behr stain I applied two years ago is heavily peeled and has some mildew. The cleaner and stain I use must be safe for the koi pond right next to the deck, considering potential overspray and runoff. Would appreciate your recommendation.[/quote]
The cleaner is safe but you should not get the stain into the water as it is oil based and will float on top of the pond water.
The Behr stain I applied two years ago is heavily peeled and has some mildew. The cleaner and stain I use must be safe for the koi pond right next to the deck, considering potential overspray and runoff. Would appreciate your recommendation.
[quote name=”phyllis miller”]Live in the NW on a salt water beach. Last year cleaned my 30 yr old cedar deck, sanded, staining with TWP; this year would like to clean and brighten it and then apply a second coat of stain. I have your Restore-A-Deck kit. After applying the step 1 cleaner, can I wait a day, wet, and then do the step 2 brightener? Or, must I do it right away? Thanks, PK[/quote]
You should brighten right after the cleaning.
Live in the NW on a salt water beach. Last year cleaned my 30 yr old cedar deck, sanded, staining with TWP; this year would like to clean and brighten it and then apply a second coat of stain. I have your Restore-A-Deck kit. After applying the step 1 cleaner, can I wait a day, wet, and then do the step 2 brightener? Or, must I do it right away? Thanks, PK
[quote name=”Ron Joswiak”]Trying to find TWP in Minnesota. The previous painter used TWP 101 cedar tone many years ago and I want to use the same![/quote]
We can ship there. If you order today you will have it Wednesday or Thursday for MN.
Trying to find TWP in Minnesota. The previous painter used TWP 101 cedar tone many years ago and I want to use the same!
[quote name=”mdurepos”]I just wanted to say that I used the Restore-a-Deck on my 2 yr old (never been protected ) Pressure treated pine deck earlier this week. Last night I finished up before sunset and the deck looked nice. When I looked at it this morning with the morning sun drying it up I was AMAZED! It looked better than the day it was built. If it looks this good now,I can’t wait to see what it looks like after I apply the TWP 1500. Its nice to see results like this when you spend the time to research a product and work hard to get those results. More to follow. Thanks[/quote]
Awesome! Thanks for the post. When applying the TWP make sure to apply evenly and do not over apply. If some stain does not absorb after 40 minutes you can wipe off the excess with a rag. Make sure to follow the directions on the can. It is not hard to apply, just do not want you to think that more is better.
I just wanted to say that I used the Restore-a-Deck on my 2 yr old (never been protected ) Pressure treated pine deck earlier this week. Last night I finished up before sunset and the deck looked nice. When I looked at it this morning with the morning sun drying it up I was AMAZED! It looked better than the day it was built. If it looks this good now,I can’t wait to see what it looks like after I apply the TWP 1500. Its nice to see results like this when you spend the time to research a product and work hard to get those results. More to follow. Thanks
[quote name=”Michael Blalock”]During a recent remodel, my contractor used TWP-100 to seal plywood flooring since the framing above it was postponed a few months and the plywood was open to the weather.
I want to paint the floor, rather than stain it – so what prep would you recommend to remove your product well enough for the plywood to accept Benjamin Moore porch paint?[/quote]
Use the Restore A Deck stain Stripper and pressure washing.
[quote name=”joyce linn”]I used this restore a deck and so far it is working great, but need to prep a few stubborn spots, can I purchase just the 1st step[/quote]
Sorry but we do not just sell the Step 1 individually.
I used this restore a deck and so far it is working great, but need to prep a few stubborn spots, can I purchase just the 1st step
During a recent remodel, my contractor used TWP-100 to seal plywood flooring since the framing above it was postponed a few months and the plywood was open to the weather.
I want to paint the floor, rather than stain it – so what prep would you recommend to remove your product well enough for the plywood to accept Benjamin Moore porch paint?
[quote name=”FLM”]I have a WRC dock stained with 2 coats of TWP 105 applied wet on wet. The stain is still in good shape but starting to look thin. I want to re-stain with more 105 before the current stain starts to fail. What do you recommend I do/use for prep in this situation?[/quote]
Use the Gemini Restore Kit for the prep.
I have a WRC dock stained with 2 coats of TWP 105 applied wet on wet. The stain is still in good shape but starting to look thin. I want to re-stain with more 105 before the current stain starts to fail. What do you recommend I do/use for prep in this situation?
[quote name=”Mead Dogman”]Just had a redwood deck installed. We live in Colorado where the sun is very intense. What would the proper timeframe be before applying the TWP stain – still the 4 months minimum / 12 months maximum? Thanks![/quote]
Yes on waiting:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
Just had a redwood deck installed. We live in Colorado where the sun is very intense. What would the proper timeframe be before applying the TWP stain – still the 4 months minimum / 12 months maximum? Thanks!
[quote name=”Brian D”]Hi, I have cedar deck that I stained with TPW 1501 last year. It looked awesome and perfomred well through the PA winter. Althogh it still pefromed well, the deck became very dirty over the last year and when I called to order more stain, the lady on the phone said to use the restore a deck at a lesser strength to not take the stain up. I used it at half strength and now most of the stain is gone. There are spots where it is not. is it okay to restain as is? what can I use in the future to just clean the dek without having to take the stain off? Thank you.[/quote]
Yes you can apply the coat of stain to the wood. It is best to use the Gemini when reapplying the TWP for the prep as the new coat will adhere better. When not reapplying try just cleaning with a little bit of soapy water and a soft push broom to remove dirt.
Hi, I have cedar deck that I stained with TPW 1501 last year. It looked awesome and perfomred well through the PA winter. Althogh it still pefromed well, the deck became very dirty over the last year and when I called to order more stain, the lady on the phone said to use the restore a deck at a lesser strength to not take the stain up. I used it at half strength and now most of the stain is gone. There are spots where it is not. is it okay to restain as is? what can I use in the future to just clean the dek without having to take the stain off? Thank you.
[quote name=”Roberto”]I just finished building a rough sawn douglas fir porch cover with my contractor. Unfortunately, when he cut the bolts with the grinding wheel, it left a residue of either burnt metal (or the aluminum oxide grinding disc dust). He came back and sandblasted it, but some of it, and a little bit of grease from the grading chains at the saw mill remain. Any suggestions?[/quote]
Not sure on how to remove the grease or the burnt metal. Deck cleaners will not remove it.