1 RAD Stripper and 1 RAD Brightener
Coverage: 750-1000 sq. feet per kit. Each Kit Makes 5 Gallons of Stain Stripper and 5 Gallons of Wood Brightener
Note: The Restore-A-Deck Stain Stripper needs to be neutralized with the included Restore-a-Deck Wood Brightener.
DESCRIPTION
Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Stripper is a biodegradable, powdered concentrate that quickly removes worn finishes to restore wood surfaces. Stains and deck coatings are removed along with collected dirt, mold, mildew and mill glaze.
This product is Step 1 Stripper of the Restore A Deck system.
WHERE TO USE
Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Stripper removes most oil and latex based finishes including: clear sealers, transparent stains, and semi-transparent stains.
SURFACE PREPARATION:
Surfaces to be stripped must be above 50°F. Protect adjacent surfaces; cover with plastic sheets and/or tape off any adjacent areas not being stripped. Thoroughly wet and/or cover plants and shrubs. Rinsing residue will not harm plants or roots. Exposure to full strength product will burn foliage.
ADVANTAGES
- #1 Rated Wood Deck Stain Stripper
- Removes most clear, transparent, semi-transparent, and semi-solid coatings.
- Powdered formula makes 5 liquid gallons when mixed
- Extremely cost effective. When mixed, the cost is less than $7 a gallon.
- Eco-Safe formulas
- Preps previously stained wood and decks
- Safe to use on all exterior wood surfaces, not just decks
- Applied with pump sprayer for max results
- Can be mixed at a stronger ratio for difficult to remove finishes. Max would be 3 gallons of water to one container of Restore-A-Deck Stripper
Coverage: 500-1000 sq.feet per container
Removes:
- Transparent and Semi-Transparent Oil-Based Stains
- Most Semi-Transparent Water-Based Stains
- Water Sealers
Important Note: Restore-A-Deck Stain Stripper may not fully remove Solid Color Wood Stains, Paints, Varnishes, and Excessively Over-Applied Acrylic Semi-Transparent and Semi-Solid Coatings. To remove these deck and wood stain types, use the RAD Paint & Solid Stain Stripper
Redwood deck. I used RAD cleaner and brightener Saturday then TWP semi-solid on Sunday. I’m realizing now that TWP is not a RAD product and probably falls under the “wait 48hrs” rule. Will I have to start over?
It is most likley fine as long as the wood was dry when you stained it.
I have a red cedar greenhouse built in 2020. Stained with Arborcoat clear stain from Benjamin Moore. Every piece was stained before the kit was assembled. It did exactly the opposite of what I desired. Initially it looked great but by the fall of last year it started to blacken. Now it looks worst than if nothing was done. My question is, would Restore a Deck stripper and brightener remove the blackened areas? Would it harm the plexiglass panels? Would I require the gel for vertical areas? I would then stain with your cedar tone 201 which I had used on my decks, after the fact. Wish I would have used it on the greenhouse.
Use the RAD Stripper with both additives for this and then the brightener. It should not harm the plexiglass.
Can I use a solid paint stripper and then the rad stripper and brightener
A paint stripper can be used first if needed but in most cases, it will not remove paint or a solid stain from a deck.
Is this harmful to plants, trees, or animals? Would like to know before I go start spraying my fence on the neighbors side.
It is eco-safe but while using it, you need to take precations to cover plants and keep animals away. Once it all dries, there are not any issues.
Is it possible to tone down 1500 series pecan semi-transparent stain with mineral spirits or linseed oil? Or, any other way to do so?
You cannot thin it but you can add the TWP 1500 in Clear to tone down the color.
I have two backyard side fences. I have stained one side with one coat of 1500 in pecan color. My wife doesn’t like the color. She thinks it’s too orange-ish.
If I strip & brighten the stained fence and then applied 1500 in ‘natural cedar’, would both fences look the same color.
I have lots of frustration with my wife about this but it’s best not to say why!!
Thanks for your help
I would highly suggest getting some samples so you are not in trouble again:https://www.twpstain.com/stain-samples
To tone down the orange you can use Dark Oak 1503 or even a combination of the Pecan and Dark Oak.
That is part of the frustrating part. We did order six samples and applied them on the same fence materials. My wife and I both agreed that pecan looked good. Now she’d like me to stain it natural cedar.
If I strip the semi-transparent stain on one fence and then stain both fences with another 1500 series in a color that my wife will hopefully like, will both fences look the same? I am worried that your stripper/brightener will not be able to remove ALL of the stain, although I would love to be wrong. I am worried that both fences will not match when all is said and ‘stained’.
(If I do re-stain, my wife will probably want it stained a third time, in mauve and fuchsia polka-dots!!)
Yes, it will remove the current stain with the stripper and will match when done.
I tested stripping one fence panel and I am VERY impressed. At first, as I was pressure washing the stripper/stain off, it didn’t seem to change things that much but after it dried it seemed to magically remove the stain. I haven’t tried the brightener, so I’m sure it will help that much more.
Despite that happy result, there are some additional issues that I need more help with (sorry):1. My wife, who seems to be pushing me towards insanity, likes how the stripper turned out. But now she just wants to go over the pecan semi-transparent with a solid TWP stain. If we did do that, would the present stain still need to be stripped?2. I am asking my wife to select a different semi-transparent stain. I thought I saw that natural (or cedar tone) was what the majority of TWP customers purchase. Is that correct (and in which color)?3. We now have about 7 gallons of pecan 1500 series that we don’t know what to do with. This question may turn out to be a disaster, maybe now, but do you have any suggestions of how to recolor the pecan stain to something that’s closer to natural or cedar tone?
(BTW, I just ordered another round of samples)
Thanks very much for all the TA!
1. TWP does not come in a solid stain. It comes in a semi-solid but it is not allowed in NY.2. TWP 1501 Cedartone is the most popular color.3. You could add the Honeytone or Clear into it to lighten but there is not a ratio or % mix that will match the other 1500 colors.
My boat dock floor, stained 2 years ago, really needs a new coat of stain. However, the post, stained 4 years ago, seem to be okay. My plan is to stain the post with one coat of TWP120, then after a couple of days, protect them with plastic while i use the RAD Stripper and Brightener on the floor. Does this seem reasonable?
Yes, that should be okay.
I have mahogany window trim on cedar shake house. Siding is stained with sherwin williams woodscapes and trim has TWP applied 2 years ago (on new material without weathering). In many areas, TWP is faded and seems as though washed off. What is the correct prep product (stripper or cleaner) and how to avoid damage to the adjacent siding from overspray of prep product/or when power washing ? Tx
You cannot spot apply the prep products and not harm the siding from over spray that is right next to it. You would have to redo the stain on the siding as well for all. It would be easier to sand the trim for prep. Use 80 grit paper and one coat of stain after.
If I add the thickening gel to the stripper for my vertical posts will it work in my sprayer? If not, how is it applied? Thank you.
Yes, it can be sprayed with a quality pump sprayer.
Wherecan I find the ihstructions for deck stripping and brightening ?
On the packaging for each product and on the product pages in the pictures.
I over applied on the floor of my deck. What do you suggest I do to fix this?
https://www.twpstainhelp.com/twp-stain-is-spotty-or-shiny/
Finished step 1 cleaning yesterday and redwood deck has dried overnight, should I rewet with water before brightener, soaking wet (puddles) or just mist?Thanks,Joe
Just mist.
thought that might be the answer, even oil on oil? Oh well, thank you! was curious to know what the finish would look like, whether or not it would have a sheen or lustred look. Always appreciate your insight! Joe
No sheen and it will peel.
Curious about the following: cedar deck, installed summer of 2020, aged over winter (live in the north east), cleaned, brightened, sanded, brightened again, finish with single coat of AC semi transparent Cedar. looks great. Question: could I apply a topcoat of TWP 1500 clear preservative once the AC stain has cure? thanks!
No, you can never apply a clear sealer over a deck stain. It will peel.
Our pressure treated wood deck is over 15 years old and has Honey Brown Rymar Wood Sealer on it that’s probably 6 years old (and the same stain was used 4 years before that). We’re planning to use TWP 1501 Cedartone. Do we just need to use the RAD Stripper/Brightener Kit before applying the TWP?
Yes, that is correct.
Do we need to use the additives when stripping or is it not necessary for the type of stain we’re removing?
Do you have a picture of the current condition that you can post?
Sure, here are a couple. Thanks!
Get the additives. It will help with all those spindles. You have a lot!
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Can the stripper and brightener be applied in a light rain?
I was also reading about the wet on wet application process and it sounds like we only need to do a single application to the vertical surfaces (spindles), and we’ll go over the horizontal surfaces a second time w/in 10-60 min of the first application. Is that right?
Light rain, yes. Not pouring rain. Application is correct.
I applied 100 to new cedar wood 6 months ago. Intent was to keep wood in good shape over winter. I want to apply a semi transparent stain over it now. How do I prepare the wood to accept new stain.
Use this kit for maintenance coats: https://www.twpstain.com/gemini-s-restore-a-deck-cleaner-and-brightener-kit
have two yr red wood deck. unfortunately, used sherwin williams superdeck/ducksback semi transparent oil stain recommended by their reg manager. the stain looked fine initially and several weeks later lifted off in some areas and appears to have run streaking the wood. second time handed sanded the deck to bare redwood and repeated process second time. same thing happened. third attempt sanded again and was furnished semi transparent oil base super deck by sherwin also with a deck cleaner and was assured it would work. one month later same thing happened. even their rep is clueless on what to do. nothing wrong with the redwood. want to use a TPW oil based product this time but being told by a third party that some kind of cleaner/stripper must be used because the oil from the superdeck must be removed first before applying your oil based stain. what do u recommend for the fourth time trying to stain a deck. shouldn’t be the headache and costs it has run . also, what process, product or line do u recommend and I prefer a more intense color than your red barn sample.thanks
Prep with this kit to remove the Super Deck: https://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-stripper-brightener-kit-detail
Then stain with the TWP 1500 or 100 Series.
Do you have to apply the stripper and brightener with a spray tool or can you roll it on and rinse off with pressure washer?
Apply with a pump sprayer and pressure wash off.
After applying the RAD stripper with a sprayer, do you scrub the deck wood? Or just hose it off?The same question for the Brightener?
You pressure wash it off after 15 minutes. The brightener you just rinse off after 15 minutes.
Thanks, Greg
Thanks for response. Behr product left splotchy areas where that product lifted from wood. Original plan is to use stripper all areas, use large commercial sander and the brightener. Will brightener raise wood fibers requiring another light sanding? Thanks – John
Never sand after applying the brightener. You want the grain to raise so the TWP can soak in deeper. When sanding prior, use no more that 60-80 grit.
Central Oklahoma area: 1200 sqft PT deck previously stained with Behr product 2 yrs ago. Want to strip/prep and use TWP 120 Pecan. Somewhat confused regarding using Restore-A-Deck kit or should I use stripper and then brightener. PT wood has been down 3 yrs. Thanks – John
We will need to see some pictures for prep help. You can upload them in the comment area. The Behr will need to be removed by stripping and or sanding.
Based on what I’ve read, I’m assuming the Restore-a-Deck stripper does not harm the latex paint coated wood siding; is that correct? Also, when applying TWP100 stain is it acceptable to use a short-napped, approximately 1″ diameter roller? The stain seems to apply very evenly when I use that method. Thanks.
Kenny
The Stripper does not remove paint unless the paint is peeling. Do not use a roller to apply. A stain pad or brush is best: https://www.twpstain.com/wood-and-deck-stains/application-tools/brushes-stain-pads
I stained my new cedar deck using TWP 100 one year ago and in some spots the stain has come off exposing the wood. I didn’t wait for a period of time before I stained it and I’m guessing that’s why the stain has failed in some areas. Should I use the stripper and brighten, then re-stain, or just use the cleaner and brightener? If I need to strip, do I need the additives? Thanks.
Kenny
Use the Strip and Brightener kit. No need for additives.
3 years ago I stained a new yellow pine deck with TWP116. I need to reapply this year and I’m wondering if I need to strip and clean first or just clean and apply new stain. Some spots look as good as the day I first applied (mostly the vertical surfaces). The high traffic areas and spots that sit in full sun look like there’s nothing left and water just soaks in when it rains. The pictures are of the worst looking areas.
Thanks for the help.
Strip and Brighten.
Thank you.
I have an older deck that has never been stained, do I need to strip and brighten the wood?
If never stained prior, then you would clean and brighten for prep: https://www.twpstain.com/gemini-s-restore-a-deck-cleaner-and-brightener-kit
my newly stained deck is peeling after one winter. What do I need to do to correct the problem?
That would depend on the stain type? Do you have pictures?
If wood has greyed, what would you recommend? We originally had a cedar color oil stain, but have failed to re-coat and now from sun the would has greyed.
Send a picture or two for prep help. You can upload int eh comments.
Here are pics requested.
For pre, you will need to strip and brighten the wood.
I have been asked to re-seal a deck that was sealed with your TWP 100 series 3 to 4 years ago. It is made of Ipe wood and is still in great condition. It is a block from the beach in San Diego, so it gets sun, moisture, and salty air exposure obviously. Would I need to use your stripper and the wood brightener, or just your cleaner to prep it before re-sealing it again? Also, how many coats do you recommend since it has already been sealed twice in the last 10 years.
FYI, you cannot use the TWP 100 in CA, only the TWP 1500 Series. Prep with the Stripper/Brightener Kit.
Thanks for your quick response. Much appreciated. So even though it has TWP on it already, I would still need to strip it before cleaning? And if so, then that has to be done each and every time it is resealed every 2 to 3 years?
With IPE you cannot have a buildup of TWP stain as the wood is too dense so best to always remove the prior coatings when reapplying.
My weather forecast changed. I just finished stripping and brightening my entire porch. But now there is a forecast of rain for the next 5 days. How long can I leave the porch in this condition before I put the stain on, I know I need to have 2 days for it to dry.
Yes, you can leave it until you can stain.
I just stained 66′ of a 130 ft 1 yr old fence with cedar tone top 100. It turned out oranger than we had hoped. We would like something a little more dark brown, maybe pecan or dark oak? If I want to restain the newly stained fence, how do I need to treat/strip it first?
Use this kit above with both additives and pressure washing.
https://www.twpstain.com/wood-stain-strippers/rad-stripper-additives
I have a cedar deck (In all shade from trees) that is partially covered. In the past I have waited 3 years, washed and scrubbed it with just water and a stiff brush and recoated it with more TWP cedartone. But the part that is under the roof cover would remain sticky and I’d have to wipe off excess and it would eventually dry. What should I use to clean this deck now so I can reapply more TWP cedartone.
would the Restrore-a-deck kit, cleaner and brightener be enough? Should I also get the stripper to do just the part that’s covered or the entire deck?
I will try to add pictures.
Use the RAD Stripper and Brightener Kit for all.
I have a 30 year old cedar shadowbox fence that was last power washed and stained with TWP Cedartone about 8 years ago. I used to keep up with the cleaning and staining but have neglected it for years. Last fall I cleaned it with Scotts Outdoor Cleaner with OxiClean. The fence isn’t in good shape but I’d like to improve the appearance of it and stain it again. I think it’s too fragile for power washing, and it’s not easy to get in-between the boards. I’ve read all of your advice for people with decks and am wondering what you recommend for my fence.
Prep with the Gemini Restore Kit and lightly pressure rinse: https://www.twpstain.com/gemini-s-restore-a-deck-cleaner-and-brightener-kit
Do we need the brightener and or cleaner?
We have a 1300 sf 18 year old cedar deck. We just cleaned it with simple green deck and fence cleaner using a hose, brush, bucket, power washer.
The deck is in Northern Wisconsin, with about 50% sunlight per day.
Our plan is to use the 1500 rustic stain.
We have one section where a would box sat, which has the old stain. What would be the best to clean that section.
We will also be doing the railings, do we need to strip them first, or will the darker rustic stain cover them without issue.
Any suggestions are appreciated.
Thank you
-andy
It would be best to strip and brighten all wood, including the floors: https://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-stripper-brightener-kit-detail
This will ensure an even application.
Cedar deck, applied stripper and pressure washed then brightened the same day, let it dry, and wasn’t happy with the results (said semi-transparent but was more of a semi-solid). I then ended up sanding off with 60 grit. I have some brightener left over, can I just reapply the brightener and let it dry, then stain in 48 hrs or should I use the Gemini cleaning/brightener instead, let it dry, then stain? Thanks!
You should be fine to brighten and then sain 48 hours later as ling as the wood is clean and dry.
Can I use stripper than use cleaner and brightener like 5 days later or does it need to be done quick?Got rain in forecast so want to strip first get ahead.
Strip and brighten on the same day. No need to use the cleaner if you are stripping.
I applied twp stain (1501 cedartone) to cedar deck boards and railings 2+ years ago. High traffic areas are showing silvery indicating loss of protectant. Can I strip remaining and reapply or is sanding required? Do you recommend additives for the vertical ballisters?
Strip and brighten all the wood. Use the Gel additive: https://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-thickening-gel-additive-detail
Thanks. When I stained deck first time, I purchased a 5gal pail of the 1501. I estimate there are 1-2 gal remaining. The pail has been sitting in basement with original lid sealed for ~3 years. Does stain “expire”, or if I mix it up thoroughly will it still be good for use? Was thinking to order 1 gal of new stain, mix with remainder in pail, and use that to restain the wood. Thoughts / concerns?
It has probably gone bad: https://www.twpstainhelp.com/shelf-life-of-twp/
I don’t understand the need for Restore-A-Deck kit and thickening gel and booster. Thank you
The Booster and Gel help the stripper to achieve better performance for stain removal as needed.
https://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-thickening-gel-additive-detail
https://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-booster-additive-detail
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Do you recommend the Restore-A-Deck Stripper/Brightner kit or Gemini Restore-A-Deck kit for preparing a deck? I have a cedar deck that has been stained multiple years ago (unknown amount of time). Plan is to use TWP 100.
Post a picture of the current condition.
Sure, here you go. One of the front deck (March this year) and one of the back (April this year). Not the best shots but what I have now.
You will have to strip this and use both stripper additives as well: https://www.twpstain.com/wood-stain-strippers/rad-stripper-additives
Brightener last.
Perfect, thanks! I have ~1300 sqft of deck surface. I believe I need 2x Restore-A-Deck Stripper/Brightener kit + 2x thickening gel + 2x booster. Can you confirm? Really appreciate the quick responses. Last question, what is the order to ship timeline?
Yes on the prep quantity. About 10-5 gallons of the TWP stain. Shipping is about 1-2 weeks currently.
Will this kit remove Cabot Semi-Solid deck stain? Or should we pressure wash instead?
No, you will have to sand it off a Cabot semi-solid.
Does the restore a deck stripper/brightener ship to Canada? Also is the twp 200 series the only stain that ships to Canada?
Yes and yes. Thanks
For my western red cedar deck in Oregon, which stain would you suggest after using the RAD stripper/brightener? 1500 series?
TWP 100 Series.
Here are a couple pics of the western red cedar deck. Will the galvanized hog wire panels be okay if i decide to use the stripper and cleaner? Is sanding the deck an option?(would rather not)
Use the RAD Stripper/Brightener Kit first. Sand only if needed after. Should not harm the wire.
I built a western red cedar deck here in Oregon last fall. It sat through the winter so I used Oxyclean to clean it before staining. I used Cabot alaskan timber oil “natural” semi trans stain. It now looks kinda like a Mango. Has an orange/yellow tint. Very dis satisfied with the Cabot product. I now would like to remove that stain and use TWP. I considered sanding the whole deck and railing.. Any suggestions?
Need some pictures.
Yes.
How long do I wait after stripping and brightening before I can stain? Thank you. You guys are the best!
48 hours.
Hi I have TWP1011 on my deck (2017). I started to clean (soap and water) and was hoping to reapply stain. Now that I look at it I wonder if I need to strip and brighten before I apply stain? What do you recommend based on the picture? Thanks in advance.
Strip and brighten with this kit above.
How often will I have to strip, brighten and stain?
Every 2-3 years.
If using 1500 series, you’ll never have to strip again. For re-coats I pressure wash and after drying apply 1 wet on wet coat of 1500. After 30 minutes wipe off any excess. Ive completed over 3,000 deck in the past 35 years w/ TWP.
If I did my deck last spring, replaced a ton of boards, used the Restore-A-Deck Stripper and Brightener, and I want to do another coat of stain this Spring, do I need to use the stripper and brightener again? Thanks.
No, just cleaner for prep.
Thank you. You guys are the best out there. The way you answer everybody’s questions is amazing and the highest level of customer service I have ever seen. Cheers to all of you!!
We have a cedar deck with Cabot oil stain on it now. We want to change to the TWP 1500 series, do we need to totally strip the prior stain off?
Yes. Strip and then Brighten.
Thank you for your response. I’ll get the additives since this could be stubborn to get off.
Hello. I have a cedar deck with a Cetol SRD finish that needs a redo. Will the RAD stripper and brightener kit work to remove the stain or do I need to sand it? Thanks.
Please post a picture.
decking and rails.
Use the RAD Stripper/Brightener Kit with both additives for the prep: https://www.twpstain.com/wood-stain-strippers/rad-stripper-additives