TWP 100 Stain

[quote name=”Ryan Henrichs”]I’m constructing a pergola out of cedar purchased from a lumber yard so I’m wondering what steps I need to take on the new wood because in reading and talking with people I’ve heard a variety of things (i.e. wipe the wood down w/ soapy water then seal it, just seal it no wipe down, use a prep kit and then seal it and you don’t have to do anything for a year). What I thought I was going to go with after hearing everything was to use the restore a deck kit and then use the TWP 100 but I heard the TWP 100 should only be used on wood that’s been exposed for at least 4 months. What would you recommend?[/quote]
Have you read this:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/

[quote name=”Jerry Speck”]i ordered and received a 5 gallon drum of TWP 100 stain. The lid was bent on one side and will not closed back completely sealed. How is the best way to store the stain under current conditions. I have about two gallons left in drum.
Thanks[/quote]
Sorry about the dent. Your local store will sell a plastic 5 gallon pail and lid for abut $5. Transferring to that will work.

[quote name=”Tony Ramspott”]What is the best way to remove TWP stains.

From White Vynel(sp) Siding?
From Concrete.

The TWP Stain/Spillage and over spray has dried.

Thanks in advance

TonyR[/quote]
Use a graffiti remover cleaner for these spots. Test first on the vinyl.

[quote name=”Ron Riordan”]I’ve decided on type 100 but do not quite like the colors I’ve received as samples. Can I mix colors together to make what I want? Specifically Dark Oak with Pecan or Clear?[/quote]
Yes you can mix TWP colors together of the same series.

[quote name=”judy busby abercromb”]How soon can you stain new pressure-treated lumber???[/quote]
Please see this: http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/

[quote name=”Jdeck101″]100 vs 1500
I am staining a 10 month old cedar deck for the first time. My climate is super cold with a long winter & the deck will be taking on a lot of snow etc. Am I better off with 100 or 1500 for maximum protection.
Also, is there a shelf life for storing stain, I was considering buying in bulk & storing the remainder for 2 years in the garage?[/quote]
What state are you in?
Article on shelf life: http://www.twpstainhelp.com/shelf-life-of-twp/

[quote name=”Patrick McGauley”]My current deck is cedar and about 9 years old and in very good condition. It currently has TWP Cedartone 101.I have cleaned it with Olympic deck cleaner and lightly power washed a few sections. I am wondering if i can stain the Rustin color
over the Cedartone? I also want to know if i should move from the 100 series stain to the 1500 series line?[/quote]
Stay with the 100 Series. You should be okay to apply the Rustic color over the Cedartone color.

[quote name=”Aleu”]Hi –
Can you ship twp100 to IL?
I hv a deck that is maybe 10+ yrs old. Previous owner stained with a Red/mahagony color. Most has strip and looks grey. What do you recommend that I do before staining. And what color stain will best cover the old darker stain.[/quote]
TWP 100 is not allowed in IL. You can use the 1500 Series. You have to remove all of the old stain first before using the TWP. You cannot cover it with TWP.

[quote name=”Al Hart”]Log cabin approx 9 years old. Prevously stained by builder, but product unknown. Wood appears to be pine and is fair condition. Plan to pressure wash and stain all exterior which is 31′ X 20’on each side. Hope to use TWP 100 in North Carolina. Please advise with recommended quantity.[/quote]
Hello, please supply us with a a total sq. footage of the wood to be stained. Not sure with your dimensions if all are sides are exactly square and exactly the same.

[quote name=”Allison Parsons”]Wood is one year old. Treated pine. In very good condition. Previously stained with Baker’s Gray Away. We power washed with combination of bleach and detergent and water.

What do we need to do before and when staining?[/quote]
Is the wood clean and free of the Bakers? If so then you are ready to stain now. Use the 100 Series for this and apply two coats to the wood. Use the wet on wet method. Thanks!

[quote name=”tecstile”]We just finished putting up a new Pine treated fence about 4 weeks ago. I want to use the semi-transparent honey tone.
How long do we have to wait to apply this? I live in IL so it gets a bit muggy here – don’t know if that makes a difference.
I have heard 1-3 weeks, 3-6 months, and 1 year. I want to treat the wood BEFORE it turns grey.
Please help. Thanks[/quote]
Please read tis to answer your questions:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/

[quote name=”Marie”]I have a composite deck made of Evergrain Composite material. The cedar color did not hold and the deck is in very good condition but very faded. Can I use your product TWP 100 or one of your other products on this composite material?[/quote]
Sorry but no you cannot.

[quote name=”Al Badalamento”]Deck is 17 years old is cedar and in very good condition. I place bad boards as needed. Floor was stained last year with TWP 101 and rails are being done this year.
Both floor (last year) and rails were stripped and brightened. Questions:
1. Can I put another coat on floor this year without stripping?
2. Can I put one coat on vertical railing this year and the second coat next year?
3. There is some white mold on a few boards under the 10′ high deck, can I spray 101 on it to protect the wood?

The deck has been maintained by Penofin the last 17 years but always was very dirty in the spring. Your Cedartone 101 this year only needed a light cleaning it still looked great in the spring![/quote]
1. Yes as long as you clean the floor form dirt
2. Yes you can do that
3. Yes.

TWP does not turn dark or black like the Penofin can.

[quote name=”Tim Warren”]Aloha,
My deck is about 2 years old. Pressure treated. I stained this deck previously with a product called Thundersheild. It is water based and began peeling off within a couple of months. I powerwashed most of it off. This deck is in the sun almost all day till around 4pm. I read some reviews that name your product as the best. Do you have a supplier here on Oahu? Thanks for your help.
Tim Warren
808-295-5783[/quote]
I am sorry but we do not have dealers in the Islands.

[quote name=”Robert Stoddard”]Used TWP 100 Redwood 2 yrs ago and customer would like me to re-up it soon. Raleigh NC
I plan to pressure wash and thoroughly dry; can I put fresh TWP 100 back on? Lumber is in better than good condit. I use and recommend TWP and have put it on about 7 decks. I’m a handyman.[/quote]
As log as you clean and prep properly first you can reapply the same TWP.

[quote name=”wernle2002″]What is difference btw TWP 100 and 1500?[/quote]
https://www.twpstain.com/twp-stain-comparison

[quote name=”bernadinemccauley”]what is the VOC on the 100 series?[/quote]
550 VOC.

[quote name=”Anne Prideaux”]First time to refresh stain after going through all the proper steps almost 2 years ago. What are the steps I need to take to do that? I used TWT101 cedar tone. Also, I have almost a full can left from that first time. Is it going to be ok to use?[/quote]
Use the Gemini Restore Kit for prep. The stain should be okay as long as it was not opened and did not freeze. Stir well.

[quote name=”Kevin@isa-memphis.com”]I have a one month old pressure treated pine fence. How should i prep my fence and what is the best product for my fence?
Thanks[/quote]
If is is rough sawn wood then no prep and stain now. If smooth wood then read this: http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/

Use the 1500 or 100 Series.

[quote name=”Joe Hyde”]will putting on a third coat darken the color? Have already put on two coats as instructed. How soon can a third coat be put on if it will darken the color?
This is on new white cedar logs on an addition.[/quote]
You should not apply more. Too much stain and it will not absorb into the wood.

[quote name=”Katie Sweeney”]We live in the Pacific NW (Washington State) and our 8 year old house has cedar siding that was originally stained with Cabot’s clear which wore off within a year. We are looking for a semi-transparent stain that will wear well in our damp climate. All the painting contractors we’ve contacted want to use Sikkens but I have not been impressed with the reviews I’ve read. Can TWP 100 semi-trans be used on cedar siding? If so, is there any special prep that needs to be done before application (the house has been pressure-washed, TSP’d and thoroughly rinsed so it’s basically back to unfinished cedar)?[/quote]
As long as the cedar is clean and free of coatings then you are good to stain. The TWP 100 Series works excellent on cedar siding.

[quote name=”gail rosenbaugh”]I need to purchase a mix of TWP deck stain. Looking for a mixture of 90% pecan w/ 10% Dark Oak. Do you mix stains to order? If not can you tell me what quantities of Dark Oak I would need to add to a gal. of pecan stain to achieve the desired mix/color of stain?[/quote]
Sorry but we do not custom mix colors. You would need a ratio of 1:9.