TWP 100 Series Deck Stain – The Best Deck Stain
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TWP 100 Series Total Wood Protectant (TWP) Wood Deck Stain protects and prolongs all exterior woods, decks, and fences. TWP Wood Deck Stains and Sealers is a distinctive mixture of chemicals blended together to form a professional strength formula that preserves exterior wood surfaces in numerous ways.
TWP 100 Series Stain will perform at its maximum potential when the wood is properly prepped and when the stain is properly applied. Unfortunately not all wood is in the same condition prior to applying the stain.
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- Has it been stained previously and if so with what brand of stain?
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6 months old
pressure treated pine
cleaned with Behr cleaner
never stained before
elevated covered deck
I live in Atlanta, GA. I have already ordered samples of 1500 but after reading some responses should I use 100 or 1500 and reasons why?
Is it okay that I used the Behr cleaner?
[quote name=”Maria Tobin”]Hi there,
I applied twp 100 series today and the average temp when applying was 61 degrees and I still show wet spots on the deck 5 hours later and the temps have dipped just below 50. Is the stain still going to be able to dry?[/quote]
Yes it should be fine.
Hi there,
I applied twp 100 series today and the average temp when applying was 61 degrees and I still show wet spots on the deck 5 hours later and the temps have dipped just below 50. Is the stain still going to be able to dry?
[quote name=”Louis J. Roney”]Deck is 15 + years old, treated pine 2x6x18, had been stained but two years ago it was painted two years in a row with Bear water base deck paint which was awful, peeling in sun fading, really ugly. Using rotary sander with #36 and #50 grit sanded entire deck floor, never want to do that again. Do not mind staining in a few years but not want massive peeling or prep. Like to have highest VOC allowed with a redwood color, not clear. What about twp 100 oil base stain? Shipping cost 5 gal.? wood like to speak on phone for more info. Thanks[/quote]
Cost for the TWP 100 in the 5 gallon is $170 with free shipping. Feel free to call us at 866-856-3325.
Deck is 15 + years old, treated pine 2x6x18, had been stained but two years ago it was painted two years in a row with Bear water base deck paint which was awful, peeling in sun fading, really ugly. Using rotary sander with #36 and #50 grit sanded entire deck floor, never want to do that again. Do not mind staining in a few years but not want massive peeling or prep. Like to have highest VOC allowed with a redwood color, not clear. What about twp 100 oil base stain? Shipping cost 5 gal.? wood like to speak on phone for more info. Thanks
[quote name=”chris the slave”]80-90 year old pine half log/lap siding
sanded to bare wood.Pressure washed, 1/4 cup tsp to a gallon bleach with 3 gallons water, soak 15 min, pressure wash off, dried 10 days.I’m using the twp 100 1st coat cedartone natural 2nd rustic oak. Stained 3 sides of cabin today, coverage is 160 sq ft per gallon, very thirsty wood, that’s why I need a lighter color 1st, the wood would darken too much. my question is northern Minnesota next 3 days
dry, temps 65 days 45 nights, the wood sucked up all the stain I could give it today but because of 45 degree nights it will not be dried/cured. Am I wrong/not correct to put that 2nd coat on tomorrow
do I wait till next year, wood still thirsty at 160 sq ft coverage, and also marine grade treated plywood,can I stain now or wait till next year
Thanks! Chris/slave[/quote]
TWP is to be applied wet on wet. It would be best to light rinse with water and add the other coat next Spring. If the plywood is new, you should wait until next Spring as well to stain.
80-90 year old pine half log/lap siding
sanded to bare wood.Pressure washed, 1/4 cup tsp to a gallon bleach with 3 gallons water, soak 15 min, pressure wash off, dried 10 days.I’m using the twp 100 1st coat cedartone natural 2nd rustic oak. Stained 3 sides of cabin today, coverage is 160 sq ft per gallon, very thirsty wood, that’s why I need a lighter color 1st, the wood would darken too much. my question is northern Minnesota next 3 days
dry, temps 65 days 45 nights, the wood sucked up all the stain I could give it today but because of 45 degree nights it will not be dried/cured. Am I wrong/not correct to put that 2nd coat on tomorrow
do I wait till next year, wood still thirsty at 160 sq ft coverage, and also marine grade treated plywood,can I stain now or wait till next year
Thanks! Chris/slave
[quote name=”Jack Evans”]I JUST INSTALLED A 6′ X 123′ RED CEDAR FENCE IN MY BACKYARD AND WANT TO RETAIN THE BEAUTY OF THE NEW WOOD. WHICH STAIN WOULD YOU RECOMMEND I USE AND WHAT COLOR/TINT? THANK YOU.[/quote]
Rough sawn cut or smooth like a deck board? Makes a big difference as to if you can stain now or will you have to wait for weathering. Also where do you live?
I JUST INSTALLED A 6′ X 123′ RED CEDAR FENCE IN MY BACKYARD AND WANT TO RETAIN THE BEAUTY OF THE NEW WOOD. WHICH STAIN WOULD YOU RECOMMEND I USE AND WHAT COLOR/TINT? THANK YOU.
[quote name=”floyd Liles”]a new deck 4 months installed and made of 5/4 treated pine in excellent condition. Approximately half of the deck is in full sunlight and faces north. The other one half faces west and is mostly shaded.I am considering TWP100 either pecan or dark oak. Does the darker stain provide more protection? What other steps should i take prior to staining? Thanks[/quote]
Darker colors typically can give a little better UV protection. See this about new wood:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
a new deck 4 months installed and made of 5/4 treated pine in excellent condition. Approximately half of the deck is in full sunlight and faces north. The other one half faces west and is mostly shaded.I am considering TWP100 either pecan or dark oak. Does the darker stain provide more protection? What other steps should i take prior to staining? Thanks
[quote name=”Steven R Johnson”]I live in NC and have a 12 x 16 deck that was built in January 2016. The deck is built from treated wood and has never been stained. What process and product do you recommend for the best results on my deck?[/quote]
Prep first with the Gemini Restore Kit and stain with the TWP 100 Series:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
I live in NC and have a 12 x 16 deck that was built in January 2016. The deck is built from treated wood and has never been stained. What process and product do you recommend for the best results on my deck?
[quote name=”Anthony Busin”]Just stained my one year old deck with 5 gallons TWP100. I used your cleaner and brightener before staining. I need to order 5 gallons more as my calculations were for one coat only.
Is it okay to apply a second coat now over the dry coat?
I noticed you state second coat wet on wet.[/quote]
Best to not do it right now. Wait until Spring and lightly wash deck to remove any dirt first.
Just stained my one year old deck with 5 gallons TWP100. I used your cleaner and brightener before staining. I need to order 5 gallons more as my calculations were for one coat only.
Is it okay to apply a second coat now over the dry coat?
I noticed you state second coat wet on wet.
[quote name=”Mike Dignan”]Does your 5 gal buckets come with a poor spout built into the lid or does the entire lid have to be removed?[/quote]
There is not a pour spot.
Does your 5 gal buckets come with a poor spout built into the lid or does the entire lid have to be removed?
[quote name=”Patty Tebelius”]Our deck is 5 years old. I have stained it twice with Cobat stain but am needing to do it again and with the work involved dont think that that product is standing up the way it should. Can I now use the TWP 100 over the stain that is already on the deck?[/quote]
No, You have to strip and or sand to remove the Cabot first. Make sure to brighten after.
Our deck is 5 years old. I have stained it twice with Cobat stain but am needing to do it again and with the work involved dont think that that product is standing up the way it should. Can I now use the TWP 100 over the stain that is already on the deck?
[quote name=”ghsimmons”]I previously stained my deck with TWP 1500. If properly prepped can I use TWP 100 this time? What is the difference between them?[/quote]
You would need to use the Restore a Deck Stain stripper to switch to the TWP 100 Series. The 100 is slightly thinner than the 1500.
I previously stained my deck with TWP 1500. If properly prepped can I use TWP 100 this time? What is the difference between them?
[quote name=”wanda cohran”]I have a brand new deck that I sealed with Penofin red label but it is not giving me any UV protection. Can TWP 100 series be used over Penofin? It has only been 5months since stained?[/quote]
You cannot apply the TWP over the Penofin. You can easily remove the Penofin with our Restore A Deck stripper kits:
http://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-stripper-brightener-kit-detail
I have a brand new deck that I sealed with Penofin red label but it is not giving me any UV protection. Can TWP 100 series be used over Penofin? It has only been 5months since stained?
[quote name=”Zoom24″]I applied twp100 in two coats once the humidity dropped last September here in mn over newly milled white pine logas. Looks great. Saved 2 gallons to finish remaining trim, it didn’t freeze, but its separated. Wand just stirring doesn’t seem to blend well. What should I do?[/quote]
Probably no good at this point. It should easily mix if still good.
I applied twp100 in two coats once the humidity dropped last September here in mn over newly milled white pine logas. Looks great. Saved 2 gallons to finish remaining trim, it didn’t freeze, but its separated. Wand just stirring doesn’t seem to blend well. What should I do?
[quote name=”KTS7691″]7 year old cedar deck and rails. Has been completely sanded to bare wood. In NE South Dakota. TWP 100 or 1500? I have he restore of deck kit already, but have not used it yet.[/quote]
Use the 100 Series for this.
7 year old cedar deck and rails. Has been completely sanded to bare wood. In NE South Dakota. TWP 100 or 1500? I have he restore of deck kit already, but have not used it yet.
[quote name=”Vanda M Forberg”]I stained my new deck of Kiln dried yellawood 2 years ago with TWP 100. It is time to redo the deck. What do I need to do for prep. All the Wood is in good shape.[/quote]
Prep first with the Gemini Restore Kit:
http://www.twpstain.com/gemini-s-restore-a-deck-cleaner-and-brightener-kit
I stained my new deck of Kiln dried yellawood 2 years ago with TWP 100. It is time to redo the deck. What do I need to do for prep. All the Wood is in good shape.
[quote name=”Mark Himple”]I built a new cedar deck last year and used a stain I didn’t like. Once I had time, I stripped, brighted and resanded.
Would you advise wet on wet and it’s a second story deck so I’ll definitely be stepping on the first coat. I should I do it in sections?
Thanks for any info.[/quote]
I would suggest one coat this year since you sanded and another light coat next year. You do not want to over apply since it is still fairly new and you sanded the wood.
I built a new cedar deck last year and used a stain I didn’t like. Once I had time, I stripped, brighted and resanded.
Would you advise wet on wet and it’s a second story deck so I’ll definitely be stepping on the first coat. I should I do it in sections?
Thanks for any info.
[quote name=”Bill DiLenge”]We have a fairly new (- 1yr)redwood deck in Oregon. It is not covered and is exposed to rain and sun. Not previously treated in any way, shows some signs of mildew. We intend to pressure wash it and wish to retain it’s original natural color. 600 Sq. ft.
What and how much would you suggest?[/quote]
Prep with the Gemini Restore Kit. Only 1 is needed. For the TWP 100 Series, you will need 5-6 gallons for two coats applied wet on wet.
We have a fairly new (- 1yr)redwood deck in Oregon. It is not covered and is exposed to rain and sun. Not previously treated in any way, shows some signs of mildew. We intend to pressure wash it and wish to retain it’s original natural color. 600 Sq. ft.
What and how much would you suggest?
[quote name=”Michael Miesbauer”]New rough cut northern white cedar use is a exterior deck would like a light as possible[/quote]
The Honeytone 115 is the lightest color.
New rough cut northern white cedar use is a exterior deck would like a light as possible
[quote name=”Maria Seewalt”]Hello. I would like a sample of TWP100 and/oTwp1500. Dark oak and black Walnut. I live in Canada but hoping you have product in Michigan, where I have a friend who will pick up. My address is Box 584, Smoky Lake, Alberta, T0A 3C0. Thank you Hope you are able to get your product into Canada soon. We really need this kind of quality. I am sick of redoing my decks every year. Do hope you will come out with a grey toned stain.[/quote]
We cannot ship TWP 100, 1500, or samples to Canada as it is not VOC compliant for your country.
Hello. I would like a sample of TWP100 and/oTwp1500. Dark oak and black Walnut. I live in Canada but hoping you have product in Michigan, where I have a friend who will pick up. My address is Box 584, Smoky Lake, Alberta, T0A 3C0. Thank you Hope you are able to get your product into Canada soon. We really need this kind of quality. I am sick of redoing my decks every year. Do hope you will come out with a grey toned stain.
[quote name=”Nevada BobH”]Age of Wood: 8 years
Type of Wood: pressure treated pine
Condition of wood: good, very dry
Previous stain: Cabots Austrailian Oil originally then applied Rustoleum over. I am scraping and grinding all that Rustoleum off
Deck has full desert sun – Nevada 7000′ elevation[/quote]
TWP cannot be applied over Rustoleum so make sure it is 100% removed. Clean deck with Gemini Restore Kit after the removal and stain with the TWP 100 Series. Apply two coats wet on wet.
Age of Wood: 8 years
Type of Wood: pressure treated pine
Condition of wood: good, very dry
Previous stain: Cabots Austrailian Oil originally then applied Rustoleum over. I am scraping and grinding all that Rustoleum off
Deck has full desert sun – Nevada 7000′ elevation
[quote name=”BOBBYE ROBERTS”]I have 2 decks previously covered in solid color stain. Both about 15 years old. One redwood (good shape), one douglas fir (need some boards replaced). Both sun faded and mostly the exposed portion of the boards are gray. I would like to use a semi Transparent stain. I’m afraid I won’t be able to remove all of the solid color stain even after sanding and or pressure washing (mostly the area on the sides of the boards). Should I just use a solid color stain again? It seems solid color doesn’t last very long. (I’ve restained a few times)[/quote]
TWP only comes in semi-transparent colors. You will need to remove the solid stain 100% first to be able to use TWP.
I have 2 decks previously covered in solid color stain. Both about 15 years old. One redwood (good shape), one douglas fir (need some boards replaced). Both sun faded and mostly the exposed portion of the boards are gray. I would like to use a semi Transparent stain. I’m afraid I won’t be able to remove all of the solid color stain even after sanding and or pressure washing (mostly the area on the sides of the boards). Should I just use a solid color stain again? It seems solid color doesn’t last very long. (I’ve restained a few times)
[quote name=”Bette Stern”]new wood
yellow cedar
has mill glaze
This deck is to be installed at ground level over pressure treated joists. Therefore, I can’t wait 3 months after installation to stain the underside of the boards. After doing a lot of reading, I thought I could sand and stain the under side, edges, and ends before installing, and then wait 3 months or so before cleaning and staining the the top surface. Would this work? Ideally I would sand and stain the boards on all sides and then install them, but I’m worried about those results. Please advise.[/quote]
Hello, we do not advise staining all sides and there is not an advantage to this. Please install, wait 4+ months, prep with Gemini Kit, and stain the exposed wood. You can read this article for more info:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
new wood
yellow cedar
has mill glaze
This deck is to be installed at ground level over pressure treated joists. Therefore, I can’t wait 3 months after installation to stain the underside of the boards. After doing a lot of reading, I thought I could sand and stain the under side, edges, and ends before installing, and then wait 3 months or so before cleaning and staining the the top surface. Would this work? Ideally I would sand and stain the boards on all sides and then install them, but I’m worried about those results. Please advise.
[quote name=”Bob Taft”]Age of wood: installed cedar fence 6-18-16 – new wood
Type of wood: Cedar
Condition of wood: New
Not stain previously
Area to be treated..both sides of fence at 190 linear feet
Syracuse, NY…Harsh winters!
I’m looking for the best transparent or semi Transparent type stain to bring out the grain in the wood and also to keep its red looking color. Plan is to use a roller and brush[/quote]
Look at the TWP 1500 Series. See this article on new wood:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
If rough cut, then stain now. If smooth, wait 4-12 months and prep first.
Age of wood: installed cedar fence 6-18-16 – new wood
Type of wood: Cedar
Condition of wood: New
Not stain previously
Area to be treated..both sides of fence at 190 linear feet
Syracuse, NY…Harsh winters!
I’m looking for the best transparent or semi Transparent type stain to bring out the grain in the wood and also to keep its red looking color. Plan is to use a roller and brush
[quote name=”Brad Berland”]Where can I find a TWP stain dealer in the Minneapolis Minnesota area?[/quote]
We ship online. Takes 2-3 business days to MN.
Where can I find a TWP stain dealer in the Minneapolis Minnesota area?
[quote name=”Steve Beaver”]Hi;
2 years ago I stripped the Cabots off my 2 x 4 cedar deck (not new wood, but some new planks) and applied 1 coat of TWP-100 cedar. It help up pretty well, and now it’s time to re-coat. The idea was not to have to strip it again. So this time I will replace about 25 boards, so will have some new wood again.
1/ After using the 2 part cleaner, stabilizer you offer, I would like to go to a darker shade, pecan etc. Can I go to TWP 1500 w/o stripping, or if I find a shade I prefer, or do I have to stick to TWP-100?[/quote]
Bes to stay within the 100 Series. Try the 120 Pecan. It is more of a brownish cedartone.
Hi;
2 years ago I stripped the Cabots off my 2 x 4 cedar deck (not new wood, but some new planks) and applied 1 coat of TWP-100 cedar. It help up pretty well, and now it’s time to re-coat. The idea was not to have to strip it again. So this time I will replace about 25 boards, so will have some new wood again.
1/ After using the 2 part cleaner, stabilizer you offer, I would like to go to a darker shade, pecan etc. Can I go to TWP 1500 w/o stripping, or if I find a shade I prefer, or do I have to stick to TWP-100?
[quote name=”Noel Fray”]We have a 5 year old redwood deck in northern Arizona that we used Behr Premium Transparent Weather Proofing. The horizontal surfaces failed miserably.
Please advise the best product and prep procedure.
Thanks,
Noel[/quote]
Use the TWP 100 or the TWP 1500 for this. Prep to remove the Behr with the Restore a Deck Stripper Kit.