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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Age of wood?- Type of wood?
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- Has it been stained previously and if so with what brand of stain?
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mlfd, I would suggest the 100 Series for this as it will penetrate your newer wood better. You can switch to the 1500 Series down the road if needed.
We have a large deck area – 2 levels – of pressure treated pine, installed 8/2013 in N Ga that we’d like to stain this spring. New construction, no previous stain. Which is best to start – 100 or 1500? Is there any concern in using 100 first and then using 1500 later? We would rather have to restain more frequently than deal with stripping stain. Most of the deck faces north and most is covered – roof on the top deck and lower deck covered by top deck.
billdorn, yes that is an issue. You should not apply TWP on top of another stain.
do you think the fact that i got this cedar from Woodtone as a pre-stained cedar has anything to do with it? that its preventing other stains from penetrating?
it sat in there yard for 4-5 years before i got it. i didnt strip it before staining the very first time. i should have just left there faded stain alone for a few years. but its been stripped now 2x since.
Nathan,
Good choice!
You’re right, Olympic’s online ingredients do NOT list NaOH; however, the label on the 2.5 gal bottle I bought at Lowes states: “Contains water, Sodium Hypochlorite, Sodium Hydroxide, Surfactant Mixture.” Think I’ll return it and just rely on TWP!
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Oympic Deck Cleaner does not contain sodium hydroxide but sodium hypochlorite (bleach). This means it is not a stripper and yes the Restore A Deck stripper works better to remove old coatings.
The decks have some old stain, in particular on the uprights. I was going to use stripper on those areas because I didn’t think the Olympic Deck Cleaner (hydroxide/hypochlorite solution) would suffice. Would stripper + the Restore-a-Deck products work better than the hydroxide/hypochlorite solution? Also, where can I view ingredient lists (MSDS) for your products?
billdorn, it sounds like the TWP had an issue with proper curing due to the storm. TWP is a penetrating stain when applied correctly and dried correctly. If there is an issue during the process it could “peel” if it dried on top of the wood instead of in the wood. At this point you should remove all as you cannot “fix” the issue but adding more on top. Once you do you need to make sure the TWP is applied correctly. Two light coats and make sure all stain absorbs into the wood. The TWP should not have and filming appearance or shine when fully cured.
For prep you should use the Gemini Restore A Deck Kit and pressure washing. You only need sodium hydroxide if you have an old stain. Look at the TWP 100 Series or the TWP 1500 Series for this. Might want to get a sample for the color.
After 2 stain failed attempts, in 2 years, my now 3yr old deck was stained last year with TWP 100 after many positive reviews.
It has performed better with mold(still some), but it is already peeling now all over.
I stripped it and pressure washed it, and then washed it with a cheap deck wash. I applied 2 coats as fast as I could but then it thunderstorm rained on it about 1 hour later that lasted for 15 minutes. I used a air blower to get most of the water off.
it seemed ok until janaury. now even regular hose pressure from a sprayer will cause more peeling.
do I have to strip for the 3rd time in 3 years? or will the gemini restore be enough and then stain again. my fear is the old stain will just keep peeling after I apply the new stuff.
We have two large, 14-yr old cedar decks (total 1500 sq ft) that haven’t been touched for at least ten years. There’s moss and lichen, and some rotten boards that will need replacing. Summers here in south-central Oregon are usually all sun, so this spring am prepping by cleaning between the closely set boards with a knife to remove debris, moss, etc.; power washing top and bottom (where possible); and using sodium hydroxide and sodium hypochlorite wash to lighten wood and kill moss. When dry weather sets in, will set nails and sand as needed. More/different prep? Which products are recommended for the longest, most durable red cedar finish?
Rosita, prep with the Restore A Deck Stain Stripper followed by the Restore A Deck Brightener. Stain with the TWP 100 Series for this.
I need to have my cedar deck re-stained. It is five years old. The last product used on it was called SuperDeck. We went with a cedar color semi-transparent last time. It started to peel after one year. Otherwise, the cedar itself is in good condition. Our deck is on the North side of the house, but there is no protection from the west, so it gets quite a bit of sun in the afternoons. I like for the wood to look as natural as possible. There are no TWP dealers anywhere near we we live, in Olathe, KS, a suburb of Kansas City. What do you recommend?
TWP 100 is an oil based stain. Product data sheets are on the product pages under technical info.
We have 15 newly constructed wood walkways. The decking surface, trim, and railing is Natural Select #1 grade treated lumber.
The Board is ready to select a stain that will provide maintenance preservation. The walkways are exposed to all weather elements, including ice-melt in the winter months. One bidder has bid the job using TWP 100 Series. Is this product considered “oil-based” or “water-based”. Is it possible to obtain an information & MSDS sheet on the TWP 100?
Thank you
What state are you located in?
See here for color tips: http://www.twpstainhelp.com/tips/need-help/twp-color-tips/
We recently completed a two-tier deck using kiln-dried after treatment pine decking. We also have an arbor and handrails made from smooth cedar. We would like to get the two woods to look similar. It would be fine if the cedar was slightly darker. What colors would you suggest and should we use TWP 100 or TWP 1500?
Jeff G, You cannot apply a semi-transparent stain like TWP on top of a painted deck.
My wood deck is about 20 years old and was painted with an acrylic deck paint, solid opaque red, about 5-10 years ago. The paint is just starting to fail on the high wear areas. Stripping is not an option- I am just not going to do it. So, can I paint over with TWP after a good cleaner/brightener?
Thanks
Jason S, the reason it is sticky is that it cannot penetrate due to Pecan was just applied 6 months ago. Either let it season some more or possibly use the Gemini Restore Kit to help open the pores some.
Applied 100 pecan to 6 month old new cypress after sanding. Good absorption but color is a little to light. I want to darken it up some , so bought a gallon of rustic 100 and applied it over original stain on a test area. It looks good but seems to be staying wet and sticky. Is time the only solution to the problem. i e — wait a few months then try again?
TWP 100 is a semi-transparent that shows the wood grain. For CA you need the 1500 Series which is also semi-transparent. Best to rinse the wood well to remove sand dust, wait 48 hours, repeat, then stain.
We have a 1000 sq. foot covered porch, douglas fir, 20 years old, but completed sanded down to new wood. We will be staining just the floor of the porch as all railings, posts, etc. are painted. Is TWP 100 series a see-through stain or mostly opaque? The wood was painted for 20 years and after having it professionally sanded down to bare wood, the wood is gorgeous so we don’t want to cover it up with an opaque stain. Would we need to wet down the wood and wait 48 hours like new wood? I understand only one coat.
How often would maintenance be required? We live in the foothills of California near Yosemite National Park and have mild winters (snow maybe twice in the winter) and very hot summers.
Thanks for your help.
John Reynolds, please read this about new decks: http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
wood is new, pressure treated but “clear” heart KDAT, above grade #1
awaiting weather improvement, deck is only about 3 weeks old but told to get stained asap.
where can i find it in marietta georgia?
Lou Selva, you cannot use the Cap Cod as a base coat then add a different color on top. The gray colors are closer to a semi-solid and the other colors are semi-transparents. I would suggest getting a sample or two to test.
I live in Sarasota Florida. I have a 20 year old wood dock that I would like to protect and make look better. My friend painted is dock with twp 100 cape cod gray.This color looks more like a paint than a stain, does it protect better because it cost more. My Dock is made out of aged pressure treated wood. would one of the other stains such as rustic look more natural like a stain and give a old dock a natural look. My friend has 7 cans of cape cod grey, can I use that as a base coat and then coat with other color of your stains, or is it to opaque?
Took, TWP is not a “builder grade” of lower quality.
What state are you located in?
New western cedar wood fence
I am trying to choose between 1500 series and 100 series. I have read that then 100 series is ‘builder’ grade (which in my mind is lower quality ).
No need to wait for rough sawn wood. Please read this: http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
Built 115 feet of 6 foot by 5/8 cedar fence rough sawn. The fence was erected a month ago and is losing color. I researched and you state the wood should be 4 months old before application of TWP-100. I live in san diego that typically has low humidity; would the time frame be shorter?
JeffreyFranklin, the lighter the color the quicker it will turn gray. You wood type will require an application of stain annually or sooner. I would get some samples to test. Maybe Pecan.
Age of wood is 5 months
Type of wood is Afromosia (African Teak)
Condition is excellent
Not yet stained
Outdoor deck in Nevada, strong sun, hot and cold but no snow, rarely below 30 deg.
We are trying to find an oil that will do the least to hide the original color but at the same time we don’t want the color to go gray. its adjacent to an indoor walnut floor so if it had to lean toward a color it would be best to be toward brown or walnut/teak and not a reddish hue. any advice and do we just pressure wash prior to application? and is 100 the best fit, thanks!
Gre, look at the TWP 105 Cape Cod Gray. Coverage is about 150-200 sq. feet per gallon.
Looking for a stain for one and half year old pressure treated pine on a dock and outdoor porch with roof overhang located in Florida panhandle on the gulf. Prefer something with gray color. Wood is in good condition and has not been previously stained or treated.
How much square feet will one gallon cover?
Geoffrey,
Spray and back brush the barn. You cannot apply TWP on top of paint. You would have to remove the paint 100% by sanding it all off as a stain stripper will not remove paint.
I wish to stain (semi-transparent) pine boards on my barn. The wood is three years old, and has been installed from 6 months ago until today. They have not been treated and are rough cut, so I plan to spray.
I also have some pressure treated fencing that was painted white and the paint is largely warn away. I would like to do the fence in the accent color of the barn.
Barn = Redwood or Rustic
Trim and fence in Walnut
Tracey, best to prep first with the Gemini Restore Kit that we sell.
Larry, clean it first for prep. You could use the TWP in the Clear. It will preserve the wood but allow the color to oxidize/gray naturally.
Lacey, Lacey, since it was 7 hours later I am pretty confident it will be alright. Just let the rain dry off the wood and make sure there is not any severe blotchiness.
There was no rain on the forecast but of course my luck it starts raining (lightly) about 7 hours after we finished staining our deck. It is pooling on some of the boards with a oily look. What should we expect when it dries and how do we fix if the stain is compromised?
Thanks,
Lacey
We have a redwood above our front porch that is 24 yrs. old. It has not been treated with anything since installation and receives many hours of Texas sun each day. The wood is gray and somewhat rough from aging. What should I use to treat this wood? I don’t want to restore the color of the redwood, but want to treat it for longevity.
Thanks,
Larry Cox
I applied Ready Seal about four months ago to a portion of my privacy fence but am now going to stain the rest with TWP and in a darker color. How much prep will be required for the portion with Ready Seal? Fence is seven years old and this is first stain since it was built. Not cedar, pine maybe.
Michael, 45 is the minimum temperature.
What is the minimum temperature for application on my deck? I have one coat on now but need to apply a second coat for the best appearance.
In most scenarios TWP will about 18-36 months on horizontals and 3-6 years on verticals before a maintenance coat is needed.
How many years should this stain last before having to reapply?
Lisa, all new wood should season for 4+ months, even kiln dried. TWP stains are semi-transparents.
Can any of your products be used on a 2 month old kiln dried pine (Yellawood)?
Is there a transparent product ?
Thanks!