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TWP 1500 Series Deck Stain – The Best Low VOC Deck Stain
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TWP 1500 Stain is a highly rated, EPA registered wood preservative that can be used for all types of exterior wood, siding and decking. TWP 1500 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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Please answer these few questions to achieve the best possible results with your TWP 1500 Wood and Decking Stain.
Age of wood?- Type of wood?
- Condition of the wood?
- Has it been stained previously and if so with what brand of stain?
- Small description of the area to be treated.
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[quote name=”Walker”]My deck is 1985 original P.T. pine and is amazingly in ok shape, some cracks but not quite ready to replace. 15 years ago I power washed and used Thompson’s which didn’t last more than a year. I have pressure washed again cleaning off much dark mildew this past weekend and the wood seems clean and ready for finish (TWP 1500 as I’m in NY). Do you recommend a cleaner before staining?[/quote]
If the wood is clean from your current prep then you can go ahead and stain now.
We built a treated pine pergola last year and would like to now use TWP 1500 to stain it. Because it’s not a solid surface like a deck and is instead just a series of posts and beams, what would be the easiest way to apply the stain, meaning should we use a brush, rag, etc?
My deck is 1985 original P.T. pine and is amazingly in ok shape, some cracks but not quite ready to replace. 15 years ago I power washed and used Thompson’s which didn’t last more than a year. I have pressure washed again cleaning off much dark mildew this past weekend and the wood seems clean and ready for finish (TWP 1500 as I’m in NY). Do you recommend a cleaner before staining?
[quote name=”Jim Hall”]Deck is approx. 20 years old but in relatively good condition as I have treated it every year.
It is Douglas-fir, with a light treatment (i.e.it was not impregnated using needles, so isn’t as deep)
Wood has some weather cracks but no rot showing
It has been stained with semi-transparent Superdeck.
The deck is approx. 20×24[/quote]
Start off by stripping of the Super Deck with the Restore A Deck Stripper and a pressure washing. Use the RAD Brightener when done to neutralize. Once the wood is prepped properly then you can apply two coats of the 1500 Series. Apply with wet on wet technique.
Deck is approx. 20 years old but in relatively good condition as I have treated it every year.
It is Douglas-fir, with a light treatment (i.e.it was not impregnated using needles, so isn’t as deep)
Wood has some weather cracks but no rot showing
It has been stained with semi-transparent Superdeck.
The deck is approx. 20×24
[quote name=”TheWall5904″]1 YR
YellaWood
Sun Dried on Deck Floor Railings Are still a little Green
NO
The Whole Deck[/quote]
Prep with the Gemini Restore Kit first before applying the 1500 Series.
[quote name=”inspironator”]Is the TWP 1500 compatible with varnish as I want to mix varnish in at 10-15% before applying the mix to my 14 y.o. deck? I’ve already cleaned and prepped the deck for stain.[/quote]
No you cannot add varnish to it or on top of the TWP.
Is the TWP 1500 compatible with varnish as I want to mix varnish in at 10-15% before applying the mix to my 14 y.o. deck? I’ve already cleaned and prepped the deck for stain.
1 YR
YellaWood
Sun Dried on Deck Floor Railings Are still a little Green
NO
The Whole Deck
[quote name=”renee belliveau”]about 13 yrs
pine
a little dried out and some spots could not be removed by powerwashing so some areas are dark
yes cabots clear
fencing around deck of pool i have 15 6ft high sections approx 8ft long with another 10 3ft tall 8ft long and 4 4ft tall all has bee powerwashed but some spots just wouldnt come out – need to cover with color to eliminate the spots as well as reduce powerwashing[/quote]
Spots? Do you mean old stain? If so then the Restore A Deck Stripper should be applied and power washing off. Apply the RAD brightener to all wood when done. Once the wood is prepped well you can then apply the TWP 1500 Series.
about 13 yrs
pine
a little dried out and some spots could not be removed by powerwashing so some areas are dark
yes cabots clear
fencing around deck of pool i have 15 6ft high sections approx 8ft long with another 10 3ft tall 8ft long and 4 4ft tall all has bee powerwashed but some spots just wouldnt come out – need to cover with color to eliminate the spots as well as reduce powerwashing
[quote name=”Bob Wrage”]1. 2 years
2. PT Pine
3. Good
4. No
5. Deck, Mailbox and stairs
Thx![/quote]
Prep first with the Gemini Restore Kit and let dry for 2 days or longer if it rains. stain with 2 light coats of the TWP 1500 Series.
1. 2 years
2. PT Pine
3. Good
4. No
5. Deck, Mailbox and stairs
Thx!
[quote name=”Mark Kuc”]I have a 4 year old deck. It is pressure treated lumber (pine?). It was stained a litte over two years ago with Cabot semi-transparent. Does the old stain need to be completely stripped before applying TWP 1500. What is the best way to prepare the wood before restaining. Are there retail locations where TWP can be purchased.
Thank you.[/quote]
Yes you have to remove the Cabot completely first. Use the Restore A Deck stripper and pressure wash off. Use the RAD brightener after the stripping. We are an online dealer that can ship to you.
I have a 4 year old deck. It is pressure treated lumber (pine?). It was stained a litte over two years ago with Cabot semi-transparent. Does the old stain need to be completely stripped before applying TWP 1500. What is the best way to prepare the wood before restaining. Are there retail locations where TWP can be purchased.
Thank you.
[quote name=”Manuel Leyva”]The age of the house’s redwood wood is about 8 years. It’s been stained with semitransparent materials before.
Two sides it’s been hit by the sun and there’s another one shadowed and kind of moisturized, so it has so many kind of black points and spots.
I wonder what kind of material I should use as cleaner. What kind of stain I should apply.
And finally, is the TWP oil or water base?[/quote]
You need to remove the current coatings first. Stripping usually works but varies on the brand that you are removing. TWP is oil based.
The age of the house’s redwood wood is about 8 years. It’s been stained with semitransparent materials before.
Two sides it’s been hit by the sun and there’s another one shadowed and kind of moisturized, so it has so many kind of black points and spots.
I wonder what kind of material I should use as cleaner. What kind of stain I should apply.
And finally, is the TWP oil or water base?
[quote name=”Fran Mauer”]I have a brand new cedar deck (it is still being installed.)
We live in CT and the deck will be part shade and part sun. I want to stain it, and want to either keep it as natural (not go orangy or yellow) but also like a bit of a gray color. What do you recommend. Your reviews are really nice compared to the Arbor Coat, which seem terrifyingly all over the place.[/quote]
Maybe the clear and let it gray naturally. Please read this about new wood: http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
I have a brand new cedar deck (it is still being installed.)
We live in CT and the deck will be part shade and part sun. I want to stain it, and want to either keep it as natural (not go orangy or yellow) but also like a bit of a gray color. What do you recommend. Your reviews are really nice compared to the Arbor Coat, which seem terrifyingly all over the place.
[quote name=”Stacie Van Dam”]i have a deck that was built in july 2011. it was stained in may 2013 using Olympic Maxim from Lowes, semi-transparent (cedar toned). the deck is made of PT pine. We are in Ohio. It is built around a pool, and is probably 50/50 shade and sun. The shaded areas were very moldy but the stain is fine and the sun area peeled and faded. The peeling area is closest to the pool. i did not know how to stain and some areas look pretty thick and other areas are fine. (I evenutally figured it out and the last sections looked better.) Anyway, i want to stain it again and wanted to use the TWP 1500 cedar. I have washed with deck wash and rinsed with a pressure washer. It is ready to go as far as im concerned. I am not interested in sanding or stripping. I also have a new pergola (two months old) and a few pieces of decking that were just replaed this week. Can I use this product and if not, do you have any suggestions?[/quote]
You cannot apply TWP (or any other stain penetrating stain) over the Olympic without removing it first by sanding or stripping. Sorry but you have to prep correctly for the stain to work.
i have a deck that was built in july 2011. it was stained in may 2013 using Olympic Maxim from Lowes, semi-transparent (cedar toned). the deck is made of PT pine. We are in Ohio. It is built around a pool, and is probably 50/50 shade and sun. The shaded areas were very moldy but the stain is fine and the sun area peeled and faded. The peeling area is closest to the pool. i did not know how to stain and some areas look pretty thick and other areas are fine. (I evenutally figured it out and the last sections looked better.) Anyway, i want to stain it again and wanted to use the TWP 1500 cedar. I have washed with deck wash and rinsed with a pressure washer. It is ready to go as far as im concerned. I am not interested in sanding or stripping. I also have a new pergola (two months old) and a few pieces of decking that were just replaed this week. Can I use this product and if not, do you have any suggestions?
[quote name=”Diane Narkawicz”]I live in RI. My 15 year old deck has a cedar floor and pressure treated rails. I used sikkons on it about 5 years ago. I applied tsp and oxiclean and power washed it. The floor cleaned up great. Do I need to strip the railings? Do I have to use a brightener? I plan on using Twp 1500 cedartone. I was hoping to just be able to apply the Twp without having to strip the railings and without having to use a brightener.[/quote]
You will need to remove all of the Sikkens where you plan on applying the 1500 Series. Yes the brightener is needed and very important.
I live in RI. My 15 year old deck has a cedar floor and pressure treated rails. I used sikkons on it about 5 years ago. I applied tsp and oxiclean and power washed it. The floor cleaned up great. Do I need to strip the railings? Do I have to use a brightener? I plan on using Twp 1500 cedartone. I was hoping to just be able to apply the Twp without having to strip the railings and without having to use a brightener.
[quote name=”Mike Hanson”]Building a deck using Micro Sienna pressure treat lumber. What deck stain is recommended and how long should I wait before staining?[/quote]
Please read this: http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
Use the 100 or the 1500 depending on your state.
Building a deck using Micro Sienna pressure treat lumber. What deck stain is recommended and how long should I wait before staining?
[quote name=”don allen”]I am building exterior screen room using western red cedar for the 8’by 40″ screens, the wood came sanded all sides. I am in a VOC limit state (PA) and would like to use a oil based stain (semi- transparent?)with UV blockers and mold resistance that would allow the grain and great color of this wood show thru. What do you recommend?[/quote]
Use the TWP 1500. It is oil based and works well for PA.
I am building exterior screen room using western red cedar for the 8’by 40″ screens, the wood came sanded all sides. I am in a VOC limit state (PA) and would like to use a oil based stain (semi- transparent?)with UV blockers and mold resistance that would allow the grain and great color of this wood show thru. What do you recommend?
[quote name=”T Stover”]Hello,
Pressure treated wood is 8 years old. First used Sherman Williams semi-transparent then Benjamin Moore solid. Wood is great condition, no splinters but was peeling all over. Power washed, sanded with rental orbital sander. Still see some of the solid stain. What is the next step?[/quote]
You cannot use TWP unless you remove all of the solid stain. Continue to sand until it is all removed. After that you should let the wood weather for a month then prep with the Gemini Restore Kit for the prep before applying the TWP.
Hello,
Pressure treated wood is 8 years old. First used Sherman Williams semi-transparent then Benjamin Moore solid. Wood is great condition, no splinters but was peeling all over. Power washed, sanded with rental orbital sander. Still see some of the solid stain. What is the next step?
[quote name=”Ken Miller”]The deck is 20+ years old, pressure treated pine and has never been stained. I’m in the process of cleaning it and the wood looks to be in good condition with a few boards needing replacement. The location is NW Indiana with partial sun and it is susceptible to mold.[/quote]
After the prep use the TWP 1500 Series for Indiana.
The deck is 20+ years old, pressure treated pine and has never been stained. I’m in the process of cleaning it and the wood looks to be in good condition with a few boards needing replacement. The location is NW Indiana with partial sun and it is susceptible to mold.
[quote name=”Paula”]Our deck is about 5 years old, when it was first done we stained with Sherwin Williams, after about 2 years we tried Cabot, which flaked off terribly. This year we have power washed as much as we could get off. We are looking to get something new that will work better and heard about TWP. We live in PA… Any suggestions for what to do with our deck?[/quote]
You will need to start by removing all of the old stain first. Use the Restore A Deck stripper while pressure washing and then use the RAD Brightener. Once you have 95-100% removed you will be able to use the TWP 1500 Series.
Our deck is about 5 years old, when it was first done we stained with Sherwin Williams, after about 2 years we tried Cabot, which flaked off terribly. This year we have power washed as much as we could get off. We are looking to get something new that will work better and heard about TWP. We live in PA… Any suggestions for what to do with our deck?
[quote name=”Mary Gushman”]I have a 20+ year old cedar deck that needs refinishing. Have replaced some boards last 2 years so need to strip deck and reseal. We have used TWP series 100 exclusively last 10 years. We plan to use RAD stripper, brightener and then stain with TWP 1500 series. Would this be your recommendation? BTW we live in Michigan, deck faces north and tends to have some mildew after winter.[/quote]
Yes this is correct.
I have a 20+ year old cedar deck that needs refinishing. Have replaced some boards last 2 years so need to strip deck and reseal. We have used TWP series 100 exclusively last 10 years. We plan to use RAD stripper, brightener and then stain with TWP 1500 series. Would this be your recommendation? BTW we live in Michigan, deck faces north and tends to have some mildew after winter.
[quote name=”KY”]Getting ready to stain a 6 month old cedar fence. The fence is 5200 sq. ft (inside and out) For 2 coats, I have calculated 5.2-5 gallon buckets are needed of TWP 1500 (live in IN). However, since this is a vertical surface – are two coats needed? The fence does not have a lot of shade. This fence has never been stained. It is a shadow-box fence (5.5 ft high) with 59 8ft panels. Going to use a power Graco Magnum Project Plus sprayer. Thanks![/quote]
Yes you should apply two light coats “wet on wet” for this. Fences are rough sawn wood and they really absorb the stain.
Getting ready to stain a 6 month old cedar fence. The fence is 5200 sq. ft (inside and out) For 2 coats, I have calculated 5.2-5 gallon buckets are needed of TWP 1500 (live in IN). However, since this is a vertical surface – are two coats needed? The fence does not have a lot of shade. This fence has never been stained. It is a shadow-box fence (5.5 ft high) with 59 8ft panels. Going to use a power Graco Magnum Project Plus sprayer. Thanks!
[quote name=”Bob Larsen”]My deck is new wood (treated pine) and was installed 5 months ago.. My question is which TWP preservative to use–TWP 100 or TWP 1500. The deck surface is. exposed to full sun most of the day.[/quote]
What state do you live in?
My deck is new wood (treated pine) and was installed 5 months ago.. My question is which TWP preservative to use–TWP 100 or TWP 1500. The deck surface is. exposed to full sun most of the day.
[quote name=”Designsonyou”]A little more info on my deck. I cleaned the dirt, and green alge by washing with a spray on deck cleaner. The deck is beautiful, but needs a top coat of cedartone (like I’ve done for every 2 years for the last 15 years). It has never been stripped because it never turned grey between coats of TWP101. Your previous answer leads me to believe the 1501 will not stick to the cleaned 101. Is that what you mean. If it will not stick I’ll go back to using 101 every 2 years. I’m trying to use the 1501 because its a better product and better advantages over 101. I just can’t justify stripping an already good looking deck. Explain why, or maybe we should talk on the phone. Your number and extension??[/quote]
My previous answer said to use the Gemini Restore Kit for the prep. That is a cleaner kit, not a stripper. If you are happy with the 101 then stay with it.
A little more info on my deck. I cleaned the dirt, and green alge by washing with a spray on deck cleaner. The deck is beautiful, but needs a top coat of cedartone (like I’ve done for every 2 years for the last 15 years). It has never been stripped because it never turned grey between coats of TWP101. Your previous answer leads me to believe the 1501 will not stick to the cleaned 101. Is that what you mean. If it will not stick I’ll go back to using 101 every 2 years. I’m trying to use the 1501 because its a better product and better advantages over 101. I just can’t justify stripping an already good looking deck. Explain why, or maybe we should talk on the phone. Your number and extension??
[quote name=”Designsonyou”]Can I restain over the top of TWP101 with TWP1501? I am restaining after two years. Deck has been restained every 2 years for the last 15 years with 101. It has been lightly pressure washed (not stripped)washed and dried. Just need to put a fresh coat of cedartone on it again.[/quote]
You can as long as you prep first with the Gemini Restore Kit.
[quote name=”Richard Hammond”]What’s TWP’s recommendations for applying 1500 stain to pressure treated lattice (i.e. sprayer, brush etc.)?[/quote]
Spraying would be the easiest way.
What’s TWP’s recommendations for applying 1500 stain to pressure treated lattice (i.e. sprayer, brush etc.)?
Can I restain over the top of TWP101 with TWP1501? I am restaining after two years. Deck has been restained every 2 years for the last 15 years with 101. It has been lightly pressure washed (not stripped)washed and dried. Just need to put a fresh coat of cedartone on it again.
[quote name=”Dale Jackson”]I have a small deck and a covered porch. Both are about 1 year old and have never been stained.The flooring portion of both is cedar while the exterior boards are PT pine. I live in upstate NY, so I know not all products will be available to me. I would like to go with a lighter color to enhance the cedar flooring. What would be the best recommendation you can give me to achieve this?[/quote]
Use the TWP 1515 Honeytone and prep first with the Gemini Restore Kit.
I have a small deck and a covered porch. Both are about 1 year old and have never been stained.The flooring portion of both is cedar while the exterior boards are PT pine. I live in upstate NY, so I know not all products will be available to me. I would like to go with a lighter color to enhance the cedar flooring. What would be the best recommendation you can give me to achieve this?
[quote name=”Richard Hammond”]What recommended for staining a treated pin deck, a Padco Deck & Fence (blue) applicator or the Padco Exterior Paint & Stain (Red) applicator?[/quote]
Either is fine but we like the red ones better.
What recommended for staining a treated pin deck, a Padco Deck & Fence (blue) applicator or the Padco Exterior Paint & Stain (Red) applicator?
[quote name=”Richard Hammond”]Correction to earlier question. Meant “treated pin”, but stated “untreated pin.”
What’s the recommended method for applying TWP 1500 on untreated pin – spray followed by, brush or sponge (wet on wet)?[/quote]
Yes and all answers can be found on our help site: http://www.twpstainhelp.com/