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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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1 year
rough cut pine
good
no
wood siding on 2 story, 24×32′ house
I am staining rough sawn pine wood siding that is about a year old. Do I need to do any prep work before staining? How many coats are recommended for rough cut wood? Thanks!
[quote name=”Tracye”]Is TWP 1500 oil-based or water-based?[/quote]
Oil based.
Is TWP 1500 oil-based or water-based?
[quote name=”Melissa Shaw”]I have power spray-cleaned my approxiamately 15 year old 1000 sq ft redwood deck that has never been stained or sealed. The wood is in decent shape – gray and showing some cracking but otherwise looks good.
The location is central California — the deck gets full sun to part shade.
I am planning on staining with TWP 1500 cedar tone.
Do I need to further pre-treat or clean? Would you guess do to the age that I would need two application (wet-on-wet) to get the best results necessitating ordering two 5 gallon pails?
Thank you[/quote]
Yes you should apply two coats one on wet to this dried out deck. Two of the 5 gallons should be correct amount. Prep additionally with the Gemini Restore Kit to remove the rest of the gray.
I have power spray-cleaned my approxiamately 15 year old 1000 sq ft redwood deck that has never been stained or sealed. The wood is in decent shape – gray and showing some cracking but otherwise looks good.
The location is central California — the deck gets full sun to part shade.
I am planning on staining with TWP 1500 cedar tone.
Do I need to further pre-treat or clean? Would you guess do to the age that I would need two application (wet-on-wet) to get the best results necessitating ordering two 5 gallon pails?
Thank you
[quote name=”Katie Klahn”]Hi there,
I have a few questions for installing a new deck.
-I’ve heard you should wait 3-12 months to stain new, smooth cedar decking. Is this accurate? How much wait time do you recommend with a new deck?
-Part of the deck is ironwood.How well does the 1500 absorb into ironwood?
-Should I stain the underside and edges of the deck before installing it?
Thanks so much![/quote]
-Wait 4-12 months then prep with Gemini Kit.
-No it is not designed for ironwoods
-No need to do the undersides or edges.
Hi there,
I have a few questions for installing a new deck.
-I’ve heard you should wait 3-12 months to stain new, smooth cedar decking. Is this accurate? How much wait time do you recommend with a new deck?
-Part of the deck is ironwood.How well does the 1500 absorb into ironwood?
-Should I stain the underside and edges of the deck before installing it?
Thanks so much!
[quote name=”Merrill”]For redwood deck, age 20y, like more light rose-red than the redwood 1502; what would you recommend?[/quote]
Try the 1511 California Redwood.
[quote name=”michael rice”]does 1500 clear protect as well as Cedartone or Natural. I’m looking for transparent, I understand there are less solids in clear and there for less protection, is this correct?[/quote]
There is no UV protection form graying in the clear. It will still protect from water, mold, etc.
For redwood deck, age 20y, like more light rose-red than the redwood 1502; what would you recommend?
does 1500 clear protect as well as Cedartone or Natural. I’m looking for transparent, I understand there are less solids in clear and there for less protection, is this correct?
[quote name=”Brooke E. B.”]Age of wood? 15+ years
Type of wood? Cedar
Condition of the wood? Good.
Has it been stained previously and if so with what brand of stain? Yes, unknown brand, semi-transparent.
Looking to strip, brighten, sand and restain our cedar garage door. Used TWP on the deck, but just wondering if we could also use on the door and then finish with a high-end clear varnish. Thanks![/quote]
You cannot apply a varnish over the TWP. Use the Restore A Deck products for the strip and brighten before applying the TWP.
[quote name=”Jay Jones”]850sq foot deck Half covered half uncovered cedar. 2 years old. Treated initially with Seal-Once which was worthless and sanded whole deck after one year. Then applied Penofin. Uncovered part of decked developed lots of mold/mildew(we live in Tacoma,WA) cleaned with 30 second cleaner and now ready to stain the uncovered part but covered appears fine. Can we stain with TWP over Penofin? would like to used a semi-solid stain. Appreciate your thought and recommendations[/quote]
No you cannot, you have to remove the Penfoin with the Restore A Deck Stripper and a pressure wash. Use the Restore A Deck Brightener when finished. Once removed you can use the TWP.
Age of wood? 15+ years
Type of wood? Cedar
Condition of the wood? Good.
Has it been stained previously and if so with what brand of stain? Yes, unknown brand, semi-transparent.
Looking to strip, brighten, sand and restain our cedar garage door. Used TWP on the deck, but just wondering if we could also use on the door and then finish with a high-end clear varnish. Thanks!
850sq foot deck Half covered half uncovered cedar. 2 years old. Treated initially with Seal-Once which was worthless and sanded whole deck after one year. Then applied Penofin. Uncovered part of decked developed lots of mold/mildew(we live in Tacoma,WA) cleaned with 30 second cleaner and now ready to stain the uncovered part but covered appears fine. Can we stain with TWP over Penofin? would like to used a semi-solid stain. Appreciate your thought and recommendations
[quote name=”Rick shulson”]16×24 deck. New pressure treated pine. Would like a light red cedar look. Live in Canada -40c to + 40c temps. What steps and stain would you recommend[/quote]
TWP currently is not allowed in Canada.
16×24 deck. New pressure treated pine. Would like a light red cedar look. Live in Canada -40c to + 40c temps. What steps and stain would you recommend
[quote name=”Lynne B”]What is the dry time of clear 1500?[/quote]
Depends on weather conditions and age of the deck. Could be 4-12 hours.
What is the dry time of clear 1500?
[quote name=”steve coates”]I have a cedar privacy fence that is approx. 1 1/2 years old. Nothing has been done to the fence. It has grayed out and I want to stain it. What all would you recommend to do this. The fence is approx. 285 ft. long by 6 ft. high, gets full sun in central Ky.[/quote]
Prep with the Gemini Restore Kits and stain with the TWP 100 Series. For the Kits you will need about 4 for the 3400 sq. feet. That includes both sides. As for the stain. You will need 25-35 gallons for two coats and both sides. Hard to say exactly as coverage depends on the wood porosity and application method.
I have a cedar privacy fence that is approx. 1 1/2 years old. Nothing has been done to the fence. It has grayed out and I want to stain it. What all would you recommend to do this. The fence is approx. 285 ft. long by 6 ft. high, gets full sun in central Ky.
[quote name=”brian_r”]The large deck/porch was half done on Sat. It rained Sunday overnight hard, and when the contractor returned to finished Monday morning, he wiped away the water off/down the tops of the uncovered landing, and steps. It dried in full sun (90 degrees) about 4 hrs and then he stained it as he said the wood dried out enough. I’m just concerned that he applied it too early, just to complete the job to get paid. How much time should be considered ‘long enough’ to determine whether I was right? Or what should I look for?[/quote]
Hard to say if there will be an issue or not. As long as the TWP soaks into the wood and dries fully then most likely it will be fine.
The large deck/porch was half done on Sat. It rained Sunday overnight hard, and when the contractor returned to finished Monday morning, he wiped away the water off/down the tops of the uncovered landing, and steps. It dried in full sun (90 degrees) about 4 hrs and then he stained it as he said the wood dried out enough. I’m just concerned that he applied it too early, just to complete the job to get paid. How much time should be considered ‘long enough’ to determine whether I was right? Or what should I look for?
[quote name=”D”]2 year old very ray wood fence made with pressure treated yellow pine I want a semi transparent to let the knots and grain show thru, Wood was never treated and just recently powered washed. I want a yellowish based color, not orange, not to red. suggestions please[/quote]
Honeytone is a golden color but will vary based on your wood.
2 year old very ray wood fence made with pressure treated yellow pine I want a semi transparent to let the knots and grain show thru, Wood was never treated and just recently powered washed. I want a yellowish based color, not orange, not to red. suggestions please
[quote name=”B0gebhardt”]i have some newly chopped rounds of cherry wood i plan on using for pavers in the backyard….how long should i let them dry out before i stain them/ what process should i use?[/quote]
Dry out for at least 4 months.
i have some newly chopped rounds of cherry wood i plan on using for pavers in the backyard….how long should i let them dry out before i stain them/ what process should i use?
[quote name=”Frank Iezzi”]I’m in SE Ohio. I have a deck, faces east, 14′ x 70′, plus steps. Nearby lake (so humidity & moisture most of the time). Made from pressure treated pine, installed Oct 2013. Never been stained. Want something light colored but has UV protection. Is TWP 1500 the product to use? After powerwashing should I use the Gemini restore kit? Any help appreciated![/quote]
You use the
Gemini Restore Kit while pressure washing. Yes you would need the 1500 series for Ohio.
I’m in SE Ohio. I have a deck, faces east, 14′ x 70′, plus steps. Nearby lake (so humidity & moisture most of the time). Made from pressure treated pine, installed Oct 2013. Never been stained. Want something light colored but has UV protection. Is TWP 1500 the product to use? After powerwashing should I use the Gemini restore kit? Any help appreciated!
[quote name=”Rebecca Janssen”]I think I am in love with Prairie Gray, but I live in California! Does the TMP1500 come in Prairie Gray? Our redwood fence was installed about 4 months ago. It is 3 dimensional, rough and never stained. I love the color of the redwood, but it is a little too “bright”next to our dark gray (BM Chelsea Gray) house. It’s a lotta fence, 30 linear ft. on either side of the house. Please advise.[/quote]
Sorry but it does not.
I think I am in love with Prairie Gray, but I live in California! Does the TMP1500 come in Prairie Gray? Our redwood fence was installed about 4 months ago. It is 3 dimensional, rough and never stained. I love the color of the redwood, but it is a little too “bright”next to our dark gray (BM Chelsea Gray) house. It’s a lotta fence, 30 linear ft. on either side of the house. Please advise.
[quote name=”ChrisH”]10 years
Pine
Weathered
Not been stained previously
Gets exposed to all four seasons ranging from cold, snowy and dry all the way to hot, and humid with our fair share of rain as well.
Does untreated weathered wood always need to be cleaned first and is it better to apply in the less warm and humid fall weather or is warm, humid summer weather okay too?[/quote]
Prep first with the Gemini Restore Kit. Stain with the TWP 1500 Series. Does not matter if done now or in the Fall.
10 years
Pine
Weathered
Not been stained previously
Gets exposed to all four seasons ranging from cold, snowy and dry all the way to hot, and humid with our fair share of rain as well.
Does untreated weathered wood always need to be cleaned first and is it better to apply in the less warm and humid fall weather or is warm, humid summer weather okay too?
[quote name=”Jeffry Olsen”]3 years old
Cedar
Aged 2 years
Not stained
Deck, mostly sun exposure but corners that are prone to mildew
What is the best way to prep to revive wood and what TWP series shoudl I use?[/quote]
Prep with the Gemini Restore Kit and light pressure washing. Stain with either the 100 or 1500 depending on which state you are in and what is allowed in your state.
3 years old
Cedar
Aged 2 years
Not stained
Deck, mostly sun exposure but corners that are prone to mildew
What is the best way to prep to revive wood and what TWP series shoudl I use?
[quote name=”Marc Boisse”]We are staining a log home for a customer. What prep needs to take place to the logs. The logs are in pretty good shape. It does need to be chinked. Would I do that before the staining or after?[/quote]
The logs need to be cleaned and or stripped of any previous coatings. A wood brightener should be applied as final prep. Chink after or before.
We are staining a log home for a customer. What prep needs to take place to the logs. The logs are in pretty good shape. It does need to be chinked. Would I do that before the staining or after?
[quote name=”Charles Fayash”]How many Square ft does a 5gal bucket cover?[/quote]
About 750-1000 sq. feet for one coat but varies based on wood age and type of wood.
How many Square ft does a 5gal bucket cover?
[quote name=”TimTF”]1. 18years
2. Pine
3. gray with mildew
4. in 2008 with Olympic Maximum (3 year warranty)
5. Water tends to stand after a rain but it also gets blasted with afternoon sun which makes the boards extremely hot. Would using outdoor carpet be harmful to your stains?[/quote]
Clean and brighten for prep to remove the gray and mold using the Gemini Restore Kit. Stain with two coats of the TWP applied wet on wet. Outdoor rugs are fine after fully dry.
1. 18years
2. Pine
3. gray with mildew
4. in 2008 with Olympic Maximum (3 year warranty)
5. Water tends to stand after a rain but it also gets blasted with afternoon sun which makes the boards extremely hot. Would using outdoor carpet be harmful to your stains?
[quote name=”olive1954″]I have treated pine lumber deck approx. 10 yrs. old. Some sign of aging and rot but not bad. Used water sealer for the first time two years ago. Water beading is almost gone. Would like a bit of color to the deck to make it look good again. Approx. 1200 sq.ft. of deck with steps and railing. I have a pressure washer. Do I need to do anything more to prep surface? Also, can the twp 1500 stain be applied with a sprayer. Thank you, Bill Schmeda[/quote]
Use the Gemini Restore Kit while pressure washing. TWP can be sprayed but you should back brush to ensure an even coverage of the TWP.
I have treated pine lumber deck approx. 10 yrs. old. Some sign of aging and rot but not bad. Used water sealer for the first time two years ago. Water beading is almost gone. Would like a bit of color to the deck to make it look good again. Approx. 1200 sq.ft. of deck with steps and railing. I have a pressure washer. Do I need to do anything more to prep surface? Also, can the twp 1500 stain be applied with a sprayer. Thank you, Bill Schmeda
[quote name=”bob foster”]where in or around salem nh may i purchase twp stain 5 gal?[/quote]
We are an online dealer that can ship to you in 3-4 days.
where in or around salem nh may i purchase twp stain 5 gal?
[quote name=”prista”]Age = 6 months
type of wood = untreated, unstained redwood.
condition = still new appearing, never cleaned, not grayed.
No previous staining.
this is a redwood retaining wall lining the driveway.
Does the wood need to be prepped? If so, what is the simplest way to do that? Hoping to avoid the prep recommended for new wood deck as this is just a retaining wall. Interested in using twp 1500 for staining.[/quote]
Yes you need to prep to remove mill glaze. Use the Gemini Restore Kit. Just one coat of the TWP for the first time staining.
[quote name=”Tom Mitchell”]deck is 20 yrs old SYP in sound condition w/ a few splinters.Stained a few times over the years. The last was Sikkens Cetol SRD. Previously with primarily Olympic. Approx 400sf deck w/railings. Thanks for your help[/quote]
Prep by removing all old coatings with the Restore A Deck Stripper and a pressure washer. Use the RAD brightener after. Once wood is clean and free of old coatings, you can use the 1500.
Age = 6 months
type of wood = untreated, unstained redwood.
condition = still new appearing, never cleaned, not grayed.
No previous staining.
this is a redwood retaining wall lining the driveway.
Does the wood need to be prepped? If so, what is the simplest way to do that? Hoping to avoid the prep recommended for new wood deck as this is just a retaining wall. Interested in using twp 1500 for staining.
deck is 20 yrs old SYP in sound condition w/ a few splinters.Stained a few times over the years. The last was Sikkens Cetol SRD. Previously with primarily Olympic. Approx 400sf deck w/railings. Thanks for your help
[quote name=”MBOhio13″]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?[/quote]
Use a stain pad like these:
http://www.twpstain.com/padco-stain-pads