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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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What is the difference between “clear” and “natural” in 1500 series stains?
Clear does not have any pigment or UV protection while the Natural is tinted and does offer UV protection: https://www.twpstainhelp.com/twp-1500-colors-explained/
I was told that the Natural is not readily available. They are suggesting the Cedartone. From the examples I have seen online it is too brown. I feel the Pecan is closer – brighter but still maybe too red. I really had my heart set on Natural. Is it being discontinued shortly?
Natural is not being discontinued and we have plenty in stock for shipment As for colors, see out photo albums for help: https://www.twpstain.com/twp-1500-series-stain-colors-and-photo-albums/
planning on rebuilding a deck can TWP 1500 be put on this new wood?
How long does delivery take to get to Alberta Canada?
Shipping costs?
How long before recoating required? (approximately)
How does TWP 1500 compare to Thompson’s Water Seal? We have always used Thompsons but looking for a longer lasting product.
TWP 1500 is not allowed in Canada. The 200 Series is:
https://www.twpstain.com/wood-and-deck-stains/twp-wood-stains/twp-200-series
Shipping costs can be seen after adding products to cart and entering your shipping info.
See this about new wood:
https://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
Thompsons is useless… Cannot even compare the two.
8 years old; northern Canada;cabin at lake; covered but exposed at edges; 650 sq feet
pressure treated spruce 2×6 deck boards
No previous finish
boards have shrunk and cracked a little bit
please help with prep and correct product . Thanks
Prep with this:
https://www.twpstain.com/gemini-s-restore-a-deck-cleaner-and-brightener-kit
And stain with the TWP 200 Series:
https://www.twpstain.com/wood-and-deck-stains/twp-wood-stains/twp-200-series
i replaced my deck last year and stained it with preserva wood redwood stain.It did not even last 6 months .I am looking at TWP 1500 redwood to redo the finish.Before I started researching stains I started pressure washing the deck.What is the best way to proceed now.can I continue pressure washing?
You will need to remove the current coating. If the pressure washing does this then you should be good. If not, you may need to use a stripper while doing the washing. Brighten the wood when done.
built a 20×20′ pergola using doug-fir beams and cedar posts last summer. Getting ready to clean/stain it for the first time this spring. Going with restore-a-deck and light pressure wash, and then should i use 1500 on it? Once it’s had time to dry, will the stain cause any residue runoff when it rains? there is a brand new concrete pad underneath the pergola and i dont want any stain residue washing off in the rain over the next few years.
Hello, yes on the prep and the TWP 1500 Stain for this. TWP is a full curing stain so once cured/dry, it will not have any runoff onto the concrete.
My deck is about 25 years old I’ve used only Flood CWF cedar tone semi transparent. I have read that two 1500 has a great rating. Can I put this on my deck now. It’s been cleaned with a deck cleaner and it really needs to be sealed.
Hello, The Flood has to be fully removed to be able to use the TWP. If your the prep has removed it, then you are good to go. If not, you will need to strip and brighten the wood for prep.
With the honey tone and new redwood I used about 4 gallons of the 5 gallon container I purchased for this time around should I purchase a 5 gallon and an additional 1 gallon just to make sure I have enough if it will penetrate more?
It should be enough and yes it is more absorbent.
Live coastal California. Have 2 year old redwood deck (1200 sqft)
Clean and stained it (very light application) with 1500 honeytone when new. Time for a redwood stain this time around. How should I prepare the deck before staining? Do I have to strip it? Or just clean it?
Best to use this kit when changing colors. Very easy to do:
https://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-stripper-brightener-kit-detail
1200 sq ft new cedar deck that has been weathering since last October. I plan on staining in May. Do I need to do 2 coats or is one sufficient. Can I use my airless sprayer to apply it?
Just one coat. Best to apply by hand. You can spray but you will need to back brush to ensure it applies evenly and penetrates correctly. See here for tips on new wood:
https://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
Thanks for the reply. How much do I need to order for 1200 sq ft?
For the one coat, about 7-9 gallons.
3 years
Rough sawn oak
Solid as a rock
Deck was coated with Thompson’s 3 years ago, porch, so far nothing
Oak has greyed which I wish to keep. The deck has a partial roof, oak posts, about 225 sq ft, the front porch has a roof, oak posts, 288 sq ft. Need a clear product.
Look at the TWP 1500 in Clear.
I have lots of left over stain and I’d like to know if I can use that stain and apply it to my unfinished hickory hardwood floor inside my house and apply a finish polyurethane coat on top
Sorry but no it will not work for this.
Can I apply the 1500 over the previous 500 used years ago on my California redwood deck.
Thanks
Jeff
Yes, but you will need to prep first. Use this:
https://www.twpstain.com/gemini-s-restore-a-deck-cleaner-and-brightener-kit
I have 3 cedar veneer sectional overhead doors which are 10 years old in very good condition. They were sealed with an alkyd clear preservative, Sikkens Cetol, satin finish. One additional coat of the same sealer was applied 5 years ago. The doors are in need to refinishing again. There is some mildew on the lower section of the doors. We are located in Schenectady, NY. Which product do you recommend?
TWP cannot be applied over the Sikkens. This would have to be removed fully first by sanding. Once removed, you would use the TWP 1500 Series for NY.
[quote name=”ski Bum”]Hi, I applied 1501 on my deck a few years ago. Is it better to stick with the 1500 series and put 1501 over the 1501 or is it better to apply the longer lasting oil based 100 series.[/quote]
Stay with the TWP 1500 after prep with the Gemini Restore Kit. The 100 Series is not longer lasting. Both the 100 and the 1500 last about the same.
Hi, I applied 1501 on my deck a few years ago. Is it better to stick with the 1500 series and put 1501 over the 1501 or is it better to apply the longer lasting oil based 100 series.
[quote name=”chuck51″]Age – 3 years
Type – Pressure treated pine
condition – Good, but fading and lightening
Stain – none
Area – Pool deck and railing system
Which product is best, 100 or 1500?[/quote]
Where do you live?
[quote name=”Barbara Tuner”]I have a two year old pressure treated pine deck in Denver Colorado. What is the best product for this area and the wood that I have. No other sealants or stains have been applied. Lumber was purchased at Lowes. Thanks Barb[/quote]
Prep first with our Gemini Restore kit and stain with the TWP 100 Series for this one.
[quote name=”B. Hica”]I’m having my deck done with Trex Select, Saddle color, and the railing will be new cedar. What color most closely matches this Trex color, and can I use TWP 1500 on new cedar without much of a weathering period?[/quote]
No, you cannot stain new wood right away. See this article:
https://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
As for color, please try some samples for testing:
https://www.twpstain.com/stain-samples
[quote name=”Mark Anderson”]I stained a pergola and two arbors this year with Ready Seal Dark Walnut. Although the stain applies well and looks good it is not dark enough and certainly not dark walnut. I am wondering if I can use TWP over this to get a darker look. All wood was standard pressure treated lumber from Home Depot and varied in age from 10 years, 5 years and new this. None of the 3 structures were ever stained or treated at all prior to applying Rrady Seal Stain[/quote]
You cannot apply TWP over a stain of a different brand. You would need to remove the Ready Seal fully first with the Restore A Deck Stripper Kit.
I stained a pergola and two arbors this year with Ready Seal Dark Walnut. Although the stain applies well and looks good it is not dark enough and certainly not dark walnut. I am wondering if I can use TWP over this to get a darker look. All wood was standard pressure treated lumber from Home Depot and varied in age from 10 years, 5 years and new this. None of the 3 structures were ever stained or treated at all prior to applying Rrady Seal Stain
I’m having my deck done with Trex Select, Saddle color, and the railing will be new cedar. What color most closely matches this Trex color, and can I use TWP 1500 on new cedar without much of a weathering period?
I have a two year old pressure treated pine deck in Denver Colorado. What is the best product for this area and the wood that I have. No other sealants or stains have been applied. Lumber was purchased at Lowes. Thanks Barb
Age – 3 years
Type – Pressure treated pine
condition – Good, but fading and lightening
Stain – none
Area – Pool deck and railing system
Which product is best, 100 or 1500?
[quote name=”Jim W. Smith”]I have a large redwood deck with a lot of sun 4000′ elevation in the sierras. I am removing the superdeck redwood stain. Want to apply TWP. What color do you recommend that will last the longest. I do not want to use redwood stain. We are also using RAD stripper on our pine log siding for the house. We want the house darker than[/quote]
Try the Pecan color 1520.
I have a large redwood deck with a lot of sun 4000′ elevation in the sierras. I am removing the superdeck redwood stain. Want to apply TWP. What color do you recommend that will last the longest. I do not want to use redwood stain. We are also using RAD stripper on our pine log siding for the house. We want the house darker than
[quote name=”Julia Gulia”]Hi, we live in the mountains in Northern California and we are looking for a stain for our house and chicken coop. We will have to use the same stain since the coop is attached to the house. Is the 1500 livestock save?[/quote]
Once it fully dries and cures, yes it is safe.
[quote name=”Derrick W”]Hello,
I would like to apply TWP 1500 in a clear coat over my douglas fir deck boards and railings. I previously installed the deck and had applied Thompsons water seal. Can I place TWP1500 directly over the Thompsons or do I have to remove the Thompsons first? If I have to remove it what should I use to remove it and prep the deck?
Is TWP 1500 the right stain/sealer and is the natural a clear so natural lumber color will not be affected?
Thank you Derrick[/quote]
Natural color is tinted. The Clear is not. Clear also means you will not have UV protection from graying. The Natural being tinted and all the other TWP colors will offer UV protection. You will need to remove the Thompsons first:
https://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-stripper-brightener-kit-detail
Hi, we live in the mountains in Northern California and we are looking for a stain for our house and chicken coop. We will have to use the same stain since the coop is attached to the house. Is the 1500 livestock save?
Hello,
I would like to apply TWP 1500 in a clear coat over my douglas fir deck boards and railings. I previously installed the deck and had applied Thompsons water seal. Can I place TWP1500 directly over the Thompsons or do I have to remove the Thompsons first? If I have to remove it what should I use to remove it and prep the deck?
Is TWP 1500 the right stain/sealer and is the natural a clear so natural lumber color will not be affected?
Thank you Derrick
[quote name=”Rocco Loccisano”]Have a camp in northern New York adirondacks
New wood nothing on seasoned for 1 1/2years
Would the 1500 product be the right choice. Could I get samples? Will it hold up to the severe cold – how late temp can I go was thinking September won’t have much time in warm weather or wait till spring? Please advise to best approach and where I can buy products?[/quote]
Yes, the 1500 Series is correct for this. It would be best to stain this year. You have until mid-October. Prep first with the Gemini Restore Kit.
Samples are here:
https://www.twpstain.com/stain-samples
Have a camp in northern New York adirondacks
New wood nothing on seasoned for 1 1/2years
Would the 1500 product be the right choice. Could I get samples? Will it hold up to the severe cold – how late temp can I go was thinking September won’t have much time in warm weather or wait till spring? Please advise to best approach and where I can buy products?
[quote name=”Laurence Frank”]Where do you live?[/quote]
The house is in Nevada so I can use either 100 or 1500. My priority is effectiveness and durability. Which will last longer before needing another treatment?
Old dry redwood, sanded down to fresh wood.[/quote]
They will last about the same. The 1500 has slightly higher solids so it could give a little longer UV protection when in full sun.
Where do you live?[/quote]
The house is in Nevada so I can use either 100 or 1500. My priority is effectiveness and durability. Which will last longer before needing another treatment?
Old dry redwood, sanded down to fresh wood.
[quote name=”Laurence Frank”]I have an old redwood house with full sun exposure. I am sanding down to fresh wood, and can use either TWP 100 or 1500 here.
Which will give most durability?
Thanks.[/quote]
Where do you live?
I have an old redwood house with full sun exposure. I am sanding down to fresh wood, and can use either TWP 100 or 1500 here.
Which will give most durability?
Thanks.
[quote name=”Mary Gohlike”]I have two decks, the upper deck was rebuilt 3 years ago using treated pine. it is in good condition. It was stained with Cabot stain and is about 40′ x 7 ‘. The lower deck is about 50′ x 7’, but is probably 16 years old. It is in fairly good condition and made of treated pine. I also used Cabot stain on this deck. I believe the stain is chestnut brown. I want to better match it with my siding which is sikkens Cetrol SRD Mahogany. I want to use the TWP redwood stain, but do not want to remove the existing stain, because it is less work and I want the brown color under the redwood. Can I pressure wash and apply TWP?[/quote]
Unfortunately, you cannot apply the TWP over a different brand of stain. You will need to use the Restore A Deck Stripper first.
I have two decks, the upper deck was rebuilt 3 years ago using treated pine. it is in good condition. It was stained with Cabot stain and is about 40′ x 7 ‘. The lower deck is about 50′ x 7’, but is probably 16 years old. It is in fairly good condition and made of treated pine. I also used Cabot stain on this deck. I believe the stain is chestnut brown. I want to better match it with my siding which is sikkens Cetrol SRD Mahogany. I want to use the TWP redwood stain, but do not want to remove the existing stain, because it is less work and I want the brown color under the redwood. Can I pressure wash and apply TWP?
[quote name=”Gaynell”]stripped a vanity, and used TWP stain (had plenty left over, and just bought so I know it’s good). Only put on 2 coats, but now it is sticky/tacky feeling and taking forever to dry. Was this a mistake? Pretty sure it is ash wood.[/quote]
Over applied. Ash is a hardwood. TWP is not suggested for this wood type and if used only 1 coat should have been applied because of the woods density.
stripped a vanity, and used TWP stain (had plenty left over, and just bought so I know it’s good). Only put on 2 coats, but now it is sticky/tacky feeling and taking forever to dry. Was this a mistake? Pretty sure it is ash wood.
[quote name=”Jim W. Smith”]We live in a 2000 sq. ft. pine log siding. We have a 1200 sq. ft. garage made of the same materials. The logs are turning dark and need to be cleaned. The house finish is Superdeck oil 7100 Amberhue. We’re thinking about pressure cleaning with walnut shells and stain with TWP1500 stain. What are your suggestion?
We also have a 2000 sq. ft. redwood deck that needs to cleaned and restained. Heart redwood DP 1905 oil base transparent stain is currently on the deck
Could I restrain the deck using TWP 1511? How about cleaning with Restore a Deck?? Any thoughts or suggestions for me?
Thank You,
Jim
.
.[/quote]
You could strip and pressure wash to remove. Not sure if you will need the media blasting with the Walnut Shells. Once removed, brighten all the wood.
As for the deck, the old coating needs to come off as well. You will need a stain stripper or sanding to remove. Brighten after.
We live in a 2000 sq. ft. pine log siding. We have a 1200 sq. ft. garage made of the same materials. The logs are turning dark and need to be cleaned. The house finish is Superdeck oil 7100 Amberhue. We’re thinking about pressure cleaning with walnut shells and stain with TWP1500 stain. What are your suggestion?
We also have a 2000 sq. ft. redwood deck that needs to cleaned and restained. Heart redwood DP 1905 oil base transparent stain is currently on the deck
Could I restrain the deck using TWP 1511? How about cleaning with Restore a Deck?? Any thoughts or suggestions for me?
Thank You,
Jim
.
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[quote name=”SteveS_83″]I have a 1.5 year old cedar railing that I applied TWP 1500 Rustic to. The top surfaces are dirty so I’d like to clean it without removing any of the existing stain. What product can I use to do this. I thought of using a diluted mix of water and simple green but would rather use a product designed for this purpose.[/quote]
Hello, there is not a product designed to just clean dirt and not remove any of the stain. Try warm water and some dish soap to see if that does the trick. Being too “aggressive” with the cleaner could result in some of the stain lifting as well.
I have a 1.5 year old cedar railing that I applied TWP 1500 Rustic to. The top surfaces are dirty so I’d like to clean it without removing any of the existing stain. What product can I use to do this. I thought of using a diluted mix of water and simple green but would rather use a product designed for this purpose.
[quote name=”JAMES H RAFFERTY”]3 gal twp 1503 and shipping cost ?[/quote]
Please add the gallons to cart and enter your shipping info for the total cost with shipping:
https://www.twpstain.com/twp-1500-series-1-gallon
3 gal twp 1503 and shipping cost ?
[quote name=”Timothy Lillard”]12 year old deck of roofed but open porch, of birch, attractive and in good condition except that there is a stain from some spill, and the sunny edges are kind of gray. Mildew always an issue with a good amount of shade from trees and roof, and in upstate NY with plenty of precipitation, clouds, cool and cold weather. Previously treated with Cabot, either natural or clear, and we have cleaned and sanded it; leaving some white in the softer layers of the grain in the sunnier portion of the deck.[/quote]
Did you remove all of the Cabot? If so apply two coats wet on wet of the TWP 1500 Series. If not, you should remove the Cabot with this:
https://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-stripper-brightener-kit-detail
Birch deck under covered but open porch, 12 years old, in good condition except for some graying on the sunny edge, some mildew, and a stain that no solvent removes.
We previously stained deck with a neutral or clear Cabot, or maybe Sikkens stain.
We have used deck cleaners, and then sanded it. We live in upstate NY, plenty of precipitation, clouds, cool and cold weather, and mostly shaded by trees in the afternoon.
Are we done with prep, and which TWP to use?
Thanks, Tim
[quote name=”Larry Krame”]1. Age: 30 years
2. Type: treated pine
3. Condition: pretty good
4. Previously stained with: Pittsburgh Paints Ultra Advanced Semi-Transparent Deck, Fence & Siding Stain
5. Area: Exterior Deck
I have already scrubbed my deck with Behr All-In One Wood Cleaner. Do I need to do any other prep?
I live in Illinois so should I be considering your 1500 Series Deck Stain? If so, can you email me the instructions on the can so I know how to apply and what accessories to get?[/quote]
The previous coating will need to be removed during the prep. If the cleaner did not remove the old stain, then use the Restore A Deck Stripper Kit. The TWP 1500 is the correct product for IL. All application and prep instructions can be found here:
https://www.twpstainhelp.com/
1. Age: 30 years
2. Type: treated pine
3. Condition: pretty good
4. Previously stained with: Pittsburgh Paints Ultra Advanced Semi-Transparent Deck, Fence & Siding Stain
5. Area: Exterior Deck
I have already scrubbed my deck with Behr All-In One Wood Cleaner. Do I need to do any other prep?
I live in Illinois so should I be considering your 1500 Series Deck Stain? If so, can you email me the instructions on the can so I know how to apply and what accessories to get?
[quote name=”Shingdao”]Age of wood? 1 year
Type of wood? PT Southern Yellow Pine/ Non- PT Western Red Cedar for rail tops
Condition of the wood? Very Good
Has it been stained previously and if so with what brand of stain? Never stained
Small description of the area to be treated. Outdoor deck, rails and stairs[/quote]
Prep with Gemini Restore Kit first before applying the TWP 1500 Series.