TWP Stain Comparison

[quote name=”Richard hammond”]I have a 2yr old pine pressure treated deck in conneticut that’s never been sealed or stained and is starting to show signs of weathering and color loss. I’m looking to apply TWP1500 stain, but I would like to now what type of decking prep products I should use before applying the TWP 1500 stain (ie deck cleaner, color brightener ect).[/quote]
Prep with the Gemini Restore Kit.

[quote name=”barbara meyers”]It rained 12 hours after I applied TWP 1500 stain to my very dry 15 years old wood deck. What should I expect now?[/quote]
It is most likely fine with no issues. Check when dry from water that it does not have in separation stain spots that like like dime sized.

[quote name=”Bill Conlin”]I am redoing a 20yr old Peruvian Mahogany deck after stripping and brightening.The wood is in great condition. It has had water based Benjamin Moore Arborcoat on it. Which of your products would be the best for this situation? Thanks[/quote]
You cannot apply TWP on the Arbor coat so you first thing to address is full removal by sanding it off. Once removed, you can use the 100 or 1500 Series.

[quote name=”Kenneth Francis”]I am planning on refinishing my 15 year old cedar deck–Used TWP 100 about 5 years ago. I want to do the entire deck, top and bottom 14×40.
I have a lot of tree droppings on the deck every year and its fully shaded after 1pm–I need something that will hold up to the moisture and tree droppings and keep the mold/mildew down. What do you recommend? How much of it[/quote]
Use the TWP 100 again after prepping with the Restore A Deck Kit. What is the total sq. footage with all decking, railings, and stairs?

[quote name=”Gillian Cropp”]WE are building a replacement deck in Conheart Redwood in California. Can you ship the oil-based formulas to us? If so which would be the best formula for a deck which gets hot sun for 8 months a year, very little rain in winter only and some frosts. No snow.
The deck is 550 linear feet and averages 7 feet across.
I would like to get samples of TWP 1500 in the most translucent you manufacture and in Redwood (would prefer very little pigment).[/quote]
TWP 1500 is allowed for CA and it is oil based. We have samples on this link: http://www.twpstain.com/stain-samples

[quote name=”Steven Mack”]Is TWP 1500 series stain a Semi Transparent stain? Reason is I have deck boards that have been replace over a three year period and would like to not have to much of a color difference[/quote]
Yes it is.

[quote name=”Marlene S.”]My deck is pressure treat pine, about 8 years old and very grey & weathered. Part is shaded and part is full sun all afternoon & faces the south. I’m in Minnesota with all the extremes in temp@ weather. I know the deck needs to be cleaned and brightened, but which preservative product is better? Also if I purchase the 5 gals how should any left over product be stored?[/quote]
Use the 100 for this. Read this article about shelf life:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/shelf-life-of-twp/

[quote name=”Brittonwood”]What about mixing a can of 1500 and a can of 100 to get the UV protection and the solids? Kinda like a greatest hits?[/quote]
No advantage and we would not suggest it.

[quote name=”Brittonwood”]40 year old home
age of deck unknown (assume 20 years)
Pressure treated Pine
Low to ground – 12 inches
East exposure Morning sun, afternoon shade.
Location: Mid Atlantic Richmond, VA
Mold/Mildew? – most likely.
Deck will be completely sanded.

I’ve always been told that it is the solids that make the difference in the longevity of a stain. From my reading, It seems as though that the 100 would be “better” suited for this application. I guess a higher VOC content would be a better varnish/protector? Is that why?

What do you think?[/quote]
I would do the 100 Series but in a darker color for better UV protection.

[quote name=”Karen sue of 82″]We just sanded the solid color stain off of our deck. It was peeling after two years and had areas of black mildew. We live south of Atlanta, GA and would like a semi-transparent stain. Which of the products that you offer would you recommend? If I need total of 8 gallons how does the pricing work?[/quote]
I would suggest the 100 Series for this. It will penetrate your sanded wood better. Pricing is on this page:
http://www.twpstain.com/twp-100-series

[quote name=”Doug Cook”]I replaced Several balusters on my deck with treated wood. I want to apply the TWP 1500 Natural to may deck and balusters. How long must I wait before applying the stain.[/quote]
Please read this:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/

Thanks!

[quote name=”Scott Schoenfeld”]I have home built in 2009 which was sided with tongue and groove western red Cedar. The cedar siding was pre-coated with Cabot Clear stain and was re-stained with Cabot Clear 3 years ago. I live in Northern Nevada at 5800 ft. low humidity, lots of sun. Which stain would you recommend and how should I prep the wood. I brushed and rolled the Cabot Clear on previously and plan on brushing and rolling again.

Thanks,[/quote]
Best to prep by using the Restore A Deck stripper and light pressure washing to remove all of the old Cabot. You would then need to apply the RAD Brightener to Neutralize. As for stain, look at the TWP 1500 Series for this vertical cedar wood in NV.

[quote name=”mark77777″]I am planning to build a deck of home-sawn norway pine dimension lumber and deck boards.

I would like to apply preservative to the joists and railing posts before installing. Would clear TWP100 work well. Could the joist be dipped into TWP and finished with a paint roller?

For the deck boards, is one or two coats of TWP100 with stain (Cedartone) recommended? Could they be dipped also? What life expectancy before recoating can be anticipated? The location will receive partial (75%) sun.

THanks[/quote]
Please read this about new decking:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/

You should not prestain or soak the boards in TWP before installing. Also you do not need to apply to the joists and posts. TWP is more for exposed wood.

[quote name=”Casey Hyde”]On the comparisons page next to the 1500 Series it says ‘Best!’, but I’ve noticed that you almost exclusively recommend the 100 Series in the comments below. So when should the 1500 Series be used? I have a brand new pressure-treated wood deck in SE Texas (very hot and humid summers).[/quote]
Every deck and some states are different based on VOC laws so it does change. If you has older dried out wood then the 1500 would be better. Bust since your wood is new (less absorbent) then the 100 Series would work better as it does penetrate newer wood a little better. Please make sure you read our article on new wood:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/need-some-help-with-twp-stains/

[quote name=”dave tinsman”]how about overlap marks with brushing – a constant problem for me[/quote]
Using a stain pad is much better and quicker. Overlap should not happen if moving quickly and keeping a wet edge at all times.

[quote name=”Jack OConnor”]Live in Atlanta. Have a new, around 3 months, cedar deck. Full sun all day. Want your recommendation for the best stain that will highlight the natural beauty of the wood and provide great UV protection, mildew protection, etc.
Thanks[/quote]
You would want the 100 Series but please read this about new wood prep and waiting period:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/

[quote name=”Rick S”]I had very bad experience with Penofin on my Champagne Ipe deck. Within months, the UV (Colorado) had worn away the seal. I know have to sand and re-stain. For the most transparent, which TWP stain should I use and are there special considerations for hardwood application?
Thanks[/quote]
TWP is not suggested for exotic hardwoods such as IPE. Some consumers still use it though for IPE with decent results. The IPE wood will require reapplication of the stain every year. When used on IPE, the 116 Rustic color is very popular. Only one coat and do not sand for prep but strip and brighten.

[quote name=”Paul Z.”]25 year old deck (pressure treated pine) …… protected for the last 20 years with TWP products ….deck in great shape) live in Georgia…what product for durability would be best ….. 1500 or 200 or 100 (in cedertone). I would like to get about 3 years between sealing? Thanks[/quote]
Look at the 100 Series for this deck in Georgia that is 20 years old. Make sure to prep well first.

[quote name=”Alabama”]I am building a 1000 square foot covered porch in central Alabama using 2″ x 6″ pressure treated KDAT SYP. Is TWP 100 the best stain for this application? Also, do I need to any prep before applying the stain since the boards have already been kiln dried after treatment? Thanks.[/quote]
Yes you need to let the wood season for a month and prep first with the Gemini Restore Kit for prep before applying the TWP. 100 Series would be best.

[quote name=”Lance Derksen”]Curious, we have a 5-10 year old deck, built out of pressure treated lumber. It is quite grey and weathered, though no rotting. Would applying a stain now help preserve the wood? In are in a colder climate.[/quote]
Yes it would preserve the wood longer. Make sure to prep by removing the gray with the Gemini Restore Kit.