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TWP 100 Series 550 VOC COMPLIANT Restricted 35 states Standard Formula! | TWP 1500 Series 350 LOW VOC COMPLIANT New and Improved Formula! BEST | TWP 200 Series 250 LOW VOC COMPLIANT Great for Older Dried Shingles! |
Available TWP 100 Stain Colors/Tints
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| Available TWP 200 Stain Colors/Tints
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Types of Surfaces Vertical and Horizontal Wood Siding and Decking Surfaces. All unfinished Exterior Wood. | Types of Surfaces Vertical and Horizontal Wood Siding and Decking Surfaces. All unfinished Exterior Wood. | Types of Surfaces Vertical and Horizontal Wood Shake and Shingles. |
Technical Info
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[quote name=”Jule”]Hi, I have new steps and a small deck area just built from pine. I live in GA and these steps get pummeled by the sun for most of the day. What do I use? Thank you.[/quote]
Use the 100 Series. see this about new wood:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
Hi, I have new steps and a small deck area just built from pine. I live in GA and these steps get pummeled by the sun for most of the day. What do I use? Thank you.
[quote name=”wayne j. johnson”]I used two a couple of years ago, I can’t remember if it was 100 series cedar tone or 1500 cedar tone. Is the color the same in both these products and if they are not, which one is darker.[/quote]
They are not the same and the 1501 is darker.
I used two a couple of years ago, I can’t remember if it was 100 series cedar tone or 1500 cedar tone. Is the color the same in both these products and if they are not, which one is darker.
[quote name=”Jeff Patti”]I stained a portion of my fence with TWP cedartone natural, but after seeing the resulting color, I chose to stain the balance of the fence with TWP Rustic. How should I proceed to restain the cedartone natural with the Rustic?[/quote]
To make sure that it matches, it would be best to remove the cedartone and start over. Use the Restore A Deck Stripper kit for this.
I stained a portion of my fence with TWP cedartone natural, but after seeing the resulting color, I chose to stain the balance of the fence with TWP Rustic. How should I proceed to restain the cedartone natural with the Rustic?
[quote name=”Kristi Harris”]I have a 4 year old deck and have previously used Olympic Maximum stain/sealant. I have had to recoat each year because it has peeled off. What steps do I need to take and do I use the 100 or 1500? Will I need to do one coat or two? I live in Kentucky with cold winters and hot humid summers.[/quote]
You will need to remove the Olympic before using the TWP. Stripping and possibly sanding will bee needed. Brighten the wood after removal. apply two coats of the TWP 100 Series.
I have a 4 year old deck and have previously used Olympic Maximum stain/sealant. I have had to recoat each year because it has peeled off. What steps do I need to take and do I use the 100 or 1500? Will I need to do one coat or two? I live in Kentucky with cold winters and hot humid summers.
[quote name=”donf@teleport.com”]Preparing to clean/stain 30 year old cedar siding shingles. Buildings are on the North Oregon Coast. Should I use 200 or 1500?[/quote]
You could use either for this with excellent results.
Preparing to clean/stain 30 year old cedar siding shingles. Buildings are on the North Oregon Coast. Should I use 200 or 1500?
[quote name=”taxdefer”]I live in Raleigh, North Carolina. I have just completed cleaning, stripping, brightening and staining a 1000 square foot, 25 year old deck (last stained 6 years ago and in deteriorated condition) made of pressure treated pine. The stain used was TWP 100 Clear. The wood looks great with the grain clearly showing. However the color is now a darkish brown. I am adding a set of steps of Cox pressure treated kiln dried pine which is a very blond (new wood) color. I plan to stain the stairs in a month. What stain and color would you advise to most closely match the existing deck color? Thanks for any advise you can provide.[/quote]
I am confused to your question? There is no color in the clear nor is their UV protection. Might be best to get some samples to test for this. We have them on our site.
I live in Raleigh, North Carolina. I have just completed cleaning, stripping, brightening and staining a 1000 square foot, 25 year old deck (last stained 6 years ago and in deteriorated condition) made of pressure treated pine. The stain used was TWP 100 Clear. The wood looks great with the grain clearly showing. However the color is now a darkish brown. I am adding a set of steps of Cox pressure treated kiln dried pine which is a very blond (new wood) color. I plan to stain the stairs in a month. What stain and color would you advise to most closely match the existing deck color? Thanks for any advise you can provide.
Live in Ohio. I am building a deck of kiln dried cherry. I’d like a penetrating oil stain, best possible. Very much prefer clear as most stains obscure rather than enhance grain. What do you recommend?
[quote name=”CB248″]I live in WA. State, I am stripping my deck of the Restore product that failed miserably. Which product do you recommend 100 or 1500.[/quote]
Use the 1500. Make sure that all of the Deck Restore is removed.
I live in WA. State, I am stripping my deck of the Restore product that failed miserably. Which product do you recommend 100 or 1500.
[quote name=”Jeffw1020″]Can you use a Wagner airless sprayer for TWP paint and if you can would you use more or less stain.[/quote]
You can use a sprayer, but you should still apply the TWP at the correct rate per gallon. You may waste some stain when spraying.
Can you use a Wagner airless sprayer for TWP paint and if you can would you use more or less stain.
[quote name=”Michael D Miller”]I have a deck made of raw white fir deck that has aged 6 months. I am thinking the 1500 rustic and would like to use a pump sprayer. Any suggestions. The deck has a roof made of the same with a metal top.[/quote]
If you use a pump sprayer, you will need to back brush to ensure it soaks in and is applied evenly.
I have a deck made of raw white fir deck that has aged 6 months. I am thinking the 1500 rustic and would like to use a pump sprayer. Any suggestions. The deck has a roof made of the same with a metal top.
[quote name=”Marty Schipper”]I have used TWP 101 cedartone two years ago. I have cleaned deck and would like to use TWP 1501 series with lower voc’s. Will this be compatible or will it peel off. Thanks[/quote]
Ddi you use the Gemini Restore Kit for the prep? That would be the best way to prep.
I have used TWP 101 cedartone two years ago. I have cleaned deck and would like to use TWP 1501 series with lower voc’s. Will this be compatible or will it peel off. Thanks
[quote name=”Zak Cook”]Hi,
I live in Southern California and need to refinish the siding on my SMOOTH, clear, cedar sided home. Previously treatments were apparently a traditional linseed oil/turpentine mix. I’d like to use a product that produces the most natural, non-obscuring finish possible. Generally I’m not a huge fan of the semi-transparent look – it’s always somewhat plasticky. What would you recommend? Thanks so much.[/quote]
The lightest tint in the TWP 1500 Series is the Honeytone. Make sure to prep by cleaning and removing the old coatings.
Hi,
I live in Southern California and need to refinish the siding on my SMOOTH, clear, cedar sided home. Previously treatments were apparently a traditional linseed oil/turpentine mix. I’d like to use a product that produces the most natural, non-obscuring finish possible. Generally I’m not a huge fan of the semi-transparent look – it’s always somewhat plasticky. What would you recommend? Thanks so much.
[quote name=”ScottOly”]We live in Washington State. Not sure of which one stain to use 100 or 1500 on a new Pergola. Wood type is clear cedar tight knot. All wood is Kiln dried. Are there any special steps we would need to take before applying TWP stain?[/quote]
Use the 100 Series. See this about your wood type and staining the first time:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/kdat-and-twp-wait-period-for-new-wood/
We live in Washington State. Not sure of which one stain to use 100 or 1500 on a new Pergola. Wood type is clear cedar tight knot. All wood is Kiln dried. Are there any special steps we would need to take before applying TWP stain?
[quote name=”JZ”]I am planning to restain my cedar garage door panels and outdoor arbor and live in the Dallas/Fort Worth area of Texas. I previously used Olympic Maximum Cedar Naturaltone semi transparent stain three year ago. What series stain do you recommend for restain? What series last longer in hot sunny dry weather?[/quote]
use the TWP 1500 for this. Make sure to prep first.
I am planning to restain my cedar garage door panels and outdoor arbor and live in the Dallas/Fort Worth area of Texas. I previously used Olympic Maximum Cedar Naturaltone semi transparent stain three year ago. What series stain do you recommend for restain? What series last longer in hot sunny dry weather?
[quote name=”Jim Rose”]I am finishing a cedar deck. I have already washed it with a cleaner and then oxalic acid and there are still stains on it. I am planning on sanding it to get it back to original (which I did last year) Last year I applied a Sherwin Williams product on it and it failed miserably. I am assuming I will not need any of the prep products but which series should I get for the longest results. I would prefer to NOT have to do this every year. I love the idea of clear to keep the natural color of the cedar but am assuming that is not an option. HELP!![/quote]
Clear will not provide UV protection. The darker the tint, the longer the UV protection. Look at either the 100 or 1500 based on your state laws.
I am finishing a cedar deck. I have already washed it with a cleaner and then oxalic acid and there are still stains on it. I am planning on sanding it to get it back to original (which I did last year) Last year I applied a Sherwin Williams product on it and it failed miserably. I am assuming I will not need any of the prep products but which series should I get for the longest results. I would prefer to NOT have to do this every year. I love the idea of clear to keep the natural color of the cedar but am assuming that is not an option. HELP!!
[quote name=”resinguy”]Thanks, We have an outdoor party on Jun 4. Would it still be tacky by then?[/quote]
Possibly. Hard to say as it depends on your wood and the weather.
Thanks, We have an outdoor party on Jun 4. Would it still be tacky by then?
[quote name=”resinguy”]My deck is well weathered CCA pine, 15 years old. The contractor proposes to use TWP 200, which apparently is his standard for deck refinishing to give a two year warranty. I read here that TWP 200 is intended for shake/shingle roofs. Your thoughts? Thanks.
Guy[/quote]
Yes the TWP 200 is intended for shakes and shingles. It has a high amount of paraffin oil. It can be used on decking with very good results. The negative is that it goes on very dark and can take 2 weeks to reach final color and to even dry fully. For this reason alone, we suggest the TWP 100 or 1500 that has a normal dry and cure of 4-24 hours.
My deck is well weathered CCA pine, 15 years old. The contractor proposes to use TWP 200, which apparently is his standard for deck refinishing to give a two year warranty. I read here that TWP 200 is intended for shake/shingle roofs. Your thoughts? Thanks.
Guy
[quote name=”Molly Diers”]I have a cedar and bamboo paneled fence, I was looking at the twp 1500, will it apply to the bamboo? I want to keep it from mildewing and have the entire fence looking bright and clean[/quote]
The TWP 100 and the TWP 1500 will not work on Bamboo.
I have a cedar and bamboo paneled fence, I was looking at the twp 1500, will it apply to the bamboo? I want to keep it from mildewing and have the entire fence looking bright and clean
[quote name=”john d. acton”]I have new cedar deck (kansas city) 3 weeks old. Want to keep natural color as much as possible (would use Clear but want UV protection) so my questions are: does the wood have to age, plan to use TWP 100 is this the best for my situation.[/quote]
Yes it does have to age and needs to be prepped. See this please for more info:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
I have new cedar deck (kansas city) 3 weeks old. Want to keep natural color as much as possible (would use Clear but want UV protection) so my questions are: does the wood have to age, plan to use TWP 100 is this the best for my situation.
[quote name=”Scott s”]I live in Ga – 8 year old deck good condition. Horizontal is pressure treated pine and verticals cedar. Had Olympic elite stain done 2 years ago. What prep is recommend before next coat? Do I just use the 100 or the 1500 when I stain? When would you use storm guard instead of 100?[/quote]
Storm Shield is discontinued. Use the 100 series. Make sure to prep by removing the Olympic first. Try the Restore A Deck Stain Stripper and pressure washing to remove.
I live in Ga – 8 year old deck good condition. Horizontal is pressure treated pine and verticals cedar. Had Olympic elite stain done 2 years ago. What prep is recommend before next coat? Do I just use the 100 or the 1500 when I stain? When would you use storm guard instead of 100?
Yes you will need the 1500 for RI. If the wood is rough cut, then you can stain right away with no cleaning. Make sure wood is dry. If smooth, wait 4 months and prep first with the Gemini Restore Kit. 15-20 gallons for 2000 sq. feet and two coats of the TWP
Hi, I have just installed a 6 x160 ft cedar fence. I live in Rhode Island. About how long should I wait before staining? Since its a new fence, do I need to clean it? I want to stain both sides, about how much will I need and how many coats? I guess I have to use 1500 because I am in Rhode Island? Thank you!
[quote name=”donald trump”]If using the 1500 series, can only one coat be applied to year old bare wood? Is the 1500 series more opaque that the 100 series?[/quote]
Both the 100 and 1500 are semi-transparent and are not any different in opacity. Since it is older wood, it would be best to apply with 2 coats “wet on wet”.
If using the 1500 series, can only one coat be applied to year old bare wood? Is the 1500 series more opaque that the 100 series?
[quote name=”engelwj”]Hi – I live in northern NJ and in the Fall 2015 I cleaned my old treated SYP deck and applied TWP 1500. The deck looks fairly good for its age and water still beads on the treated surface. What treatment do you recommend for the Spring/Summer? Should I clean and apply another coat? Thanks.[/quote]
I would suggest leaving it alone for now. Apply a coat in the Fall or Spring of next year.
Hi – I live in northern NJ and in the Fall 2015 I cleaned my old treated SYP deck and applied TWP 1500. The deck looks fairly good for its age and water still beads on the treated surface. What treatment do you recommend for the Spring/Summer? Should I clean and apply another coat? Thanks.
[quote name=”Irene”]Hi Have a new brown treated wood 2×6 deck.It sat thru the winter,some boards are consistent some are blotchy. I want to put semi transparent stain on it. Should I use a stripper, brighter, cleaner, or should I sand it before staining?Also which series should I use?Are your samples the same color in all different series? I live in B.C Canada, close to Seattle. ThankYou[/quote]
TWP is not allowed in Canada. To answer your other questions, see this article on new wood:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
Colors vary by series.
Hi Have a new brown treated wood 2×6 deck.It sat thru the winter,some boards are consistent some are blotchy. I want to put semi transparent stain on it. Should I use a stripper, brighter, cleaner, or should I sand it before staining?Also which series should I use?Are your samples the same color in all different series? I live in B.C Canada, close to Seattle. ThankYou
[quote name=”Ron A”]We are wanting to stain the cedar siding on our house. It was stained with TWP 101 Cedartone Natural likely more than 10 about years ago. Which would be best to use at this time?[/quote]
Use either the 100 again or the 1500 series. Make sure to prep with the Gemini Restore Kit first.
We are wanting to stain the cedar siding on our house. It was stained with TWP 101 Cedartone Natural likely more than 10 about years ago. Which would be best to use at this time?
[quote name=”Theresa P.”]Hi – we just had our deck rebuilt. Pressure treated pine. Understand we cannot stain until 4+ mos of aging.
Not sure whether to use 100 or 1500?
We live in North Carolina. Deck is on the back side of the house (South) and gets full afternoon sun.
Thanks![/quote]
Use the 100 Series. Prep first with the Gemini Restore Kit after the 4 months. Only 1 coat the first time applying.