VOC (Volatile organic compounds) regulations are changing rapidly across the USA and Canada. Not all of the stains that we sell are compliant for all areas. As it stands 16 US states and Canada have adopted the more stringent 250 regulation:
TWP 100 Series and TWP Semi-Solid Pro-Series is not VOC Compliant for Canada and these USA states and cannot be shipped or used there:Â California, Colorado, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maine, Michigan, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont*, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Northern VA, Pennsylvania, Parts of Arizona, Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, all of Canada.
TWP 1500 Series is compliant for all 50 States but cannot be shipped or used in Canada.
TWP 200 Series is compliant for all 50 States and Canada.
*Although Vermont is a member of the Ozone Transport Commission (OTC), they have yet to enact those VOC regulations. Vermont currently observes VOC regulations established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Is maine a low voc state?
yes.
Is the semi-solid pro-series, low VOC version, available yet? I live in Massachusetts. The color I need is Cabin Fever.
Thank you, Susan
No, not yet.
Can the TWP 100 Series product be shipped into 80128 zip code (Littleton, Colorado): Thank you.
The 100 Series is not allowed in CO. You will need the 1500 Series.
I am replacing my deck and it is 2 months old. What do I need to do to prep it before applying stain? I livr=e in central Virginia, so I can use 1500 or 100 correct? I have been told to use a oil based stain. What do you reccomend? I want a natural or light color.
See here about new wood: https://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
Use the TWP 100 Series after wait and prep.
i have used twp 1500 on my preasure treated plne patio furniture with good results will it do good on some oak patio furniture i have or should i use something else
It will work but make sure to prep and only one light coat on a hardwood.
Can TWP 100 be purchased in Nevada County, Ca?
No. You need the 1500 for CA.
Can TPW100 be shipped to Daveis county Indiana
No. You need the TWP 1500 Series for IN.
Thank you.
Is the new 100 series and TWP semi-pro series now VOC compliant for California? If not do you have a date when it will be?
No, it is not compliant for CA. Not sure when it will be allowed in CA.
What is the difference between the 100, the 1500 series and the semi-solid pro series? I live in New Jersey and from your website it noted above that I can only use the 1500 product. Am I at a disadvantage using the 1500?
VOCs, you are not allowed to use the 100 Series or Semi-solid colors in NJ. No disadvantage with the 1500 Series. It works and lasts the same as the 100 Series.
When will your semi solid be available in California? You mentioned a low VOC semi solid brand coming out this spring.
We are not sure yet, waiting for approval.
If I ordered the ser 100 today can it be shipped to me here in Michigan
Can you ship twp100 to Wisconsin?
Yes.
can i use the semi solid in 44676 zip of ohio
No, it is not allowed in Ohio.
Can I use the semi solid in Illinois
No, it is not allowed in IL.
Can you ship to British Columbia?
The TWP 200 Series only.
Do you yave the low voc semi solid stains available at this time? I live in Illinois USA
No, not yet. Hoping for some time this year.
I would like to only stain the outdoor stair treads to match the front door. How would I attain a consistent stain for six treads where the top two are cedar and the bottom four stairs care made of yellow pint
Cedar and pine wood cannot stain the exact same color when using a semi-transparent stain. The wood itself will highlight differently based on the wood type.
is the semi transparent cape cod gray product not available in illinois?
Teh 100 Series is not legal for IL. You could use the TWP 200 Series in Slate Gray for IL:
https://www.twpstain.com/wood-and-deck-stains/twp-wood-stains/twp-200-series
Can 100 series be shipped to Michigan now that our laws are changing
Since we are based in MI, we can see the 100 Series until we run out of what we currently have on the ground which was purchased prior to the final implementation date of the VOC change. We expect to run out of inventory bought prior to the changes by June of this year.
Thank you so I own a deck restoration company here and have been using 100 series for years. Is the 1500 similar in longevity and application/appearance/functionality
Lasts the same. The main difference is the colors are slightly richer in the 1500 Series and it takes a little longer to dry.
Do you offer contractor pricing?
Not for shipping.
Can I use the semi-solid stain in Illinois? Below you mention you will be offering a low VOC for some states. We have a 4 year old deck in full sun around a pool and would like to stain it with the best stain possible to last. Below are pictures. We will power wash and clean before applying any stain. I assume we will need two coats?
No, the Semi-solid is not allowed in IL. That may change later in the year but currently, it is not.
What is a true penetrating oil based stain that can be used in PA?
The TWP 1500 Series is a oil-based stain that can be used in PA and all 50 States:
https://www.twpstain.com/twp-1500-series
What part of illinois does not allow TWP Pro-Series Semi-Solid Wood Stain
All of IL is not allowed for the Semi-Solid TWP colors.
Getting ready to clean/brighten and then semi-transparent stain a PTP deck that was installed just over a year ago. Can’t decide if we should use oil or water based? It gets some direct sun but is under a tree, will get dirty, and we live in a place with hot, humid summers and mild, some snow winters. Any suggestions? Also,l concerned about ease of application, we are not professionals but want it to look nice.
We only sell oil based. Try the TWP 1500 series.
1-do you recommend 100 pro for red cedar siding?
2- do you ship to New Jersey?
You have to use the 1500 Series for NJ. Yes, we ship there.
Hi – do you have a date as to when the Semi-Solid Pro Series will be available in low VOC states? (CO)
Based on a previous TWP response to a question below:
TWP Stains · 03/18/2023
Currently, the Semi-Solid colors are not allowed to be used in PA. We will be offering a low VOC version of the Semi-Solid colors this Spring that can be allowed in PA and other low VOC states.
We do not know or have a date yet when it will be ready. Could be late Spring or Summer.
Can I use semi-solid stain in Philadelphia pa or other low VOC States?
Currently, the Semi-Solid colors are not allowed to be used in PA. We will be offering a low VOC version of the Semi-Solid colors this Spring that can be allowed in PA and other low VOC states.
Can I add a carpenter bee repellant to your semi-solid stain paint?
You can add this: https://www.twpstain.com/bug-juice-insecticide
Which series has best/longest UV and weather resistance?
TWP Semi-solids have the best UV. Weather is the same for all.
https://www.twpstain.com/twp-semi-solid-pro-series
Can you ship twp 100 to Missouri.
Yes.
I have a natural wood entry door and I would like to preserve the natural color. What are the Pros and Cons to using a product like TWP versus use of a tongue oil to preserve the natural color?
Do you have a natural stain wood preservative without color pigment?
Are you able to sell your products in California?
It is not possible to have a clear coating and provide UV protection from graying. The stain must be tinted. You can use the TWP 1500 Series in CA.
Where can I buy TWP stain locally in Alabama. Zip code 36861. Thank you!
We sell directly from our website for delivery as a TWP Dealer.
Are you guys still not able to ship TWP 100 series to Massachusetts? Client is looking for a gray stain.
The 100 Series i snot allowed in MA.
Can TWP 100 be shipped to South Carolina?
Yes.
What parts of Arizona can you not ship to?
The TWP 1500 Series can ship to all parts of AZ. The 100 Series is not allowed in the Phoenix area.
Did the VOC thing change for the Semi-Solid colors this year? We are in Illinois and I swear we got a gallon sent here last year.
No, it has never been allowed in IL.
I live in Florida and have a 15 year old Trex wraparound covered porch. It is in good condition with very few stains. It is just faded and I would like to brighten it up. What do you recommend?
You cannot brighen up a Trex deck but you can stain it if you like. Use the TWP Semi-Solid colors.
If I order today for washington state how soon could the product be here?
4-6 business days.
Gents, I live in Calif unfortunately, but my cabin is in Nevada; assuming the 100 series is superior to 1500, is there a chance I can ship to Calif, but use it in NV?? (Shipping to the cabin is not an option) Thanks for your time.
No, we cannot ship the 100 Series to Cali.
Can you ship 100 series to PA?
No. Use the 1500 Series for PA: https://www.twpstain.com/twp-1500-series
I have a new 1 year old cedar picket fence and want to apply a stain to protect it. Which stain would you recommend? I want to bring the cedar color back out, so would a semi-transparent stain work best?
Use the TWP 1500 Series. Any color that you like: https://www.twpstain.com/twp-1500-series
Hi, after reading about the slipperiness of affordable composites, my husband and I decided to go with pressure-treated pine deck for an above-ground pool. The area will also be exposed to full sunlight for most of the day. I’d like to go with a gray color. What is your recommendation, and can the product be applied immediately?
Thanks!
See here about new wood: https://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
What is the difference between series 1500 and 200?
https://www.twpstain.com/twp-stain-comparison
We want to refinish an OLD gray composite deck. Want to do it in a gray color. We are in OH. Which product should we use in grey. I’m confused.
Sorry but we do not have a product that can be used on composite and that is allowed in Ohio.
I rebuilt a back deck a couple of years ago with pressure treated lumber. The deck gets full sun in the summer – from 9 am till 8 pm, which series should I use? Zip code 35645
Use the TWP semi-solid. It will give the best results when in full sun: https://www.twpstain.com/twp-semi-solid-pro-series
In the summer of 2017 I built a fence. Waited a few weeks and stained it with TWP 100. I re-applied TWP 100 in 2018 and 2020.
This fence gets a lot of UV (SW facing, high altitude). Little precipitation but does get wet from irrigation. I was hoping to go two years before reapplying but the wood does seem to be ‘drying out’ and where irrigation water hits it, it’s getting gray. But it doesn’t peel which is great.
I’m looking to re-apply this spring and am wondering what my best choice is.
Should switch to Semi-Solid? If I do, do I need to strip it first? Can I switch back to TWP 100 or then do I have to strip it? Does the semi-solid start to peel? Should I just stick with TWP 100?
Thanks,
-R
If you switch to semi-solid then yes, strip and brighten for prep. Same if you switch back to the 100 Series. The semi-solids do not peel. You will have better UV protection from fading with the semi-solids. Can you adjust your sprinklers to not hit the fence? That would help.
Can the 1500 series stain be made in a weathered gray?
The 1500 Series is not made in a gray color and cannot be.
I live in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle area, and have three connecting cedar decks that we stain with Super Deck red cedar transparent oil stain. We have used that product on the decks for 20 years. We usually stain horizontal surfaces every two years and the railings every 4. Apparently Duck Back, the makers of Super Deck is no longer making an oil based product, so we are looking for something similar without having to remove the old stain. It would be very difficult, with railings all around and large surfaces. Do I understand that your 1500 product is oil based, and can it be used over the existing oil stain? We will be lightly pressure washing the decks and scrubbing the horizontal surfaces, as we usually do, before applying the stain.
When switching brands of stain you have no choice but to remove the current coating. You cannot apply the TWP over your old coating. You can strip it with this kit: https://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-stripper-brightener-kit-detail
We have a marine plywood clad garage that originally was finished with Sikkens Cetol (clear) but exposure and poor initial application has resulted in pretty faded/worn/ugly cladding. The marine ply now has a rough surface but cannot be sanded since there won’t be any thing left if we do! Can we use the 100 series in a color over the old Cetol surface? What prep would be needed? We are in Seattle area. Thanks!
No, you would have the remove the Sikkens. Use the RAD Stripper Kit: https://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-stripper-brightener-kit-detail
With both additives: https://www.twpstain.com/wood-stain-strippers/rad-stripper-additives
I live in Western NY where the wind literally scrapes the snow across our wood deck and removes the semi-transparent stain I’ve been using – thus requiring an annual re-application. The previous semi-transparent stain was Olympic Maximum. Which cleaning kit would be recommended before applying the recommended TWP series? Would I be better off with the 1500 series or the Pro? And do they both destroy mildew? Thanks.
You need the 1500 Sereis for NY. As for prep, we would need to see some pics posted here for help.
Thank you – I have also posted a picture, please let me know if more needed. Thanks!
Use this kit: https://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-stripper-brightener-kit-detail
With both additives: https://www.twpstain.com/wood-stain-strippers/rad-stripper-additives
Thank you for the recommendations!
We live in Northeast Ohio ( zip 44445)…what should we be using on a new wood pool deck that is 7 months old ? and…. any distributors in our area?
Use the TWP 1500 Series: https://www.twpstain.com/twp-1500-series
See here about new wood: https://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
We sell online only as a TWP Dealer.