Update 2019 for TWP 100 Series Review
Here at DeckStainHelp.com we take pride in the fact that we have become the Internet’s go-to site for all things exterior wood and deck restoration related. Hearing from our customers who have used TWP 100 Series wood, their decks have held up to the test of time and weather after this harsh winter. TWP is one of our top go-to stains as deck restoration contractors and we have been using it for 15+ years. As always, we appreciate your input, so feel free to leave a comment below and pictures of your completed projects if you have them.
TWP 100 Stain Review
Important Note: This is our 3rd Review of TWP 100 Series.
See our other reviews of the TWP 100 Series here: TWP 100 Wood Stain Reviews
TWP 100 “Total Wood Preservative” Deck Stain protects and maintains all exterior wooden surfaces. TWP Wood Stain is a special blend of chemicals in a contractor grade formula that safeguards and protects exterior wooden surfaces.
TWP® 100 SERIES penetrates deeply into wood without excessive surface film build, highlighting existing grain patterns with amazing clarity and warmth and is specifically designed to provide protection against the four major causes of wood degradation: wood rot, water, sunlight & mildew.
TWP Exterior Wood Preservatives are the only wood and deck stains on the market that are registered as exterior wood preservatives by the EPA.
TWP Deck Stains – 100 Series Review
TWP 100 Series Wood Deck Stain Scores (1-10)
Appearance After Initial Stain Application: 9
– We prepped the deck first with the Gemini Restore Kit and applied the TWP 120 Pecan color after a few days of drying. This deck was originally done with the TWP 101 Cedartone. The customer wanted to use the Pecan this time as it has a slight “brown” tone. The overall appearance was excellent.
Preventing UV Graying at 2 Year Mark: 8
– Same as the first time tested, The TWP Pecan 120 retained about 80% of the original color after 2 years of full exposure to the elements.
Wear/Tear and Peeling: 9
– Very minor or no wearing of the TWP. TWP penetrates very well into the wood grain so this is normal and expected.
TWP 120 Pecan
Cost Per Square Foot: 8
– The price paid was $170 for the 5-gallon pail of TWP 101 Stain. We used 6-7 gallons for our 700 sq. foot deck. The total amount for the stain came to $240 or .35 cents per foot.
Preventing Mold/Mildew/Algae: 9
– No mold or mildew. Some green algae along the edge, near the home.
Ease of Application: 9
– We use the suggested TWP application of “wet on wet”. Pump sprayed on the first coat for the floor very lightly and applied the second coat with a pad applicator to ensure an even appearance. Railings were stained with a pad and brush. Overall, we applied the TWP stain in a few hours to the 700 sq. foot deck and a team of two employees.
Color Shifting (darkening) after 2 Years: 9
– The TWP did not darken from mold or UV discoloration.
Difficulty of Reapplication: 8
– Reapplication will be as easy as using their Gemini Restore A Deck Kit. One of the kits will be enough to clean and brighten the deck for reapplication. No stain stripper will be needed to remove as the TWP has faded lightly and evenly over the last few years.
Overall Score TWP 100 Series Stain at 2 Year Period: 8.5
– Once again the TWP is one of our most commonly used stains. We personally have applied the TWP 100 Series to many 100’s of decks and rarely have an issue. Easy to apply and easy to reapply when the time comes. There are a few other stains that are as good, but as of yet, no other product has been better.
Note: We do not use TWP on brand new wood. If applied to wood that is less than 4 months old, it seems to have a difficult time with penetration. We find this with many of the stains we have used on new wood. The manufacturer suggests waiting 4-12 months to let the wood weather. We strongly suggest that you wait and only apply one coat for wood that is 4-12 months old.
Product Information:
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More Info: TWP 100 Series
TWP Stain Facebook Page: TWP Deck and Wood Stains
Cost: $34 per Gallon, $170 per 5 Gallon Pail is the average
Stain Type: Registered Wood Preservative by EPA. Oil-based Semi-Transparent
Available Colors: 100 Clear, 101 Cedartone, 102 Redwood, 115 Honeytone, 116 Rustic, 120 Pecan, 1o5 Cape Cod Gray, 106 Prarie Gray
Application Temperature: 45-95 F
Coats Required: 2 Coats. Applied “Wet on Wet” Only 1 Coat for new smooth wood.
Coverage Per Gallon: 150-250 sq. ft
Application Tools: Sprayer, Pad, Brush, Roller
Dry Time: 2-12 Hours
Cleanup: Mineral Spirits or Paint Thinner
VOC Compliant: 550 Compliant in 36 States
More Info: Product Data
Test Deck Stats:
When Tested: August 2013 – Fall 2015
Deck Wood Type: Pressure Treated Pine
Deck Square Footage: 700
UV Exposure: Deck in full sun
How Many Years Tested: 2 Years
Stain Color Used: TWP Pecan 120
*All products tested and results are from our experience. We offer no guarantee of similar results. Take into consideration that results may differ due to different wood types, exposure to UV radiation, and natural weathering.
I have applied thousands of gallons of this stain. I LOVE it! I have used Olympic (Max and Elite), Flood, Readyseal, Armstrong Clark, and others. this is BY FAR the best stain money can buy, which is generally cheaper than most oil based stains. Weathering is KEY. you can NOT apply this stain to new wood, it molds in a matter of weeks, but all oil stains will do this because they will not penetrate and trapped in spores will not wash out. Great stain, great price.
While we were waiting to stain our white cedar shakes and cypress posts some mildew took root in some areas and we have some water marks. We finally are having it stained 6 mo later and the painters pressure washed every thing with Green Clean. I still see some mildew and they said they hope some sanding will remove it. We also have pine ceilings on the brow and porch which does not have any mildew, thankfully. But does everythg need to be brightened now as well? I do not think they are planning to do that. We are using the TWP 100. Thanks for your help.
Nemo, you should use their Gemini Restore kit. This kit is the prep and contains both the proper cleaner and a wood brightener.
Cedar Adirondack chairs, sanded smooth, in Minnesota. Do I just leave them alone for the 1st season before applying any finish next fall?
Yes, let them weather for at least 4 months and then lightlyclean before staining.
Andrew, when can you apply this to new wood?
No. New wood needs to season 4-12 months and be prepped before applying TWP stains.
I just completed staining my 5-year old cedar using TWP-101. This is by far the best oil-based stain on the market. I made my decision on going with the TWP-100 series based on information on the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) available for most stains online. If it doesn’t contain petroleum distillates and linseed oil, and cleans up with paint thinner, it probably is going to fail and peel within the year. I had used Cabot’s Australian Timber Oil which peeled after 6 months. It took me two months to sand the deck, I then applied the deck stripper and deck brightener. The stain went on smoothly and quickly using a brush. I completed my 650 sf deck including the railing with on 5-gallon pail! The wet-on-wet application is easy and quick and you will not see any drips or lap marks! This stuff is the best out there…you can’t go wrong as long as you have a properly prepared deck! The prep time is the most important; again it took me 2 months to sand and prep!!!!! Don’t rush is and you will be very satisfied! So glad I found this product.
Looks really good!
Thanks! And thank you for this product!!!!
Hi. What color tint did you use on your deck? Looks great.
TWP-101 Cedartone
What is difference between twp 100 and 1500?
VOC compliance for certain parts of the country.
okay, we had a cedar deck built a few weeks ago, one part covered with stoned fireplace, other deck is opened.. we have a cedar siding ceiling.. can we stain it or does it need to weather also?
we live in Missouri, and the weather is changing. I have done lots of research about when is the best time to stain.
we will wait until late summer of 2020. we will use the Gemini restore kit : which has the cleaner and brightener in it. once that is done, we put on the 101 cedar tone TWP, only one application because its a new deck. Do i have this correct?
And then when would you suggest us to stain it again wet on wet?
i have finally have my husband on board to wait… its extremely important to follow these technique..
we need to put up a gutter, so what to do because its a cedar board facing..?
thank you Mrs Gallegos
It needs to weather until next Spring or Summer: https://www.deckstainhelp.com/staining-a-new-deck/
Prep and recoat. All is explained in the above article.
Thanks for all the great information on this website. I’m wondering if you think it would be okay to mix the TWP-100 clear with the TWP-116 rustic about 50/50 and use that to stain a redwood deck? I tried this with a couple samples of each, and it looks great on Redwood. Ideally, we’d like to preserve the natural color of the redwood while also staining it with enough pigment to provide UV protection, mixing the two seems like (and looks like) what we’re after.
You can mix TWP colors.
just finished staining our decks with TWP100. we selected this product based on the glowing reviews, but since we just applied it we cannot speak to the longevity. however, we can speak to the color. we chose pecan #120, but the way it applied looks nothing at all like the samples. it looks uniformly orange, not brown and with barely any hint of woodgrain highlights. i think there was a mix-up and we were given cedar instead of pecan as indicated on the label.
color issues aside, we’re hopeful that the product will protect/preserve as advertised!
another pic… #orange
The color looks correct. Pecan is not a straight brown but a caramel/brown mix. Wood age and type also dictates the final color as well.
I don’t have a deck, but I have 160 feet of 8 ft board on board fencing that is 4 years old. Large portions have weathered. I am receiving bids from contractors to pressure wash and restrain the fence. The original stain was Ready Seals medium brown pecan color. Do you have a different stain brand that you would recommend? We live in The Dallas, Tx area
TWP 100 Series would work much better than the RS.
Planning to use TWP 100 on new cedar deck and sanding with 60 or 80 grit sandpaper before stain. Deck has been installed around 2 months. Can I stain now before Michigan winter or wait until spring? Thanks for an amazing website!
Best to wait until Spring: https://www.deckstainhelp.com/staining-a-new-deck/
I have a new Japanese red cedar fence. The wood was kiln dried, would I still need to wait several months before staining?
1-2 months for KDAT wood and then prep.
HELP! So we paid a lot of $$ last year for brand new cedar horizontal fence. The stain was put on half ass, to say the least. There are darker strokes, lighter, etc. Needless to say, it’s 2nd yr and it looks bad as it has chipped & faded. NOW, our bad too, but we don’t know what they used on the fence! We have lost touch with him. We just tried to put some water based Behr semi-transparent and it got all sticky. So, is it due to the product or is it the previous stain? I have read many reviews of others using Behr that have sticky issues. The color of the fence is a nice light gray. It goes well with our dark gray home. But now, we are having hard time figuring out what to do. Should we go with a more solid color now that the stain underneath is different colors (darker and lighter). But do those hold up as well. It seems solids would deteriorate and look worse even quicker. My pretty horizontal fence is becoming a nightmare. We get a mix of sun and shade during the day as the fence goes around 3 sides of the home. There’s a lot of fence! It’s in Denver, CO, so no mold issues. Any tips appreciated. Thanks
Behr is horrible, do not use it. You would be best with a solid stain to cover this and even it out. https://www.deckstainhelp.com/what-are-the-best-solid-color-deck-stains/
Now you tell me, LOL… Maybe I can donate the 5 lbs of stain to some place (?) But it REALLY is sticky and runny so not sure who’d want it. I am on my way to get some solid color samples. THANKS
So why does consumer reports rate some Behr as the best..like many brands they have multiple versions and I am guessing that some versions are better than others?
See this: https://www.deckstainhelp.com/latest-consumer-magazine-reports-on-decking-stains/
and this about Behr: https://www.deckstainhelp.com/behr-deck-stain-review/
Appreciate that and some of it makes sense, but CR is not a paid service in that the manufacturers have no say so or payments to them so they should be ‘of merit’ -they are not just a consumer vote machine (but yes a consumer has to pay to get full access-Money has to come from somewhere– I guess yours comes from the jobs you do and maybe you just do this service to get your name out there vs ‘paid’?) Anyway, I guess I will stay away from Behr. It would appear that #1 cedar (made by the same folks as DEFY might be a ‘good deal’, and looks like Kiltz is now in this business? Any thoughts on those.
Haven’t tried either but would trust Saversystmes (Defy) to make a good stain over Kilz.
I am using TWP 100 over old Redwood. How long do I wait between 1st and 2nd coats?
The second coat goes on wet on wet. Meaning 20-6 minutes after the first coat.
It is September here in Idaho and we have sanded a 15 yr old redwood deck down to bare wood. Do we need to wait till Spring to stain? And before we stain we will need to strip and clean? Would this be true no matter what brand we used?
Post a picture of the deck the after sanding.
Where can I get this TWP 100 Wood restorative Stain?
Check with their website: twpstain.com
TWP in my opinion is crap. Understanding the application process and paying too much for their deck brightener, the finish looks good for possibly 6 months. At best you get one year out of this product. Even home depot crap is better.
Would not recommend.
There is a lot of people who would disagree with you and we personally have used the TWP to restore over 10,000 decks, and it always lasts a couple of years or longer for a deck. Most likely you did something wrong in the process or the wood was brand new and did not follow the new wood directions of weathering and prep.
What’s the new wood directions of weathering and prep? Mine is new pressure-treated wood from Lowe’s. Is there anything else I need to do before applying deck stain?
See this for tips on new wood: https://www.deckstainhelp.com/staining-a-new-deck/
How do you determine whether to use water or oil based product? Looking at TWP or Restore A Deck. We live in western Tennessee, hot summer, mild winters but some freezing temps and minimal snow. To be used on pressure treated pine deck and rough cedar fence. Both in partial sun. Best application method? Brush, roller, pad, sprayer? Noticed on RAD they recommend longer “weather” period, 1 full year, for oily woods like cedar, does that apply to TWP also? This site has been so helpful, thank you.
RAD does not suggest 1 year of weathering but about 3 months, about the same as TWP. Both are excellent products. Choosing is really up to you. Apply with a stain pad or brush for best results.
What determines whether you would use water or oil based wood stain/sealer? We live in western Tennessee, hot summers, mild winters but will get some freezing temps. Have 250 linear feet of cedar fence and about 350 sq of pressure treated pine deck to stain. All gets partial sun. Leaning towards the TWP after reading your reviews.
Hello, I’m about to stain my deck. It’s about 2 years old. Would I need to use the restore kit on it before I stain? Also is this stain ok for use on a 1 year old cedar fence?
Yes, prep with the Gemini Restore Kit. You can use the prep and stain on a fence as well. Works great!
I purchased 10 gallons of TWP Stain and Sealer on 04/04/2018. My deck was about 25 years old so I hired contractors to come out and flip the boards for a semi new surface where they could. In other areas I had them rough side up as they were too difficult to flip. In other areas I had to purchase new lumber.
Next I had a contractor come out and pressure wash all of the entire deck; old/new/flipped so that it was all clean. I did this in early Oct of 2018.
Today is Aug 25 2019 and as shown in pictures, all of the deck is molding under the product!!??? I followed all the directions to the letter, making sure to age the new wood several months prior to application and ensuring the wood was completely dry before applying. It is a very large deck but I was able to get 2 coats down from the 10 gallons at a cost of $389.90. This cost was just for the stain itself and does not include the labor of approximately $750 for pressure washing and applying the stain.
This is a very large expense for me as I’m single and not a young person. I even pressure washed one board to see if it (the mold) would come off. It did after taking some of the sealant off, but 2 months later the mold was starting again.
I’m not sure what I’m going to do now to remedy this issue.
That is not a TWP issue but an issue with your environment. No deck stain can stop mildew from accumulating on top of the coating but TWP can and will prevent mildew from growing in the stain. In other words, doesn’t matter what stain you used, you would still have mildew on top based on your environment. BWT, you are only supposed to apply 1 coat of stain to new wood.
Can this stain be used on KDAT? Kiln Dried after treatment – We are getting our new screened porch built with KDAT Trusses and posts – the ceiling will be 2X6 tongue and groove pine – And what is the color choice selection? I have found two colors that I like in the Ben Moore Arbour coat Rustic taupe & Mesa verde Tan- but this site doesn’t seem fond of that product- Also can you purchase small color samples of this product?
You can use this on KDAT after 1-2 months of weathering and then prep. Check with TWP for samples.
Hello, I have a newly built deck – 1/2 in 2018 and 1/2 in November 2018, that I am looking to stain for the first time. As you can see in the picture, 1/2 of the deck is covered and weather at a different rate than the uncovered portion. The deck is 18’ x 30’.
What process and product would you recommend?
Prep with the TWP’s Gemini Restore kit first. Just one coat of the TWP when staining the first time.
I finished cleaning, brightening and staining a 20 ur old cedar deck. On the deck floor itself, I used 3 coats of TWP 101 cedartone.
Some of the boards were more weathered than others and I’ve had a few of the floor boards replaced a few deck floor boards a few years ago. Attached pic may help.
Question is this. The deck is fully dried and some of the wood looks a little shiny ( which I like) and some of the wood is dull and looks like it could absorb more stain.
Perhaps a shiny finish is too much stain? Can you please comment on whether additional stain is recommended or to be avoided?
You applied too much. TWP is 2 coats at most and needs to be applied wet on wet. Shiny means it did not soak in fully and can prematurely fail because of this.
We have a 10 year old deck and have used semi transparent stains in past but now has splintered and has 1/4 in cracks in handrails and lighter cracks in deck itself. I’d like to put a solid stain on it. What would be the best course of action.
Pressure wash first. Spot sand after to smooth any splinters. Use one of these solid stains: https://www.deckstainhelp.com/what-are-the-best-solid-color-deck-stains/
Hi, I just completed cleaning, brightening and then used
TWP 100 series cedarttone on my 400 sq ft cedar deck. The deck is 20 yrs old. Deck looks great but many areas of the railings and deck are sticky after 15 hrs of drying in 65-80 degree weather. If the deck is still “sticky” after another full day of sun and warmth, how to I address this?
Btw, I was careful to soak up any extra stain so I didn’t leave stain on the surface.
Thanks,
Ken
It will dry, just give it more time.
Wood TWP 100 work on new wood that has been kiln dried after treatment?
Not right away. Wait a 2-3 months and then prep first.
What would the prep consist of?
Clean and brighten the wood. Use their Gemini Restore Kit.
So do I wait 2-3 months first or do I prep first?
Wait then prep.
I have a four year old cedar deck, I recently sanded it down on all surfaces, vertical and horizontal to remove the Sickens. I had to use a 40 grit sandpaper because the Sickens was like rock. My question is, do I need to wait 4 or more months before applying TWP 100? I live in the midwest and want to seal the deck before winter.
No, you can stain now after prepping with a deck cleaner and then a wood brightener.
I am in Saint Augustine, Florida. I have 2 gabled porches and a pergola that were constructed out of new EASTERN RED CEDAR 8 months ago (Dec 2018) all have been weathering ever since. I am now ready to finish them and in spite of all “advice” my research always brings me back to TWP.
Question #1: What preparation procedure/product should I use? (wood is clean, clear with minimal silvering/greying)
Question #2: What TWP product line would your recommend? (1500, 100, 200 etc)
Question #3: What TWP STAIN COLOR would you recommend on the cedar to “blend” with a genuine black walnut door? Your time, interest and expertise are greatly appreciated.
1. Clean and brighten with the Gemini Restore Kit by TWP.
2. 100 Series. Only one coat the first time.
3. Maybe Dark Oak.
Thank you very much for the prompt reply. Two last questions
1. When you stated “one coat first time”…please explain.
2. We have terrific CARPENTER BEES in the area, can I mix a product like BEE GONE into TWP or do you have another recommendation to control these destructive pests?
1. TWP sates only one coat for new wood under 12 months.
2. Not sure.
I’ve pressure-washed (stripped) a cedar deck back to wood…..then i sanded…..Can I apply TWP100?
Seattle area
What grit sandpaper did you use?
I did same. 80grit.
Yes.
Hi there,
I have a 600 sf deck that’s probably 25+ years old. Through the years, it’s been treated with a variety of stains. I live in Michigan and the deck is primarily in shade. Three years ago, I used Olympic stain with success but it was already molding last year. I’m hoping to get additional mold protection this time around. From the pics, you can see that’s my biggest issue. I’ve cleaned it with Olympic deck cleaner followed by power washing. Next will be sanding. Once that is done, can I then go to staining? Or do I have to strip it as well (please say no). I was planning to use TWP 100. (The last pic shows the before and after power washing.)
Thanks!
You will need to strip and brighten before using the TWP.
So sad
Can you recommend a stripper and brightner?
Look at the RAD Stripper with these additives: https://www.deckstainhelp.com/restore-a-deck-stain-stripper-booster-thickening-gel-review/
I installed a cedar fence in our backyard, starting the end of April and finishing the end of May. I used 6′ Western Red Cedar Dog Eared pickets, and am not sure how old the wood is. Do you have any advice on when it would be safe to apply TWP-100 on our fence? Would it be safe to apply it with a sprayer such as the Juice Box?
Use a pump sprayer or an airless sprayer. clean and brighten the wood for prep. If smooth wood, wait until September. If rough sawn cut, you can do now.
1st time staining my deck this weekend with TWP 100 Pecan. Your reviews and website helped me to go this route. AT 1st I thought you were sponsored by TWP but now I know that you are giving honest assessment. This product is excellent. It’s really dummy proof. Stain goes down well, has excellent consistency in wet form and as it dries. Really easy to wipe down. I worked in sections brushing between each board, applying with a stain pad to main surface, back brushing, waiting about 5 minutes (as I started working in next area) and then wiping off any excess stain with rags. My deck was thirsty. I know there are quicker ways to work but since I am a beginner I wanted to make sure I did this right the 1st time. I will go back in spring and apply 2nd coat knowing the main work is done. Thank you again for helping people out.
No problem, do you have a finished picture?
I have a 350-sq-ft cedar porch, covered except the edges which get some rain. Half of the planks have a residual Sikkens Mahogany stain (pressure washed and sanded), and half is new wood, installed August 2018 due to rot before we covered the entire porch. I was thinking I would need to use a semi-solid oil stain to hide the color discrepancy (I’d love to use a black stain!). Is there a better way to be able to have a uniform look on a porch with both old and new wood?
You will need to strip off the Sikkens, clean and the new wood, brighten all. TWP makes a Black Walnut color that may work for you.
What is the best deck cleaner for a boat house?
Top Deck Cleaner Ratings
1. Restore-A-Deck
2. Gemini Restore Deck
3. Defy Timberwash Cleaner
Can it be used on Tiger Wood? If so, what’s the best color?
Yes, the color would depend on what you are trying to achieve.
I like the color of the tigerwood when new. What color do you suggest?
You cannot achieve a new unstained color. The stain must be tinted for UV protection. A clear will gray naturally. Also, you asked about cleaners above, not stain. For hardwood stains, look at this article: https://www.deckstainhelp.com/ipe-exotic-hardwood-stain-review/
I have a 2,200 sq foot deck of Tiger Wood. I live in northern Maryland. Can I use this product, if so which one?
You would need the TWP 1500 for MD.
I have a twenty year old covered screened porch which is all cedar. I’ve used Cabot clear wood finish natural 3000 series oil every three to four years. My deck floor is 250 square feet . Never sees water and about 25 percent sees spring and fall direct sun. That area peeled badly with the rest in good shape, though somewhat dark at the other shaded window areas. I opted to sand the entire floor. The old finish came off great and fast. My dilemma here in Illinois is that the available Cabot products are not what they were. My cedar walls and ceiling look good, with no need for attention. What product would you recommend that would be similar to the old finish. I’m used 60 to 80 grit. What is the next step before restraining? How does TWP and Armstrong Clark compare to Canoga from your experience? Thanks for your great site.
Try TWP 1500 Series fo IL. TWP is much better than Cabot.
I have a cedar deck that is seven months old. Never sealed or stained. I’m a general contractor, and asked my painter the proper way to go about finishing. He told me to let it gray first, then stain. I’m looking to keep the cedar appearance, but can add a tint if needed. What is the best stain or sealer for me.
Indiana is on the VOC list. Will you ship here if I order on line; or will it better to ship to a friend in Michgan.
We do not ship products from this website and no, you cannot use the 100 Series in Indiana. You will need to use the 1500 Series.
I applied 2 coats of TWP 100 to my bare western cedar deck last spring. This spring I power washed the deck and rolled on another coat two days ago. Unfortunately, I applied it much too heavily, and now it remains tacky and is not drying. I’m considering trying to wipe the deck down with mineral spirits in hopes of removing the excess stain. Will this work, or should I just wait, hoping it will eventually dry?
Wipe it down now. Saturate any oily rags in water when done.
Are two applications of cleaner, brighter better than one on a twenty five year old deck? I will finish with drying time then apply honeytone deck stain.
Does not matter as long as it preps well with the first application. Only redo if needed.
Hello,
2 years ago we applied TWP 100 to our cedar wall in the front of our house (wet on wet 2 coats). A year later at the advice from this site we reapplied after a light wash. The product has held up much better than the other product but for reasons unexplained still the trim has leaded all over the wood. I guess we can sand the trim and start over. The discoloration mostly washes off with a light/moderate scrub. What would your suggestion be if we can start fresh on the trim to the remainder of wood? If we scrub the stains how would you prep for another coat? Thanks for any help.
That looks like leeching down from the window trim. It should wash off since it is on top of the wood stain. Not sure if you can prevent this from continuing to happen. Maybe painting the trim with a solid color stain might help?
Thanks. Can you provide some instruction on how to pre treat the wood prior to restaining (note this will be the third application in 3 years).
Use the Gemini Restore Kit from TWP.
I am pressure washing my deck which is a year old and has a lot of graying.The deck is constructed of pine.I have used a cleaning product called M made by Mi-T-M corporation sold at True Value & I added about a cup of bleach to the M automatic mix on the pressure washer. I’m a third of the way done on a 12 by 40 ft deck . I just found the TWP 100 and want to apply it but want to make sure my prep will be ok the way I have already done. Will I need to do it over with Gemini Restore Kit.Prior to TWP 100 ? Thank You For any advise.
Hard to say. Best to reply with a picture of your prep to see how it is cleaning up.
I have a large waterfront Ipe deck and railings under the South Texas sun. It was sealed new with DW Ipe oil and required resealing within months. I’m ready to switch to TWP 100, do I need to sand my faded finish or should I just use the Gemini kit or both?
Thanks,
TC
You will need to strip and brighten for prep. Use the RAD Stripper Kits.
Going to apply this to new deck which has weathered 1 year. Since it has weathered so long should I go ahead and apply two coats?
Also, can I just clean & reapply in the future, I will it have to be stripped each time? Thank you!
Do the 2 light coats applied wet on wet. Clean and recoat as needed.
Where can YWP be purchased in Peoria. IL.
How does this stain work around a pool? Will it peel from the chemicals or be slippery at all
Not slippery. No deck stain is immune to chlorine bleach. All will get faded from it if it gets on the stain.
Should TWP 100 be applied to all surfaces or can the backside, not visible side, be left unstained for wood to “breath”?
Just exposed wood, not the backsides.
Hello
I sanded my cedar deck last year followed all the steps you recommended me. It still looks great but I notice a few spots are wearing (high traffic area) not really peeling. I used restore a deck cleaner and brighter than twp 100 pecan stain. If I was to put another coat of twp 100 on it would I just use the restore a deck cleaner and brightener thank wait 48hrs to dry than put twp 100 stain on it?
Yes, correct.
Michigan
Treated pine, 4 year old deck
Full sun
no mildew noticed
Used Behr 5-7 year semi transparent sealant that peeled within 2 months of application
Have stripped surface 3 times with power washer and acetone remover
Do I need a prep before using new sealant?
Does the TWP 100 series have UV protection that works like zinc oxide products?
As long as you removed the Behr you should be okay to stain now. TWP does not have zinc oxide but trans oxides.
Hello
Which is longer lasting regarding UV protection? TWP 100 series or fy Extreme Wood due to nano zinc oxide ?
About the same.
I live in Northern Virginia and have a newly installed tongue and groove mahogany covered porch floor that I’m looking to protect. I love the color and wish to maintain as close to possible the original look. While it’s covered, the edges and steps are exposed to the sun and elements. I’m looking for something that will protect and most uniformly maintain the color as long as possible. My questions are these:
1) Would this be the best recommended product (it appears so)
2) Would this be recommended over TWP 1500?
Thanks!
For your area, you must use the TWP 1500 based on VOC laws for your state.
I just stained my 20 year old redwood deck with TWP Redwood 102. I love everything about the stain with the small exception of the color. The color is a little too red for me. Do yu have any recommendations for me when I retain in a few years?
Strip and brighten when time to redo and you can then switch to a lighter color.
Hi We live in San Francisco and have remodeled home with new red cedar siding and deck w redwood.
Should we wait to stain them both ? Considering Sikkens SDR or Benj Moore, but after reading your site, perhaps an oil based stain. SF is foggy many months of year and we would like to get a few years without re-staining if possible. Would you recommend one over other? Darker vs lighter?
Thanks
See this about new wood: https://www.deckstainhelp.com/staining-a-new-deck/
For CA, you will want the TWP 1500 Series.