Best TWP Stain for Fence

Like any exterior wood surface, wood fences need to be protected from the elements to prevent wood rot, decay and fading. The best TWP Exterior Wood Stain for wood fences is the new TWP 1500 formula. This new version outperforms the previous TWP 500 series. The 1500 series is designed for improved penetration and faster dry times.

TWP 1500 is a low VOC wood preservative that has a unique blend of pigments that help protect against unsightly wood graying, fading, and darkening. This is why the 1500 series is best for cedar, redwood, mahogany, and pressure treated pine fences. Its special blend of powerful mildewcides also helps inhibit mold and mildew growth, which can jeopardize the integrity of your wood fence.

With many colors to choose from, TWP (Total Wood Protection) will preserve the wood’s natural color, will shed water longer, prevents mold/mildew, cracking, splitting, warping, and is easy to apply. TWP 1500 Series Exterior Wood and Deck Stain is a low 250 VOC formula that is compliant in 50 states. TWP is the only EPA registered wood preservative on the market.

TWP 1500 Series will keep your wood fence looking naturally beautiful and free from water damage, discoloration, and sun fading. The easy to apply and maintain formula will ensure that you enjoy your investment for many years to come.

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    TWP Stains · 09/14/2016
    Sheila Wheelen:
    Hi. We live in Seattle, WA and have a cedar fence (330 SF) installed in late April this year. It's now been three days since it last rained and it's predicted to stay sunny/dry for three more days... which is rare for Washington state. We're considering TWP 1500 semi-transparent stain. Want to retain natural cedar color, and we prefer a brown tint --- not orange. Here are my questions:

    1) What color TWP 1500 do you recommend?

    2) There's dirt on bottom and top rails left from installation. If we pressure wash today, can we start staining tomorrow?

    3) Can we just use water to clean the fence since it's relatively new?

    4) Since TWP 1500 is an oil-based stain, will we have to strip it before reapplying every few years? We want to avoid that since we have such a large fence and we intend to stain both sides.

    Thanks for your help!

    Sheila

    1. Pecan or Dark Oak
    2. Typically need 48 hours after prep to dry.
    3. If it has oxidized/grayed then you should use a Deck Cleaner and Wood Brightener.
    4. TWP 1500 can be cleaned and reapplied as needed. It does not have to be stripped.
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    Sheila Wheelen · 09/14/2016
    Hi. We live in Seattle, WA and have a cedar fence (330 SF) installed in late April this year. It's now been three days since it last rained and it's predicted to stay sunny/dry for three more days... which is rare for Washington state. We're considering TWP 1500 semi-transparent stain. Want to retain natural cedar color, and we prefer a brown tint --- not orange. Here are my questions:

    1) What color TWP 1500 do you recommend?

    2) There's dirt on bottom and top rails left from installation. If we pressure wash today, can we start staining tomorrow?

    3) Can we just use water to clean the fence since it's relatively new?

    4) Since TWP 1500 is an oil-based stain, will we have to strip it before reapplying every few years? We want to avoid that since we have such a large fence and we intend to stain both sides.

    Thanks for your help!

    Sheila
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    TWP Stains · 04/30/2016
    Need some UV protect:
    Hello. Just completed our first house project w/ pro install of a nice cedar split rail, and fencing wide picket cedar. We did not think about the importance of sealant though, and just rushed a heavy application of ThmpsnsClear w/ hand brush over everything a month after install before the rains. It's beading properly and the fence looks awesome. The seal brought out rich tones and imperfections which all look great. However, I'm now reading that product scores low, is not durable, and has no UV protection. My question is: Can I just go over with a TWP clear to gain some UV protect? Should I wait a year then re apply? How should I handle this in order to get some UV protect, to stop the grey factor w/ cedar? We're in N Denver CO, w/ baking hot summers. Please advise on best solution to sealing, having already made a poor product choice and just laid that seal on very heavy prior to some spring rains. My goal was lasting color, and I apparently chose the wrong product. Thanks.

    No. The TWP Clear does not have UV protection and you cannot apply this over the Thompsons without removing it first. Wait a year and use our Restore a Deck Stain stripper and pressure washer to remove. Apply the wood brightener. Stain with the TWP in a tinted color for UV protection.
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    Need some UV protect · 04/29/2016
    Hello. Just completed our first house project w/ pro install of a nice cedar split rail, and fencing wide picket cedar. We did not think about the importance of sealant though, and just rushed a heavy application of ThmpsnsClear w/ hand brush over everything a month after install before the rains. It's beading properly and the fence looks awesome. The seal brought out rich tones and imperfections which all look great. However, I'm now reading that product scores low, is not durable, and has no UV protection. My question is: Can I just go over with a TWP clear to gain some UV protect? Should I wait a year then re apply? How should I handle this in order to get some UV protect, to stop the grey factor w/ cedar? We're in N Denver CO, w/ baking hot summers. Please advise on best solution to sealing, having already made a poor product choice and just laid that seal on very heavy prior to some spring rains. My goal was lasting color, and I apparently chose the wrong product. Thanks.
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    TWP Stains · 01/03/2016
    Carl kling:
    I bought rough cut oak boards to build a new fence. Can I use your product for this project, and can I pre stain the wood before I install it. It is fresh cut from the mill about 2 months ago and it has been stored in my garage.

    If it is rough cut then yes you can stain now without the need for prepping or weathering.
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    Carl kling · 01/03/2016
    I bought rough cut oak boards to build a new fence. Can I use your product for this project, and can I pre stain the wood before I install it. It is fresh cut from the mill about 2 months ago and it has been stored in my garage.
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    TWP Stains · 10/08/2015
    C. Gilliam:
    Hello, I live in Mississippi. We put a new wood fence up in May, so it's had about 5 months to dry out. I'd like to stain it in Oct or Nov. What are the proper temperature ranges the stain should be applied in? Also, should I use TWP 100 for this job?

    Yes on the 100 Series. Just one coat the first time. Prep with the Gemini Restore Kit. Temps are 50-85 degrees.
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    C. Gilliam · 10/08/2015
    Hello, I live in Mississippi. We put a new wood fence up in May, so it's had about 5 months to dry out. I'd like to stain it in Oct or Nov. What are the proper temperature ranges the stain should be applied in? Also, should I use TWP 100 for this job?
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    TWP Stains · 07/01/2015
    Teresa Baker:
    Can I use an airless sprayer to apply the 1500 series to my fence, or should I stick with a garden sprayer?

    You can use either.
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    Teresa Baker · 06/30/2015
    Can I use an airless sprayer to apply the 1500 series to my fence, or should I stick with a garden sprayer?
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    TWP Stains · 06/07/2015
    Tom Murphy:
    I just finished TWP 1500 #1520 Pecan on a cedar fence. I got a sample from the paint store and the sample looked great but when I stained the fence the fence now looks orange.. The sample they gave me was more brown tone. Is the anything I can do to get rid of the orange look. Thanks

    You could remove and start over. You could apply a darker color 6-12 months later.
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    Tom Murphy · 06/06/2015
    I just finished TWP 1500 #1520 Pecan on a cedar fence. I got a sample from the paint store and the sample looked great but when I stained the fence the fence now looks orange.. The sample they gave me was more brown tone. Is the anything I can do to get rid of the orange look. Thanks
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    TWP Stains · 05/10/2015
    Rick Cody:
    bought some TWP1500 last summer for a cedar deck. Prepped deck according to instructions -- twice. Deck was built in June and stained in late September while the weather was still dry. Stain was not absorbed into the wood as shown in videos.
    Now have to re-stain the deck after about 8 months. NOT HAPPY WITH THIS STAIN. Am I doing something wrong?

    If you prepped correctly and the stain did not absorb then it was over applied. TWP is a penetrating oil but if the stain cannot absorb then it is due one of a few things. Wood was not ready, wood was wet, wood was not prepped correctly, it was over applied. You are also supposed to wait 4-12 months for the wood to dry out and it seems you may not have. Please read this for more info: http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
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    Rick Cody · 05/09/2015
    bought some TWP1500 last summer for a cedar deck. Prepped deck according to instructions -- twice. Deck was built in June and stained in late September while the weather was still dry. Stain was not absorbed into the wood as shown in videos.
    Now have to re-stain the deck after about 8 months. NOT HAPPY WITH THIS STAIN. Am I doing something wrong?
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    TWP Stains · 01/21/2015
    Lester Flanigan"][quote name="TheSealerStore"][quote name="Lester Flanigan:
    I have a multi-level fence with 145 linear feet at 4' tall and 159 linear feet at 6'tall (304 total). How much do I need? Also, I live in Northwest Florida. Can I use the 1500? It does stay humid in the summer but it gets cold in the winter as well (26 degrees today). Will I have issues if I use the oil based stain here?[/quote]
    Please send a total sq. footage. Length x height and are you doing both sides of the fence? If so then you need to double.[/quote]

    The total square footage will be 3,068. How much will I need and what series of stain will I need based on the above comments? Thanks

    Use the 1500 Series. It works very well for verticals in your climate. For your sq. footage you will need 20-30 gallons of stain. Coverage varies on the age of the wood and the application. This is for two coats applied "wet on wet". Make sure to prep the wood correctly as well.
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    Lester Flanigan · 01/21/2015
    TheSealerStore"][quote name="Lester Flanigan:
    I have a multi-level fence with 145 linear feet at 4' tall and 159 linear feet at 6'tall (304 total). How much do I need? Also, I live in Northwest Florida. Can I use the 1500? It does stay humid in the summer but it gets cold in the winter as well (26 degrees today). Will I have issues if I use the oil based stain here?[/quote]
    Please send a total sq. footage. Length x height and are you doing both sides of the fence? If so they you need to double.


    The total square footage will be 3,068. How much will I need and what series of stain will I need based on the above comments? Thanks
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    TWP Stains · 11/22/2014
    Lester Flanigan:
    I have a multi-level fence with 145 linear feet at 4' tall and 159 linear feet at 6'tall (304 total). How much do I need? Also, I live in Northwest Florida. Can I use the 1500? It does stay humid in the summer but it gets cold in the winter as well (26 degrees today). Will I have issues if I use the oil based stain here?

    Please send a total sq. footage. Length x height and are you doing both sides of the fence? If so they you need to double.
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    Lester Flanigan · 11/21/2014
    I have a multi-level fence with 145 linear feet at 4' tall and 159 linear feet at 6'tall (304 total). How much do I need? Also, I live in Northwest Florida. Can I use the 1500? It does stay humid in the summer but it gets cold in the winter as well (26 degrees today). Will I have issues if I use the oil based stain here?
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    TWP Stains · 10/20/2014
    Dan rogers:
    I have 200 linear feet 6' tall of cedar fence to stain so 2400 sq ft. What stain do you recommend and how much do I need. I live in oak lawn Illinois

    For IL you need the 1500. For 2 coats you would need about 20-25 gallons.
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    Dan rogers · 10/19/2014
    I have 200 linear feet 6' tall of cedar fence to stain so 2400 sq ft. What stain do you recommend and how much do I need. I live in oak lawn Illinois