We recently acquired the my grandfathers cabin in CO, the logs have not been treated for years maybe decades. My plan is to thoroughly power wash to clean, how long after washing should i wait to apply 1500, and what can i expect for a dry time after applying?

Does the 1500 series have more oil content than the 200 series?

Should you apply two coats of TWP 1500 after prepping logs?

We live in the White Mtns in AZ and have had Superdeck "Golden Honey" applied to our cabin 3 times in the last 11 years. From what I've been reading, in order to use TWP 1500 it seems like we need to strip the wood first. Is this so and if it is, what do we use to strip the log siding? Restore A Deck Stripper? Also, is TWP a glossy finish? Semi glossy? I would prefer a glossy finish.

Is the deck stripper you recommend safe for landscapes and plants, grass, and flowers.

I bought a log cabin about a year ago and I have really noticed that it has a lot of black mold and the cabin desperately needs to be stripped and redone as it looks very dry. Do I pressure wash or use a cleaner and stripper first? How do I deal with the chinking that is there now? The previous owner has used the 1500 series Cedartone. Thank you for your help.

its been 5 years sense I stained logs with clear flood stain. Logs look good but need to be restained. fading and dry somewhat. what kind of twp stain would be the best to use.

I used Weatherseal about 3-4 years ago. I would like to use TWP 1500. Would I have to completely strip the old stain before using TWP? I do not understand why this is always the standard answer. I would think if you are using an oil stain on top of another oil based product it would be kosher.

george Penick:

log cabin ready for stain- used FLOOD UV5 about 5 yrs ago, plan to lightly wash it with diluted bleach water/rinse. You say your 1500 is best, I know the solids stain last longest, but like the semi look, so what do you suggest for a middle ground? how long can I expect yours to last in mts of western NC?

The 1500 is a semi-transparent stain. You will need to remove the Flood fully and that will require more than Bleach. Use the Restore a Dec Stripper Kit:

https://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-stripper-brightener-kit-detail

Should last about 4-6 years for the log cabin, possibly longer depending on UV exposure.

log cabin ready for stain- used FLOOD UV5 about 5 yrs ago, plan to lightly wash it with diluted bleach water/rinse. You say your 1500 is best, I know the solids stain last longest, but like the semi look, so what do you suggest for a middle ground? how long can I expect yours to last in mts of western NC?

JC22:

Hello, we recently re-coated our cypress log home with 101 (the is the first re-coat since stripping and applying 101 a few years back). 2 questions:

1. I wanted a darker caramel color on this re-coat and with that on my mind I think I inadvertently put the coat on too thick -- its a bit glossy after drying and feels like there is a film built up on the log. What, if anything, should be done about this?

2. The color did darken slightly, but came out very orange. It looks OK, but in the future we would like to re-coat with 120 to try to knock down the orange and bring out some brown. In light of this thick coat i just put on, how long might i have to wait to put to on the pecan? Several years again or could i get away with it sooner to get it more towards the color we want.

Thanks!

1. Leave it alone at this point. You will have to strip and remove when you redo in the future.
2. You can redo when you want but as I mentioned, the previous coating will need to come off due to over application. Use this:
https://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-stripper-brightener-kit-detail

Hello, we recently re-coated our cypress log home with 101 (the is the first re-coat since stripping and applying 101 a few years back). 2 questions:

1. I wanted a darker caramel color on this re-coat and with that on my mind I think I inadvertently put the coat on too thick -- its a bit glossy after drying and feels like there is a film built up on the log. What, if anything, should be done about this?

2. The color did darken slightly, but came out very orange. It looks OK, but in the future we would like to re-coat with 120 to try to knock down the orange and bring out some brown. In light of this thick coat i just put on, how long might i have to wait to put to on the pecan? Several years again or could i get away with it sooner to get it more towards the color we want.

Thanks!

Charlotte Sweet:

I am getting ready to re-stain my log cabin and while looking to order the same twp stain as use originally 7 years ago I am also looking for if possible a caulk that could be used prior to staining the cabin that would then take on the stain. If not then I will have to look at a matching caulk to use in filling in areas where the logs have shrunk and need to be filled in.
Thanks

You will need a matching caulk as the TWP will not "stain" caulk to blend.

I am getting ready to re-stain my log cabin and while looking to order the same twp stain as use originally 7 years ago I am also looking for if possible a caulk that could be used prior to staining the cabin that would then take on the stain. If not then I will have to look at a matching caulk to use in filling in areas where the logs have shrunk and need to be filled in.
Thanks

Walter DeWolf:

Once upon a time (fifteen years ago), I lived in a log home. Every few years I would treat the exterior with an oil-based, non-hardening stain. It came in a 5-gal bucket to which I would add a quart (I think) of pigment. After applying the stain, the oils would soak in leaving the pigment on the surface. For a period of time following application, if you accidentally brushed up against the house, some of the pigment would come off on your clothes/body. I don't remember the brand name of the stain. Is yours something like that? I recently installed a post and board fence on my property and was thinking that something like what I used on the log home might be good to use. What do you think? Thank you.

Our stain soaks in and cures fully so there is no rub off.

Once upon a time (fifteen years ago), I lived in a log home. Every few years I would treat the exterior with an oil-based, non-hardening stain. It came in a 5-gal bucket to which I would add a quart (I think) of pigment. After applying the stain, the oils would soak in leaving the pigment on the surface. For a period of time following application, if you accidentally brushed up against the house, some of the pigment would come off on your clothes/body. I don't remember the brand name of the stain. Is yours something like that? I recently installed a post and board fence on my property and was thinking that something like what I used on the log home might be good to use. What do you think? Thank you.

Joyce McClain:

We own a 2-year old oak log home, built by Gastineau Log Homes, New Bloomfield, MO. As per instructions by Gastineau, the exterior logs were stained and sealed (first 2 poorly applied coats in late 2013 - possibly sprayed on) TWP 101 Cedar Tone. Because of the poor coverage, in the fall of 2014, we hired a painting contractor that we have used for decades, who brushed on TWP 101 CedarTone on the exterior -- cabin looked fabulous! The cabin in on our farm property, all grassland on the acreage surrounding the cabin. The porch floors, and exterior logs need an additional coat. I am considering moving to the 1500 series - I am not convinced that TWP 101 is giving us the best coverage. Your suggestion would be appreciated. Is there a sealant that does not include a stain for the north and south walls where the color is still good - south and west walls need the stain and sealant in my opinion. A reply by phone would be GREAT! 636-441-0121

You cannot add a clear sealer over the tinted 101 Cedartone stain. If you want to try the 1500 Series, look at the 1530 natural as it is the closest in color to the 101. Make sure that you clean and prep first.

We own a 2-year old oak log home, built by Gastineau Log Homes, New Bloomfield, MO. As per instructions by Gastineau, the exterior logs were stained and sealed (first 2 poorly applied coats in late 2013 - possibly sprayed on) TWP 101 Cedar Tone. Because of the poor coverage, in the fall of 2014, we hired a painting contractor that we have used for decades, who brushed on TWP 101 CedarTone on the exterior -- cabin looked fabulous! The cabin in on our farm property, all grassland on the acreage surrounding the cabin. The porch floors, and exterior logs need an additional coat. I am considering moving to the 1500 series - I am not convinced that TWP 101 is giving us the best coverage. Your suggestion would be appreciated. Is there a sealant that does not include a stain for the north and south walls where the color is still good - south and west walls need the stain and sealant in my opinion. A reply by phone would be GREAT! 636-441-0121

PollyVan:

Which chinking products are recommended for use with oil based stains like TWP? Is Perma Chink ok to use?

It would be best to ask the company that makes the chinking to be sure it works with oil based stains.

Which chinking products are recommended for use with oil based stains like TWP? Is Perma Chink ok to use?