Gemini Restore-A-Deck Kit

Joshua Lee:

Hi, I stained my 8 ft by 35 ft deck in 2015. It still looks fine but I want it to look brand new again! First, how should I prepare the wood? Second, how nany gallons would I need to apply the maitanence coat?

Yes the Gemini Kit for prep and apply one coat. 2 gallons should work.

Sheila L:

When do you know to strip wood that previously stained or will a cleaner and brightener be sufficient?Previous olympic toner applied over 2 years ago, water does not bead over deck and siding.

If you are switching to TWP from a different brand then you will need to use the RAD Stripper and RAD brightener.

When do you know to strip wood that previously stained or will a cleaner and brightener be sufficient?Previous olympic toner applied over 2 years ago, water does not bead over deck and siding.

ErikO:

It looks like I got a little heavy handed with the pressure washer during the cleaning phase and gave the wood a "fuzzy" or fiberglass-like appearance in some spots. Should this be a concern before staining and if so, what would be my next step.
Thank you.

Try and lightly sanding the floors to remove the raised wood fuzzies.

It looks like I got a little heavy handed with the pressure washer during the cleaning phase and gave the wood a "fuzzy" or fiberglass-like appearance in some spots. Should this be a concern before staining and if so, what would be my next step.
Thank you.

Harold TenBrink:

I noticed that your instructions indicate a wet on wet application for a second coat, however I also noted in your instructions that a second coat is not required on a new pine wood deck? I am some what confused as to if I need to perform a "wet on wet" application on a new deck or not. PS how do I determine the moisture content of the wood on the deck? My deck is at present, 4 mos. old.

Only one coat on new wood and please read this as well:

http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/

I noticed that your instructions indicate a wet on wet application for a second coat, however I also noted in your instructions that a second coat is not required on a new pine wood deck? I am some what confused as to if I need to perform a "wet on wet" application on a new deck or not. PS how do I determine the moisture content of the wood on the deck? My deck is at present, 4 mos. old.

pete busicchia:

is it necessary to strip the old stain off before re-staining? I previously used TWP 206. The verticals are in decent shape; its the flat surfaces that need the most work. I have been told that just light pressure washing would be sufficient. (don't really trust where I got the information)

Thanks for your help

If reapplying TWP then you do not need to strip but you should use the Gemini Restore Kit to clean and brighten.

js395:

I live in coastal SE Virginia. I have a new deck that has seasoned for about 6 month now. Looking to stain. What prep do I need to do and what stain should I use.

Thanks

Use the TWP 100 Series for your area and prep with the Gemini Restore Kit. See this article for more info on new wood:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/

is it necessary to strip the old stain off before re-staining? I previously used TWP 206. The verticals are in decent shape; its the flat surfaces that need the most work. I have been told that just light pressure washing would be sufficient. (don't really trust where I got the information)

Thanks for your help

I live in coastal SE Virginia. I have a new deck that has seasoned for about 6 month now. Looking to stain. What prep do I need to do and what stain should I use.

Thanks

Joe OBrien:

My redwood deck will be finished this week. When is the appropriate time to use RAD?

See this about new wood:

http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/

My redwood deck will be finished this week. When is the appropriate time to use RAD?

Lise Boisvert:

Where can I buy this in Ontario Canada?

Sorry but it is not sold in Canada.

Where can I buy this in Ontario Canada?

Barbara Walsh:

is this a stripper and cleaner in one?

No this is a cleaner and brightener kit.

is this a stripper and cleaner in one?

Nancy Ashmore:

have an Indiana deck of pine (think treated) approx 20 yrs old. Looks like was painted with exterior house paint. How should one go about preparing this deck for stain- to remove paint,etc?? Am I correct to then use the 1500 series stain?

Cleaners and or stain strippers will not remove a paint off a deck. You will have to power sand it all off. Once fully removed, it is helpful to use the Gemini Restore Kit for final prep. Use the 1500 Series for IN.

have an Indiana deck of pine (think treated) approx 20 yrs old. Looks like was painted with exterior house paint. How should one go about preparing this deck for stain- to remove paint,etc?? Am I correct to then use the 1500 series stain?

Mike McMahon:

Is there a retail outlet in Omaha Ne., 68144, for restore-a-deck cleaners?

We personally do not have a dealer there.