Gemini Restore-A-Deck Kit

I applied 2 coats of TWP 100 on my deck. It now has black discoloration on it. I plan to put another coat on it this spring. Do I need one or 2 kits for a 60x20 ft. deck. Thanks.

foofielol:

I used twp rustic four year ago on my wood deck. Some of my boards have areas with no stain left at all while others still have stain on them - all within the same board. I know I am way overdue for another coat. Will your restore product be enough so my new coat will be consistent or do I need to pressure wash everything off down to raw wood?

At this point it would be best to use the the Restore A Deck Stripper followed by the brightener for the prep.

I used twp rustic four year ago on my wood deck. Some of my boards have areas with no stain left at all while others still have stain on them - all within the same board. I know I am way overdue for another coat. Will your restore product be enough so my new coat will be consistent or do I need to pressure wash everything off down to raw wood?

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?