Restore-A-Deck Wood Brightener

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DESCRIPTION
Restore-A-Deck Wood Brightener is a biodegradable, powdered concentrate that is mixed with water to brighten and restore the natural beauty of all species of exterior wood. This product excels at brightening, removing rust stains, and tannin stains caused by fallen leaves. Restore-A-Deck Wood Brightener is a safe, product that will not only brighten but neutralize the surface of the wood, creating an ideal surface that is ready to be stained.

This product is step 2 of the Restore A Deck system.

WHERE TO USE
Restore-A-Deck Wood Brightener is intended for use on all types of weathered, exterior wood surfaces including decks, fences, siding, outdoor furniture, gazebos, and playsets.

Recommended for surface preparation prior to initial application of semi-transparent finishes and stains. The product can be used as a cleaner and brightener for redwood, or as a neutralizer to further brighten wood species, like pine, that have been cleaned with Restore-A-Deck Wood Cleaner or stripped with Restore-A-Deck Stain Stripper. For lasting protection of your exterior wood, after using Restore-A-Deck Wood Brightener, treat the surface with Restore-A-Deck Premium Wood Stain.

Note: Restore-A-Deck Wood Brightener is not formulated to remove intact paint, stain, or clear finishes. This brightener is not a cleaner. It will not remove grayed wood fibers. It is meant to serve as a wood brightener and pH balance after using a deck cleaner or stain stripper.

ADVANTAGES

  • Neutralizes stain strippers
  • Brightens and restores wood surfaces
  • Restores pH balance of wood
  • Powdered formula makes 5 liquid gallons when mixed
  • Extremely cost-effective. When mixed, the cost is less than $6 a gallon.
  • Eco-Safe formulas
  • Improves absorption of wood stains
  • Safe to use on all exterior wood surfaces, not just decks

Coverage: 750-1000 sq.feet per container.

 

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Available Sizes:
2 lb Container
Powder Concentrate:
1 Container Makes 5 Gallons
Purpose:
Wood Brightener/Neutralizer
Coverage Per Gallon:
150-200 sq. ft Per Gallon
Application Tools:
Sprayer, Mop

Reviews

Thursday, 19 October 2017

Great for lightening the wood color during prep.

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    Cyndee Weigel · 07/08/2022
    I dripped stain onto aluminum power coated rails. What should I use to remove?
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      TWP Stains · 07/08/2022
      Try a graffiti remover like Goof Off.
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    Giri Chandran · 06/02/2022
    I've power washed my deck, but I still see spots of mold stain which I believe the mold is deep penetrated in deck wood. Would this brightener remove the mold stain? If it doesn't any recommendation of other products or alternatives, please?
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      TWP Stains · 06/03/2022
      Post some pics.
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        Giri Chandran · 06/03/2022
        See attached pictures
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          TWP Stains · 06/03/2022
          That looks old stain that has not come off. Stripper while pressure washing and then Brightener. 
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    Ron Kline · 05/18/2022
    If I am sanding my deck to get it flat again do I still need the brightner.  My deck has never been stained. I am going to use the TWP 100 rustic stain.  
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      TWP Stains · 05/18/2022
      Yes use it after the sanding and do not sand finer than 60-80 grit.
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    CR · 09/27/2021
    Can Restore A Deck Brightener be used safely on a composite wood deck, such as Trex? Trex says brighteners with oxalic acid can be used.  Is oxalic acid the base for your brightener? or is it something else?
    Thanks
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      TWP Stains · 09/28/2021
      You can use the RAD Brightener on composite decks.
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    Dan · 06/16/2021
    My deck  measures 16’x26’ and 40’ of railing but no spindles as they will be a different colour and 5 steps of 6’ wide.  How much stain will I need? I sanded my whole deck, will I need a brighter?
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      TWP Stains · 06/17/2021
      What is the total sq footage of all wood added up? You should clean and brighten after sanding?
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    Connor Belair · 05/10/2021
    How soon after I use the brighter can I apply the stain? 
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    Steve · 07/30/2020
    Do I need to mask off my siding (painted with Sherwin Williams Exterior Acrylic Latex paint) before applying the BRIGHTER with a pump sprayer?
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      TWP Stains · 07/31/2020
      No, just pre-wet and rinse well any overspray when done.
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    Chris G. · 06/09/2020
    Do you recommend applying the Brightner after sanding and before staining redwood pergola
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    Kenn · 05/23/2020
    Can the Brightener stay on longer than 20 min before being washed off
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    Mike · 05/12/2020
    Can you apply this product to the wood when it is still wet after pressure washing or should you wait until the wood is dry?
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    Pat A · 05/24/2019
    After stripping and brightening the deck, is it ok to wait a week or two before re-staining?
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      TWP Stains · 05/25/2019
      Stain withing 2 weeks of prep. Not longer.
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    TWP Stains · 03/30/2017
    BH:
    I just finished power washing my deck. Not sure how old it is, but the wood looks good. It's been recommended I let the power-washed wood dry for a week or more before moving on to brightener. Would you agree? And after brightener (and rinsing the brightener), how long before I stain with a clear oil stain?

    You do not wait a week after the pressure washing to apply a brightener. Brighteners (and cleaners) are used during the pressure washing process to aid in the outcome and for better overall prep. Apply the brightener now would best.
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    BH · 03/30/2017
    I just finished power washing my deck. Not sure how old it is, but the wood looks good. It's been recommended I let the power-washed wood dry for a week or more before moving on to brightener. Would you agree? And after brightener (and rinsing the brightener), how long before I stain with a clear oil stain?
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    TWP Stains · 03/19/2017
    Gloria:
    I contacted you earlier, but have forgotten steps to follow in restaining or sealing a deck that has has one tome sealer on it for about 6 years. Where can I find your reply or would you reanswer it?

    You will need to prep with the Restore A Deck Stain Stripper kit for this to remove the OneTime stain:

    https://www.twpstain.com/restore-a-deck-stripper-brightener-kit-detail
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    Gloria · 03/19/2017
    I contacted you earlier, but have forgotten steps to follow in restaining or sealing a deck that has has one tome sealer on it for about 6 years. Where can I find your reply or would you reanswer it?
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    TWP Stains · 08/18/2016
    Margaret Leinhauser:
    Three decks, including steps, total
    415 sq ft. How much stain and brightener do we need? Decks 7 months old and never stained. I assume the brightened is the only prep needed.

    thanks

    You need to clean and brighten for the prep. Use the Gemini Restore Kits.

    1 Gemini Kit
    3 Gallons of Stain. Only 1 coat on new wood.

    See this for more info on new wood:

    http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
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    Margaret Leinhauser · 08/18/2016
    Three decks, including steps, total
    415 sq ft. How much stain and brightener do we need? Decks 7 months old and never stained. I assume the brightened is the only prep needed.

    thanks
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    TWP Stains · 07/29/2016
    Jason S.:
    What prep steps should be taken when staining new cedar fencing?

    Please see this about new wood:

    http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
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    Jason S. · 07/28/2016
    What prep steps should be taken when staining new cedar fencing?
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    TWP Stains · 07/11/2016
    John R:
    Thanks for the prompt answer! Two more questions: 1. Should I use the stripper if there's nothing to strip?
    2. When I recoat with TWP 100 (in 2 years), do I need to do the 2 step prep?
    Thank you

    Use the Cleaner, not the stripper. When redoing in 2-3 years, you will need to prep by cleaning and brightening.