Wood Stain Samples

We used Olympic maximum semi transparent on half of my fence and want to change color and brand. Do i have to strip the old stuff off before adding new brand and color?

If the old stain is blotchy then it would be best to use the stripper followed by the brightener to ensure an even application. You do not need the cleaner if you use the stripper but you do need the brightener.

If current stain is a bit worn/blotchy, should I use "stain stripper" before applying new stain? And if I use the "stain stripper", do I also need to use the "Cleaner & Brightener"? Or is the "cleaner/brightener" only used when you don't need to strip-off old stain?

Hi,
Are these the same colors for the 200 series? The builder recommended 200 series and I want to make sure I order the samples that I will be able to get in the 200 series.

garyatlanta, What is your total sq. footage for all of the siding?

i need to determine how much TWP 200 to buy for my homes cedar shake siding
the building is 35x38 and the siding is 9.5 feet down the side of the building
im getting a lot of different answers on this
the siding has aged for 4 years so Im thinking 200sf per gallon

Israel, best to wait until Spring to let the wood dry out. Prep correctly with the Gemini Restore Kit and apply 1 coat of the TWP 1500 Series for the first time staining.

Chuck, no TWP will not prevent carpenter bees or ants.

Will the product Cedartone 1501 help repell and protect against Carpenter Bees and Carpenter Ants?

I currently have a new log home under construction. The logs are englemann spruce and are similar in color to standard spruce. I live outside st.louis , mo. we haven't picked a stain yet although were leaning towards he twp. Any suggestions?

Carol, you need to wait until Spring until staining and cleaning first with the Gemini Restore Kit. Best to get samples to actually test as color charts will vary on the wood type and age of wood. Rustic for example will come out more red then brown. This article may help as well:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/twp-1500-colors-explained/

have just installed pres. treated deck on LI, in NY condidering Rustic color to match shake shingles that are browish grey. Can you send sample color Chart so I can peruse. Carol Griebel 9 London Ct. Northport NY 11768 how long do I wait before staining/sealing?

Use the 100 Series for TN but please read this article about new wood:

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

Building new deck in middle TN out of pressure a treated lumber, as well as a screened in deck. What is best product to use.

For MA you would want the TWP 1500 as the Storm Shield is no longer available. Please read this about new wood:

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

Hi, I live in Mass. and I am installing western red cedar shingles and I would like to preserve the natural color of the cedar. I do not want it to turn black from mold. I also do not want it to turn grey. I realize that maintenance is involved over time.
My questions are, what color should I chose and which product,oil based (1500) or the storm shield water borne.
thank you,
tony

retired jeff, please read this article for color tips:

http://www.twpstainhelp.com/twp-1500-colors-explained/

Tucker, The 100 Series would be best for Texas. Please read this about new wood:

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

I was going to get Sikkens, but after reading some reviews, I'd like to try TWP for my new cedar deck. I want to get the 100 series and live in Austin, Texas. Will that work? I was going to try a sample of the Natural and the Cedartone, then I'd order a 5 gal. container. Also, can I treat the deck now, or do you recommend holding off for 5-6 months to make sure it absorbs properly?

Hard to tell precise color on the computer screen -- comparing the TWP 1500 Rustic and Cedartone. It looks like the Rustic has a slight reddish tone to it and the Cedartone is a brownish tone (no red) - is this correct? Our last color was Teak, but from another manufacturer. We prefer the brown tone, but Dark Oak is too brown.