Wood Stain Samples

We have a huge cedar deck that is completely around a 30' abouve ground pool in MN. In the past we have used Cabot Redwood Cedar deck stain and we have never been real happy with the ware of it. Do you know what color would be the best match. I know we will have to power wash and get as much off as possible but I am concerned that i will not be able to get all of the stain off the railings. On the deck floor it should not be a problem because there isnt much left after this winter.

Ken, I am sorry but we are not familiar with any of the Super Deck colors to give a comparison. Honeytone is the most golden color.

I would like to try TWP 1500. In the past I have used Super Deck #2016 Golden Oak. If you are familiar with this brand and color could you recommend a similar color.
Thanks,
Ken

k Casey, is the wood on the fence smooth or rough sawn? I would look at the 1500 Series for this and the Chapin 1949 Sprayer would make this project much easier:
http://www.twpstain.com/chapin-1949-sprayer

we are having a cedar board fence installed (Massachusetts). It is 6 ft tall and 240 ft long. How long do I have to wait to stain it? Which of your products would you recommend (transparent). And is there a good homeowners sprayer you can recommend or what type to rent? Thanks

Brian24, TWP does not cover or mask old coatings. You will need to remove the Cabot first.

Will the cedartone cover imperfections left over from wear and tear of former cabits chestnut brown stain?

KIm, yes you can use TWP on cypress wood.

I'd like to use TWP 1500 series on our Cypress fence. Can you let me know if your stain works well with cypress?
Thanks!
Kim

William, the 100 if allowed in your state otherwise use the 1500. Please read this for more info on newer wood:
http://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/

We had a new pressure treated pine deck installed last fall and want to stain it for the first time now. Should we use the TWP 100 or 1500 and should we put on 1 or 2 coats since this is the first stain application? If we put on only 1 coat, when should we put on the next coat? Thanks.

Linda, please read these articles:

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

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

Just had a redwood deck (porch floor) installed. How long before I can brighten/stain it with the 1500? also, it has rained and roof leaked a bit; will this damage anything prior to protecting it? Is Natural or Honeytone best for keeping the wood looking as it does now? Don't want color, but I understand SOME is necessary for UV protection. Most of it will be shaded most of the day... thanks! Ordering samples now...

Maria, if the wood is rough then you can stain right away. You can only use the 1500 for CA and we can ship it to you there from the website. We would need a total sq. footage to give you an idea as to the amount. Are you doing both sides of fence?

What is the best TWP product for a new cedar privacy fence 75 feet long?
Where can we purchase this product in San Diego? (dark oat color will be Ok)
How much TWP will be needed?

Hi,
I need to stain pressure-treated pine new fence (Nashville, Tenessee; very hot and also a lot of moisture/mold) - which series 100 or 500 would you recommend? Thanks

Eddie, yes you should remove the Olympic first. Use the Restore A Deck Stripper and the Wood Brightener.

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?