Wood Stain Samples

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?

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.