Wood Stain Samples

g oliver:

I have tried sample color pecan 1520 and 120 on some treated pine wood that was left over from the building of my new deck. In my state 120 is allowed and suggested by several individuals. My wife and I like the 1520 stain better because it is slightly darker. It this stain an acceptable stain for new wood or do you also suggest the 120 instead?

You can use the 1500 Series as long as you follow the directions for new wood:
https://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/

I have tried sample color pecan 1520 and 120 on some treated pine wood that was left over from the building of my new deck. In my state 120 is allowed and suggested by several individuals. My wife and I like the 1520 stain better because it is slightly darker. It this stain an acceptable stain for new wood or do you also suggest the 120 instead?

Hayley Sie:

Could I use TWP 100 series wood & stain in Calgary Canada?

Only the TWP 200 Series is allowed in Canada:
https://www.twpstain.com/wood-and-deck-stains/twp-wood-stains/twp-200-serie

Hayley Sie:

What TWP series work best in Calgary Canada?

Only the TWP 200 Series is allowed in Canada:
https://www.twpstain.com/wood-and-deck-stains/twp-wood-stains/twp-200-series

Could I use TWP 100 series wood & stain in Calgary Canada?

g oliver:

I have one board on a new deck, made from treated pine, that is oozing pine sap. Can I still use a semitransparent stain on it when I stain the deck in 3 months? I plan to use Turpentine to clean the board at this time.

Yes you can still stain it.

I have one board on a new deck, made from treated pine, that is oozing pine sap. Can I still use a semitransparent stain on it when I stain the deck in 3 months? I plan to use Turpentine to clean the board at this time.

stan23:

What is the best color for new Cedar if I want it to look like it is wet?

Honeytone colors.

What is the best color for new Cedar if I want it to look like it is wet?

Wayne Griffith:

using everwoodwpc
new deck
any suggestions?

See this about new wood:

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

using everwoodwpc
new deck
any suggestions?

I stripped my large side deck and it was suggested I use oak trying to get close to my older decks (in the front and downstairs) med golden brown tone. (Flood cwf uv5 natural many times)
The oak is muddy reddish brown! One coat. If I put a coat of natural over the oak in the summer will this help neutralize this awful color?
I really do not want to strip the deck again.
There was no other color that seemed to work.
Any suggestions

Doug Ostrander:

I understand that since I live in New York State I can only order this series. The 100 Series is not allowed to be shipped to this State. Is that correct?

Only the 1500 is allowed in NY.

I understand that since I live in New York State I can only order this series. The 100 Series is not allowed to be shipped to this State. Is that correct?

Jon Aldrich:

Hello, I have two questions related to the 1500:

I want to stain some barndoors made out of rough sawn popular to appear more like rough sawn cedar. Which color of 1500 do you think would get the closest match?

For a separate application I have rough sawn cedar pillars and I dont want to alter the color. Do you have a clear version of the 1500? If not, what 1500 color will change the color of the cedar the least?

Thank you!

Jon Aldrich

All wood varies when stained to there is no way to have a suggestion as to what color will match.

No color = no UV protection. The 1500 comes in a clear with no color, but it will gray naturally in months. If you want UV protection from graying for longer, you must have a tinted color.

Hello, I have two questions related to the 1500:

I want to stain some barndoors made out of rough sawn popular to appear more like rough sawn cedar. Which color of 1500 do you think would get the closest match?

For a separate application I have rough sawn cedar pillars and I dont want to alter the color. Do you have a clear version of the 1500? If not, what 1500 color will change the color of the cedar the least?

Thank you!

Jon Aldrich

John Hilmer:

Do you recommend TWP for boat docks, considering it it toxic?

It can be used for boat docks, but you should avoid dripping in water while applying being it is an oil based stain. Once dry there are no issues.

Do you recommend TWP for boat docks, considering it it toxic?

Mish Loud:

I have a cedar shed that I would like to stain. I just had it power washed and I may do some more cleaning as well. It has been stained once and it is about 15 years old and still is in great shape and looks good. I would like to try Natural or honey but am wondering which series would be better for a cedar shed. Thank you

Either the 100 or the 1500 will work, but make sure to remove all previous stain coatings first.

I have a cedar shed that I would like to stain. I just had it power washed and I may do some more cleaning as well. It has been stained once and it is about 15 years old and still is in great shape and looks good. I would like to try Natural or honey but am wondering which series would be better for a cedar shed. Thank you