TWP 1500 Series Deck Stain - The Best Low VOC Deck Stain

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TWP 1500 Stain is a highly rated, EPA registered wood preservative that can be used for all types of exterior wood, siding and decking. TWP 1500 Stain will perform at its maximum potential when the wood is properly prepped and when the stain is properly applied. Unfortunately not all wood is in the same condition prior to applying the stain.

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Please answer these few questions to achieve the best possible results with your TWP 1500 Wood and Decking Stain.

  1. info buttonAge of wood?
  2. Type of wood?
  3. Condition of the wood?
  4. Has it been stained previously and if so with what brand of stain?
  5. Small description of the area to be treated.

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    TWP Stains · 05/03/2013
    Doug, SW is a fairly difficult stain to strip. Use the RAD Stain Stripper followed by the brightener. If needed sand the rest off. Once the wood is prepped then you are ready for the TWP. Future reapplication typically requires a deck cleaner for the prep as long as you do not let the stain go to full failure.
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    Doug Papallo · 05/03/2013
    I have a large deck (approx 800 sq ft) that's approx 18 yrs old. The decking boards are cedar and railings pressure treated lumber. Last year I stripped the deck using bleach and then power-washed. I then applied the Sherwin Williams acrylic semi-transparent stain. Not even a year later, it's dull and has worn off in many places. I live in CT and would appreciate any tips as to which stain, stripper and methods that would allow me to strip the deck and put a new coat (or two) of TWP that will last me a couple of years. Also, for future re-applications, what should I use and how should I prep? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
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    Mark C · 05/03/2013
    Deck is about 10 years old.

    Not sure of wood type maybe pine or fir

    Wood is in ok condition, some cracking.

    Has been stained, not sure done by previous owner.

    Deck is 22x20, need to stain rails too. Rails are a little over 3 feet.
    I would like to know which product to use and if I need to use cleaner. Also how much stain do I need to order?

    Thanks
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    TWP Stains · 05/03/2013
    Elliot, are you wanting to just stain the horizontals with the TWP? Make sure to remove all graying and old sealer if any remains for the prep then stain with the TWP in the 1500 Series.
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    TWP Stains · 05/03/2013
    Debbie, prep the wood with the Gemini Restore Kit then stain with the TWP 1500 Series.
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    Debbie Rivera · 05/03/2013
    12 years
    do not know type, but looks like they were bought from home depot. 1x4's
    weathered
    never been treated
    deck with railing 12x12 area, stairs down cliff to water. we also need to treat a dock that was put in about 8 mths ago.
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    Elliott Smith · 05/02/2013
    I am thinking that I want to do a medium range dark stain that will last about 3 years if possible, that would help cover imperfections and aging look of the deck. I was also considering painting the banister all around the deck and the lattice underneath white with paint, but I am not sure of that.

    Age of wood? - 3 years

    Type of wood? pressure treated pine

    Condition of the wood? mediocre, faded, scratches, and starting to look poor which is why I am here.

    Has it been stained previously and if so with what brand of stain? It was treated with Thompsons water seal on the 2nd summer, and was not treated last summer.


    Small description of the area to be treated. 10' x 20' raised about 5' off ground. Sunny during parts of the day. Has lattice underneath.
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    TWP Stains · 05/02/2013
    I would use a wood brightener to prep then the TWP 1500.
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    Mike Parshall · 05/01/2013
    3 years
    Cedar
    Very good, recently stripped and sanded with 60 grit
    Stained 3 years ago with Behr -completely removed by sanding
    Do I need to use any whitening agent prior to staining with 1500?
    Location: Pennsylvania -Do I need to use 1500 or can I use 100?
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    TWP Stains · 05/01/2013
    If the wood is free of all coatings and clean then you should be good to stain. I would look at the 1500 Series in one of the richer/darker colors.
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    TWP Stains · 05/01/2013
    Lanny, make sure to use a wood brightener after the stripping. Either series would work for you as long as you are in a state that allows it. if not then the 1500 is the way to go.
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    lanny warren · 04/30/2013
    I completely stripped my deck. Should I treat it with something before applying the stain. Which is better for pine, 100 or 1500 and why?
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    Kenneth Haney · 04/30/2013
    1. 25 year old wood
    2. tung in grove pine
    3. good, weathered gray
    4. not previously stained
    5. 160 sq. ft. screened porch which gets occasional blown in rain

    I plan to sand the floor before staining.
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    TWP Stains · 04/30/2013
    You cannot put TWP on top of another stain unless you strip that first. Once removed you should look at the 1500.
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    TWP Stains · 04/30/2013
    cepatter, prep with the Gemini Restore Kit first before applying a maintenance coat of TWP. This article explains better:

    http://www.twpstainhelp.com/applying-a-maintenance-coat-of-twp/
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    Arthur Patterson · 04/30/2013
    My deck currently has TWP 1501 that is about two years old.
    What surface prep is required prior to recoating with TWP 1501.
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    Chris Ward · 04/30/2013
    1 years old deck
    Pressure Treated
    good
    Bought pre-stain Pressure treated from Menards.
    Deck...
    Which TWP should I use,
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    TWP Stains · 04/30/2013
    TWP cannot be applied on top of the Behr. It will probably have adhesion issues.
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    DZABL · 04/30/2013
    I have a cedar deck that is two years old. Last year I treated it with BEHR natural cedartone which is now peeling everywhere. I am stripping the deck but some of the vertical posts the BEHR actually stuck. Is your 1501 Cedartone a good match for this? I will probably sand and a clean the posts and strip the deck completely.
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    TWP Stains · 04/30/2013
    Clean prep first with the Gemini Restore Kit then stain with the 1500.