TWP Stain Reviews Ratings Comparison | 100 Series | 200 Series | 1500 Series

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TWP Stain Comparison

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    Lee · 02/24/2021
    What is the difference between the 200 series and 1500 series? I have a new pressure treated deck and will be treating in a few months. I live in southern Missouri and wondered which would be best to use. I got a bid from a gentleman who said the 100 series has a lot of VOCs and did not recommend using it.
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      TWP Stains · 02/24/2021
      The 200 is for shakes and shingles, mostly. For your state, the TWP 100 is the correct choice. See this for info on new wood: https://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
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        Lee · 02/24/2021
        Thank you. Then what is the difference between TWP 100 and TWP 200? What advantage is the 100 over the 200?

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          TWP Stains · 02/25/2021
          The 200 is not for new decks. It will not soak in correctly. The 100 will penetrate and cure better for new wood.
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    Joanne · 02/24/2021
    I live in central Florida and have a 15 year old deck. It was stained about 7 years ago. Which of Your deck cleaners would you recommend and which stain would be best? It is in a sunny location.
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      TWP Stains · 02/24/2021
      Please pot some pictures here for the prep help.
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    kooistra · 02/10/2021
    I am building new horse barn in central NC. All interior walls are lined by either 2"x6" Tongue and groove or 1"x6" tongue and groove untreated new smooth southern yellow pine. 4000 sguare feet total. There is wood stamp marks on both faces of wood which I have only been able to remove by sanding off.
    1. Do you recommend another way to get stamp marks off?
    2. Will the 101 cedar stain penetrate wood differently in sanded areas versus unsanded so that it will result in splotchy look.
    3. Would you recommend the 100 series for this application. The interior of lower stall walls will be subject to some manure staining and water dripping from water buckets.
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      TWP Stains · 02/10/2021
      1. You will have to sand the stamps off.
      2. Yes, sand now and then weather/prep the new wood. https://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/
      3. TWP 100 or 1500 Series will work.
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    Pamela · 11/04/2020
    What type stain should I use for a deck in North Carolina. It will get quite a bit of sun. Thanks
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    Tracy West · 11/03/2020
    We have a new 10 month old deck on a new build in the Panhandle of Florida. Would we want to use the TWP 100 or the 1500?
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    Lianne · 10/22/2020
    I have a new deck skirt. I live in rainy Seattle but my deck faces the scorching west sun. Should I use 100 or 1500 series? What color is most like natural cedar, the cedartone or honey tone? Can I paint right away or do I need to let it age first?
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    Hal Maier · 10/19/2020
    I like what has been written about your product, but am not crazy about your stain colors. Can you do custom tinting?
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    Gordon Bell · 10/14/2020
    how do i purchase sample sizes
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    charles · 10/09/2020
    Thank you for your reply to my earlier question. The structure to be stained is new (five months exposure and dry) rough hewn cedar. How different (colorwise) will the 1515 stain be from the clear? We want the color of the natural wood to show through but also want the UV and related protections. I have used your products extensively, primarily 1530.
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    charles · 10/08/2020
    what is difference between 1500 (clear) and 1515
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      TWP Stains · 10/08/2020
      Clear has no tint and no UV protection. All the other colors are tinted with UV protection.
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    Glenda Melton · 10/08/2020
    We live on the lake so our deck gets a lot of moisture but it also gets full sun. I prefer it to look more stained than paint. I’ve been told the solid is the most Protection. Advise? Also how much would I need to cover 1200 sq.ft.
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    Connie Biega · 10/07/2020
    what wood filler or what do you recommend to repair. Thank you.
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      TWP Stains · 10/07/2020
      A wood filler will not work on exterior wood and will not blend with the TWP when stained.
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        Eric Willson · 10/07/2020
        Home Depot has an Epoxy wood filler. A/b mix. Its sandable. I used several times and it works well. It will stain lighter but will accept the stain. I have used a permanent black or brown sharpie in the past to make it look like a knot in the wood.
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        Connie Biega · 10/07/2020
        What do you recommend to use to fill/repair knotholes? Thanks
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    Connie Biega · 10/07/2020
    Closet distributor to Wheeling, WV. 26003. Does it make a difference if I use another company’s stripper or brightener?
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      Connie Biega · 10/07/2020
      Does it matter if I used another companies stripper and brightened?
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        Eric Willson · 10/07/2020
        Nothing can top the restore a deck A n B stripper/ brighter combo sold by this site. Ive used others. Do not waste your time and money going elsewhere. Heres a deck I used it on.
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      TWP Stains · 10/07/2020
      We only sell online as a TWP Distributor.
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    Issac · 10/05/2020
    Had my pergola painted and they used a sprayer for the top part and the overspray got on my brand new patio made of cement pavers. There was an area not covered with plastic and the painters didn’t realize it. What would be the best way to tackle trying to remove it ??
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      TWP Stains · 10/06/2020
      Try a graffiti remover cleaner and pressure washing.
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    Deb · 09/23/2020
    I live in Iowa and have 2 decks that we built 3 years ago with double pressure treated pine. It is already a reddish color but I don't want to stain, just protect it. Which one would I use?
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      TWP Stains · 09/24/2020
      If you have a current stain on it now, then that will have to come off as you cannot apply TWP over a different brand of stain.
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    Ron · 09/22/2020
    Hi my name is Ron I live in Minnesota and I just stained my deck has 100 series dark oak stain I was wondering if I could use a second coat on a deck
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    Olive Branch · 09/21/2020
    I live north east Louisiana if that makes a difference:)
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    Olive Branch · 09/21/2020
    Hello, I am in the process of building a house. I have 10 8x8 fresh cut cypress columns. I have reads a lot of conflicting information on what to with my cypress columns. I don't like the gray look cypress gets as time passes. I like the look of TWP rustic or dark oak stain. I need some expert opinion on what I need to do with my cypress columns.
    Thank you!!
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    Stacy · 09/19/2020
    I have a 3-year old cedar deck that has never been stained. What do you recommend doing prior to staining? Also, it’s a heavy traffic area (main entry for humans and dogs), would you lean towards a lighter or darker color to withstand the traffic best?
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    Will · 09/16/2020
    How do you make sure a 5 gal container is thoroughly mixed after it has sat awhile and solids have settled?
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      TWP Stains · 09/16/2020
      Use a paint drill mixer attached to your drill to mix. You can get these at a paint store for about $5.