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    Cheri · 07/31/2020
    I can’t find it in this area. Can it be shipped within a few days?
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      Cheri · 04/20/2021
      We stained following TWP recommendations last august. It actually looked good most of the winter but now is graying and fading on the boards and the railings. We applied one coat as recommended at the time.
      What do you recommend to get it looking vibrant again? There was a lot of prep time to get it ready. I hate to have it looking bad so soon and can’t stand the thought nor expense of staring over.
      Thank you!
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      TWP Stains · 07/31/2020
      About 3-7 days.
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        TWP Stains · 04/21/2021
        New wood last year? It is normal to have to reapply another coat the second year for new wood. Just lightly clean and reapply one coat to the horizontals.
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    Cheri · 07/31/2020
    We are currently in the process of sanding because the wood was worn and I wanted to make sure I got rid of all the black penofin stain. I plan to use the Safe strip stripper on areas that are hard to sand and then brighten with the TWP restore a deck brightener. Does this process sound like it will work for TWP stain?
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    Cheri · 07/29/2020
    We are sanding a 7 year old cedar deck in Northwest Washington. It had Penofin red label stain and turned dark, dark gray.

    Do you recommend a product to strip hard to get to areas? If so, which one?

    Do you recommend a cleaner and brightener after sanding?

    What TWP stain do you recommend?

    -Cheri
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    Bob C · 07/28/2020
    Which product do you recommend for 6 month old, pressure treated posts and railings on a 3 story apt. house in central Massachusetts?
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    John · 07/28/2020
    We have a new pressure treated (pine) boat dock on a saltwater bay. What product do you recommend?
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    Bob Corridan · 07/25/2020
    What stain for new redwood deck California
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    Drew · 07/16/2020
    Hi I have purchased(3) gallons of TWP 300 series (clear) and need 2 more gallons to finish our deck.I live in Pittsburgh,Pa. and can not find the 300 clear online any more either...any suggestions.??
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      TWP Stains · 07/17/2020
      I am sorry but we do not sell the TWP 300 Series form our website.
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    josh · 07/16/2020
    Just installed brand new deck, kiln dried siberian larch, what stain should i use
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    Roger · 07/14/2020
    Live in Michigan had surface of deck replaced with pressure treated last October approximately 1500 SQFT. Love your stains, what product is best and how many gallons?
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    Dave · 07/13/2020
    I should add the house is 14 years old - if it was ever stained/sealed it was probably only done when constructed and not since.
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    Dave · 07/13/2020
    I just bought a log cabin in the mountains of NC - 4500 ft elevation so harsh environment. The logs are in great shape but the exterior finish is not. It's hard to tell if it was ever stained/sealed - if so, I have no idea what was used. Couple of questions:
    1. Which, if any, TWP product is best for this application?
    2. How should the house be cleaned/prepped?
    3. Can you stain over chinking, then go back and repaint chinking grey? If so, what paint would adhere to the new stain? If not how should I go about this - just stain around the chinking?
    4. What product do you recommend to fill checks in the logs? Before or after staining?
    5. What is the recommended application technique for log houses given the situation discussed above?

    Thanks!
    -Dave
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      TWP Stains · 07/13/2020
      1. TWP 1500 Series.
      2. Would need to see pictures.
      3. You cannot paint over the TWP, the paint may not adhere. Best to stain around the chinking.
      4. Do not fill checks. Just leave as is. Filler will not work or blend with the sain.
      5. Stain pads or brushes.
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    Wes Berg · 07/07/2020
    I live in St. Louis MO. Am getting new teak out-door furniture delivered tomorrow. What product do you recommend- 100 vs 1500? Or?? Is much prep work needed; sanding, sealing, pressure washing?
    Thanks- Wes Berg
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    D Neely · 07/06/2020
    Prep first with what?
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    D Neely · 07/06/2020
    Can I apply TWP 100 directly over TWP 100 that has been applied 2 years ago?
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    Brent F · 07/03/2020
    Hello, looking for best option for 2 year old Sienna Brown pressure treated deck. Never coated with anything else just the brown pressure treatment. A few spots of mold and mildew. Should I do 100 series or 1500? Also I’m in Canada, is there a shipping charge?
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      TWP Stains · 07/04/2020
      For Canada, you would need the TWP 200 Series. The 100 and 150 are not allowed there. Yes, you have to pay the shipping to Canada.
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    Jeannie · 06/29/2020
    I have power washed and sanded my deck, but there are places where the pine sap is oozing out. It gummed up the sander a few times. Can I just stain it? I plan to power wash it again when I get done sanding. I think I want to use a gray stain, what color do you recommend? I live in Missouri.
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      Eric Willson · 06/30/2020
      Let it dry out longer until sap stops
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      TWP Stains · 06/29/2020
      You can stain over the sap but when the sap dries it will be white in color. The gray colors will work.
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        Jeannie Longanecker · 06/30/2020
        I think the deck is at least 3-5 years old, not sure because we just moved here. Should I do 2 coats of Cape cod gray? And do I need to use a cleaner on it if I power washed it? How long does it need to dry after power wash before staining?
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          TWP Stains · 06/30/2020
          Just one coat of the Cape Cod Gray. Use the Gemini Restore Kit for prep. Wait 48 hours to stain
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    Allison · 06/28/2020
    I’m in Massachusetts and this is a PTP deck that has dried for a year. Do we need to put 2 coats on? Trying to figure out the order since we have to ship it. Concerned about only getting enough for one coat then a delay of getting more if we need a second coat. Also should we go with 1500 series
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      TWP Stains · 06/28/2020
      Two coats wet on wet. Use the 1500 Series.
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    Bruce · 06/26/2020
    We have a cedar deck and arbor structure that was built 20 years ago. Last time it was stained was probably 15 years ago. I just replaced several floor boards (new wood) and sanded the entire deck and overhead structure up from 60 grit to 100 grit. How long after sanding should I wait before I apply TWP1500 (we live in California)? Should I follow the instructions at https://www.twpstainhelp.com/prepping-new-wood-for-twp-stains/?
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      TWP Stains · 06/26/2020
      Yes, follow those directions.
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    Kurt Simon · 06/18/2020
    I live in CA. What does using 1500 vice 100 cost me in terms of performance and application?
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      TWP Stains · 06/19/2020
      They last the same and apply the same.
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        Kurt Simon · 06/19/2020
        Why do you always recommend 100 vs 1500 to people in non-VOC states?
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          TWP Stains · 06/19/2020
          No, not always. Mostly because it is less expensive but there are scenarios where the TWP 1500 would be preferred such as cedar siding.
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    WCornellM · 06/18/2020
    Finally stained our deck and steps with TWP 1500 Dark Oak - Looks great and I will post a picture. What is a good complimentary TWP color for the posts and handrails?