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The TWP 2018 Spring/Summer Restoration Contest is closed!
Thanks to all the entered this year. There are some fabulous entries this year. After looking over all the entries we have decided on our winners for the year!
First Place
Nick Wolf (Page 3)
First Place = $500 + Weber Grill ($500 Value) + 5 Gallon Pail of TWP Stain
Second Place
Richard Lucci (Page 4)
Second Place = $250 + Yeti Roadie 20 Cooler ($250 Value) + 3 Gallons of TWP Stain
Third Place
Randy Johnson (Page 4)
Third Place = $100 + Eno Hammock ($100 Value) + 2 Gallons of TWP Stain
Sorry to all that did not win the prizes. We were extremely impressed with all the feedback and entries this year!
Do you think you will have completed the best TWP Wood Deck Restoration for Spring/Summer 2018?
Take some pride in your hard work and enter the TWP Stain Deck Restoration Contest for 2018!
TWP 2018 Contest Details
- All TWP and Prep products must be purchased first from this online retail site (TWPStain.com) between January 1st - July 4th, 2018.
- Deadline for entry is July 14th, 2018.
- The winner will be decided on July 21st by our team.
Contestant winners will receive
- First Place = $500 + Weber Grill ($500 Value) + 5 Gallon Pail of TWP Stain of your choice!
- Second Place = $250 + Yeti Roadie 20 Cooler ($250 Value) + 3 Gallons of TWP Stain of your choice!
- Third Place:= $100 + Eno Hammock ($100 Value) + 2 Gallons of TWP Stain of your choice!
*Total winnings will be $2000 in payouts and prizes.
How To Enter Contest
- Enter by July 14th, 2018.
- In the comment section below, post a short description of your deck/wood staining project, the products used to prep, and the TWP Series and Color used. Example of wood projects that can be entered: Decks, Fences, Wood Side Homes, Log Cabins, etc.
- Add 2 before prepping pictures of the wood that was restored (no more/less). You can still enter if you do not have the before pictures. Decks, wood fences, wood homes, etc are allowed.
- 2 after staining pictures must be included (no more/less).
- If having trouble uploading the pictures, please make your picture(s) size smaller (below 1 MB).
Any questions or issues posting, please ask in the comment area.
We look forward to all entries and wish everyone "Happy TWP Staining"!
*Disclaimer: All products must be purchased from TWPStain.com. The contest is not open to products purchased from other online dealers or from physical stores.
Please take a look at the newly enhanced TWP 100 Pro Series Brochures with TWP 100 Series color chart!
Please take a look at the newly enhanced TWP 1500 Series Brochures with color chart!
TWP Exterior Wood and Deck Restoration Photos
We would love for our customers to post some pictures that are finished with the TWP 100, TWP 1500, or TWP 200 Series. Please include a short description and the TWP product(s) used to prep the wood and to stain the wood using our comment feature at the bottom. There is a link to upload photos in the bottom right corner of the comment area.
We look forward to seeing your newly restored TWP stained deck!
Please include:
Location of Project (City/State):
TWP Series Used:
Prepping Method and Products used:
The color of Stain:
The number of Coats Applied:
Wood Type and Age:
Gemini Industries, Inc (an Employee Owned Company) is proud to announce the acquisition of Amteco, Inc. (a Missouri based company).
The acquisition of Amteco provides Gemini with best-in-class technology and a highly competitive product portfolio for both the exterior wood and metal coatings markets in North America.
For years now TWP (an EPA registered preservative) has been the brand of choice when it comes to the professionals. TWP® stands for "Total Wood Preservative" and has been distributed by Gemini Coatings for over 20 years. TWP® Exterior Wood and Deck Stain is registered as an EPA Wood Preservative and is manufactured using only the highest quality of raw materials. Offering Superior Protection from UV discoloration, rotting, and water, TWP® Wood Care, and Deck Stain can be used on virtually any exterior wood surface.
Two GREAT companies coming together and combining resources to service the North America market like no one else can in today’s market.
TWPStain.com ~ Official Distributor of TWP and Gemini products. If you have any TWP Deck and Wood Stain product questions or to place an order, please contact us 866.856.3325.
Who thinks they will have completed the best TWP Wood Deck Restoration for Spring 2017?
Take some pride in your hard work and enter the TWP Stain Deck Restoration Contest for Spring 2017!
Contest Details
- All TWP and Prep products must be purchased first from this online retail site between January 1st - June 25th, 2017.
- Deadline for entry is June 30th, 2017.
- Contestant winner will receive up to a $250 credit to their TWPStain.com online purchase!
- All other contestant entries will receive a 5% credit towards their online purchase, so it pays to enter!
- The winner will be decided on July 1st by our team.
How To Enter Contest
Enter on this link: TWP Stain Contest 2017
We look forward to all entries and wish everyone "Happy Staining"!
*Disclaimer: All products must be purchased from TWPStain.com. The contest is not open to products purchased from other online dealers or from physical stores.
Not all wood stains and sealers, especially oil based formulas, are compliant in Canada. Canada has Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) concentration limits in place to protect the environment and the health of Canadians. However, there are some quality oil based wood stains that are compliant with these strict laws. One such product is TWP 200 Series.
Total Wood Preservative (TWP) 200 is an oil based stain that protects against structural damage and wood rot for above ground exterior wood surfaces. The great news about TWP now being sold into Canada is that it is a low VOC preservative with unique UV shielding pigments that reduces wood fading, discoloring and graying. TWP uses select mildewcides that naturally inhibit the growth of fungal molds and mildews.
The TWP (Total Wood Preservative) brand has been along for many decades. Their line of oil-based deck stains is an EPA registered wood preservative designed to penetrate wood substrates and outperform other oil-based brands. TWP has several oil-based formulas and multiple colors to choose from. Their 1500 series and 100 series stains are semi-transparent while their 200 series brand is a clear transparent finish.
TWP 1500 Series Oil Based Deck Stain
TWP replaced its old 500 series formula with the new 1500 series. It is designed to penetrate better and dry faster. This formula prevents structural damage and wood deterioration, which could lead to expensive repairs and replacements. The 1500 series stain treats fencing, decking, log homes, wood shakes, and wood siding surfaces. The water-resistant blend stops unwanted water invasion that causes wood splitting, warping and cracking along with harmful freeze damage in cold weather areas. Semi-transparent stains come in 9 different TWP colors for the 1500 series line.
The Total Wood Preservative known as TWP is an EPA registered wood preservative that protects exterior wood surfaces from structural damage and wood rot. This semi-transparent line of wood stains come in several different formulas and stain colors.
The most popular line of TWP stain is their 1500 Series. This newly designed formula outperforms the previous TWP 500 Series. The water resistant stain protects wood from warping, cracking and splitting. In addition, it prevents freeze damage in colder regions of the country. TWP Stain will stop wood graying as well as darkening and fading as a result of harsh UV rays. The TWP 1500 Series is an oil based semi-transparent formula that will allow the wood to show through while adding a little bit of tone.