We are here to help you with your TWP exterior deck or wood restoration project for 2020! TWP is an advanced wood preservative/protectant registered by the EPA. Performance and longevity can vary though depending on the wood type, how the wood is prepped, the age of wood, and how the TWP is applied. We want everyone who has decided to use TWP 100, 1500, or 200 Series to have the best possible results. Tags: TWP 100 Help, TWP 1500 Help, TWP Staining Help

 TWP Stain Tips for New wood Decks in 2020 When applying TWP Wood Stains for the first time to new wood there will need to be proper steps taken. New smooth wood or decking is not ready to be pre-stained prior to installation or stained right after installation. It is best to follow the directions of the TWP Wood Stain when it comes to applying a coating to new wood for the first time, not the lumber yard or the paint store’s as they do not understand the proper prep needed. TWP and New Smooth Decking or Exterior Wood It is important to understand that new smooth wood is not absorbent enough for the TWP Stains. New wood contains a higher moisture content and a “mill glaze”. Mill Glaze is a waxy film that results from the fast turning blades that cut the profile on a manufactured log. The high speed of the turning blades produces heat that draws sap and moisture out of the log. As it cools and dries, it creates a film or coating on the logs. This will…

 TWP with Wet on Wet Application Tips TWP Stains are to be applied “Wet on Wet” when the wood is absorbent enough to handle more than 1 coat of the stain. This is typically for wood and decking that is older than 12 months and has been exposed to the elements. Applying the TWP “wet on wet” is similar to applying 1.5 coats of stain. The second coat covers twice as much square footage as the first coat. Applying TWP “wet on wet” is very easy and not complicated once you understand the simple steps. Tags: How to Apply TWP 100, How to Apply TWP 1500, Reapplying TWP Stains, TWP 100 Application, TWP 100 Instructions, TWP 1500 Help, TWP 1500 Instructions, TWP Application, TWP Stain Instructions

 Tips on Applying TWP 100 Pro Series in 2020 TWP 100 Stain Series Wood and Deck Protectant has a coverage rate of 150-300 sq. ft. per gallon, per coat. Best to measure the wood’s square footage to determine how many gallons you’ll need for your project. On wood decks, be sure to include all the railings and steps. Before applying TWP 100 Series Deck Stain be sure the wood surface has been cleaned properly using a wood cleaner. Use a broom or leaf blower to remove any debris that may have fallen onto the wood since cleaning it. Tags: TWP 100, TWP 100 Application, TWP 100 Help, TWP 100 Instructions, TWP 100 Series, TWP 100 Stain, TWP 100 Wood Stain

 Update on Best Application tips for applying the TWP 1500 Series First, measure your wood surface to determine the square footage. TWP 1500 Series Wood and Deck Preservative covers approximately 150-300 sq. ft. per gallon. Buy a little more stain than you need just to be sure you do not run out at the end of the project. Prior to using TWP 1500 Wood and Deck Stain, clean the wood using a brush or pressure washer along with a quality wood cleaner. Preparing the wood properly will ensure your new TWP Wood Stain will perform optimally. Once the wood surface is cleaned it must dry for a minimum of 48 hours before any stain can be applied. Be sure the temperature is at least 50 degrees and that dry weather is forecasted for the next several days. Tags: How to Apply TWP 1500, TWP 1500 Application, TWP 1500 Help, TWP 1500 Instructions, TWP 1500 Series, TWP 1500 Stain, TWP 1500 Wood Stain

 Coming in 2021, TWP Wood Stain in Semi-Solid Colors! Available in 30 Custom Semi-Solid Colors, TWP® Semi-Solid Pro-Series will keep your wood beautiful, fresh, and looking new longer! The ease of application and maintenance will allow you to enjoy your investment for years to come. TWP® Semi-Solid Pro-Series provides a broad spectrum of weather protection, is water repellent, and aids in color retention. TWP® Semi-Solid Pro-Series resists water absorption that causes warping, cracking, splitting, and prevents freeze damage in colder climates. Use TWP® Semi-Solid Pro-Series to Restore and Protect YOUR GREAT OUTDOORS! Tags: Best TWP Stain, TWP Semi-Solid, TWP Semi-Solid Stain, TWP Stains 2021

 Tips on Applying TWP Semi-Solid Pro-Series TWP Semi-Solid Pro-Series has a coverage rate of 150-300 sq. ft. per gallon, per coat. Best to measure the wood’s square footage to determine how many gallons you’ll need for your project. On wood decks, be sure to include all the railings and steps. Before applying TWP Semi-Solid Pro-Series Deck Stain be sure the wood surface has been prepped. Use a broom or leaf blower to remove any debris that may have fallen onto the wood since prep. Tags: Best TWP Stain, How to Apply TWP Stains, TWP Semi-Solid, TWP Semi-Solid Stain

 TWP Semi-Solid Pro-Series Reviews and Ratings If you have used the TWP Semi-Solid Pro-Series, please write a review of your experience in the comment area. We would like to hear all feedback and results after a 2 year period of use. These reviews will help us gain valuable knowledge of actual experiences from Homeowners and Contractors. Tags: Best TWP Stain, TWP Semi-Solid, TWP Semi-Solid Stain, TWP Stains 2021

 Update on Spraying TWP Wood Stains Are you looking for a quicker, easier way to stain your exterior wood TWP Wood and Deck Stain? A low-pressure pump sprayer, HVLP Sprayer, or an Airless Sprayer can be a good choice but you will need to be careful with overspray and an even application. Using these tips below will help to ensure your TWP Stain is applied evenly, with a faster application time, using a pump sprayer See our official article and tips on this link: Applying TWP Wood Stain with a Sprayer Tags: How to Apply TWP 100, How to Apply TWP 1500, Spraying TWP Deck Stain, TWP Applicator Tools

 The Official TWPStainHelp.com guide to Prepping a Wood Deck With wood decks maintenance is vital to the structural integrity of the wood. Cleaning, prepping and staining a deck are the 3 main keys to deck care. With any deck stain, including TWP the prep work is crucial. No matter how superior the deck stain is it will not perform properly or give you the results you expect if the wood is not prepped correctly. The following is a TWP guide to prepping a deck that has never been stained or currently has TWP stain already on the wood. If you have a stain of a different brand, you will need to remove it with a stain stripper. See this for more info Switching to TWP Stains. Cleaning the Deck Prior to staining with, TWP the deck needs to be cleaned thoroughly to allow for proper stain penetration. Use a quality wood cleaner like the oxygenated cleaner Gemini Restore-A-Deck. These types of cleaners are safer on the wood than bleach based cleaners and will effectively remove dirt, mold, mildew and grayed wood fibers.…

 How To TWP Guide to Staining a Deck in 2020 Prolonging the life of a deck is not difficult if you know enough about deck care and regular maintenance. Every year or two most decks need to be cleaned and recoated with deck stain. This will not only enhance the natural beauty of the wood but will create a barrier of protection from Mother Nature. Once a deck has been prepped (See article: The TWP Guide to Prepping a Deck) it is then ready for a coat of TWP stain. This guide will help you along in getting a professional like finish. Stain Application Tools Tags: How to Apply TWP 100, How to Apply TWP 1500, TWP Stain Near Me, TWP Stains 2017