TWP 100 Series Stain
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.
Applying TWP 100 Series Wood Stain
The wood must be dry for a minimum of 48 hours prior to staining and the air temperature should be above 50 degrees. Check your local forecast to make certain there will be several dry days before and after the day you want to stain.
On the day of staining be sure you have all the equipment on site that you will need. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses at all times. Mix the TWP Wood Stain thoroughly using a paint stick before and several times during use. Using plastic or tarps to cover any landscaping, siding, windows, or concrete that you don’t want any stain on.
Start with the harder to reach areas first. On wood siding, gazebos, or playsets start up high and work your way down. On a deck, start with the spindles and railings first and stain the deck floor last.
Use a brush, stain pad applicator, or pump sprayer to apply TWP 100 Deck Stain. The first coat of stain is a saturation coat. If it soaks in quickly, and the wood seems thirsty, an additional coat may be necessary. If so, apply the second coat within 30 minutes of the first coat, essentially applying them “wet on wet.” The more TWP 100 Series Stain that you can get to soak in, the better protection it will provide.
Be cautious of over-applying TWP 100 Series Wood Stain or performance may be jeopardized. If you notice excessive stain puddles or drips that aren’t being absorbed, use a stain rag or brush to remove them. Stopping in the middle of a piece of wood or board can result in unsightly lap marks. To eliminate the chance of lap marks finish staining each board from end to end once you start.
TWP 100 Series Wood Protectant has outstanding penetration properties and will dive deep into the wood. It is not prone to flaking or peeling like other stains. TWP 100 Series will simply fade after several years and can then be cleaned and recoated as needed.
I stained my deck it dried and now I have shiny spot how do I fix that
See here: https://www.twpstainhelp.com/twp-stain-is-spotty-or-shiny/
I stained a deck part of it is under cover 24 hour after stained the under cover part still has wet spots how do I fix that
how long do you wait after staining before heavy traffic
24-48 hours
I’m planning on purchasing TWP200 stain for my wood shingled siding. My original plan was to brush it on, however, it seems that a pump or airless sprayer is an option to save time. I was under the assumption that solvent based stains could not be sprayed on based on some videos I watched. Can someone give guidance as to the best way to apply and suggest sprayers. Will any sprayer work? Should I consider the WS TWP product instead? Thank for any suggestions and/or anecotal evidence as to the best approach to take.
Any quality pump sprayer would work when applying the TWP stains. Make sure it has a fan tip, not a cone spray pattern.
I applied TWP this morning, it looks so dull. Can I add another coat? What might happen if I do? It sucked it right up.
TWP is not supposed to be shiny. Adding too much can lead to drying issues. Beat to leave as is.
We put our 2 coats of twp 100 dark oak on today. Can a third coat be put on? It looks like it could use it
No, as it may not dry correctly. It looks good!
Ok ….Txs! Maybe in the fall b4 winter?
Next Spring.
When is the best time of day to apply twp 100 on deck. Michigan. Lots of afternoon sun… thanks for your advice
Not in full sun between 11am and 2pm and not above 90 degrees.
I applied stain remover, did pressure washing, applied cleaner/brightner on my deck. I am planning to sand the deck with 80 grit sand paper. 1. Do I have to wash/rinse the deck after sanding? 2. I was assuming since already brightner was used , using 80 grit would open up the grain? 3. If washing/cleaning is not required after sanding, how long do I have to wait before staining with TWP 101?
Yes, clean and brighten after sanding: https://www.twpstain.com/gemini-s-restore-a-deck-cleaner-and-brightener-kit
Sanding closes the grain, it does not open it. Wait 48 hours to stain.
Hi, I followed your suggestion, didnt sand, I did wet on wet application. It is bit shiny, I assume there is some excess stain which didnt soak in. What do you suggest to remove the excess stain other than rags? I did try with rags, it does remove some excess stain, but, I see it is bit shiny in some deck boards but not on others.
Mineral spirits with rags. Saturate any oily rags in water and lay flat to dry outside.
It will also dry and cure on its own.
Hi, I applied mineral spirits and wiped with rags. It did do a decent job in removing excess stain. But I still see some glossy patches as in attached images. Do you think leaving to dry would cure it?
Yes.
TWP 100 – a few questions:
1. We have access to a power washer and Behr all in one wood cleaner. Should both be used and if so in what order?
2. We have a fence which was previously coated with TWP 100 several years back. It has began to fade and is due for re-application. Does all prior TWP 100 need to be removed or can we clean, allow to dry for 48 hours and stain over it? (same color, same product).
Thanks!
1. Do not use the Behr cleaner, use the Gemini Restore Kit with pressure washing: https://www.twpstain.com/gemini-s-restore-a-deck-cleaner-and-brightener-kit
2. Not all needs to be removed, just use the prep kit while pressure washing, dry for 48 hours and then stain.
Appreciate the quick response. Given a tight timeline and the fact that we happen to have behr already in stock:
1. Could we reapply with after pressure washing only (and of course 48 hours to dry)
2. Will the Behr cleaner hurt the existing stain or application of the new stain?
Thanks again!
We are now sanding our deck which has been maintained for several years. Unfortunately the pergola and some Railing were sanded with 100 grid. We are now changing it to 80 for rest railing and 60 grid for the floor. My question is: 1. Do we still need to pressure wash with cleaner and brightener after sanding? Before Sanding we already pressured washed the deck with Behr cleaner. 2. What is the highest PSI allowed to pressure wash after sanding? 3. How long do we need to complete the stain after 48 hours dry time? I learned it is better… Read more »
1. Yes.
2. 1600 psi
3. Try to sain all on the same day.
4. Yes.
5. The cleaner and brightener will help to open up the wood grain.
6. No, use the TWP 1500: https://www.twpstain.com/twp-1500-series
Many thanks for your prompt feedback! 1. I am struggling with the requirement of staining in one day. Is it ok we clean, dry and stain sectionally? Exactly to describe is e.g. Day 1: clean pergola left side Day 2-3: dry Day 4: stain pergola left side Day 5-6: dry Day 7: clean pergola right side Day 8-9: dry Day 10: stain pergola right side The problem is our deck is big and only my husband staining it. We are not able to stain in one day. 2. I read some reviews mentioning to wipe off excess oil with TWP1500.… Read more »
1. No. Clean and prep in sections but wait until all prep is done before staining anything. You can break the staining into sections if needed.
2. Only if you over apply.
3. Just do one coat for the pergola.
1. The total deck is about 1700 sq. How many do we need to buy?
2. Do you have tools like brush, roller to recommend?
3. Can we use your Gemini kit to clean? How many to buy?
4. Do we still need to scrub the deck during cleaning process?
5. How long can we receive the product after ordering?
Thanks
1. About 15-20 gallons
2. Yes: https://www.twpstain.com/wood-and-deck-stains/application-tools/brushes-stain-pads
3. 2 Kits: https://www.twpstain.com/gemini-s-restore-a-deck-cleaner-and-brightener-kit
4. Pressure wash.
5. About 2 weeks.
1. Is 15-20 gallons one coat for 1700 sq?
2. What is your return policy in case some remaining?
3. How long is the lifetime for unopened can?
Thanks!
1. Two coats for the floors, just one for the pergola.
2. https://www.twpstain.com/refund
3. https://www.twpstainhelp.com/shelf-life-of-twp/
1. I am struggling to decide the color. I attached two pictures of our deck after the sanding. Picture 1 is the pergola. Which TWP1500 color is almost closed to it?
Picture 2 is the floor. Several small areas look like red. Will the cleaner/brightener remove this red? Or can cedar 1501 or pican 1520 cover it?
2. Why is no roller sold at your online store?
Thanks
1. Which color of TWP1500 is almost closed to our sanded pergola? See picture 1
2. After sanding, several areas of the deck floor look like red. Does it mean too much sanding? Can cedar1501 or pican1520 cover the red? See picture 2
3. Which color is the darkest one? Cedar1501, pican1520 or California redwood1511?
4. Why don’t you sell roller at your online store? Not recommended?
Thanks!
1. All stain colors will enhance your grain and will not look like your sanded pictures. See the photo albums for help: https://www.twpstain.com/twp-1500-series-stain-colors-and-photo-albums/
2. That is your normal wood color and not an issue.
3. Nothing will match your sanded color.
4. Rollers do not work very well. Use a stain pad or brush.
I am going to place the order right now. Another question: which size brush is matched for the railing? is the 4 inch Wooster brush good for it? Our railing is 1.5 inch width each side of all 4 sides. The length is 35 inch.
Thanks!
The Wooster 4″ or 6″ will work.
When I sign up the newsletter, can I get a coupon? My order amount is more than $900.
Sorry, but we are not offering any promo codes at this time.
Thanks for your help! I just placed the order. The order No is B2C3089674. 1. By the way could you please send me a link about how to stain? Our whole family members will try to stain the deck together in order to finish it in one day. We don’t want to make some mistakes to ruin the stain. 2. How long should we wait to install a Polycarbonate Corrugated Roof to the pergola after staining? 3. In case we are not able to stain in one day, is it still ok to stain the rest deck on the second… Read more »
1. https://www.twpstainhelp.com/twp-stain-wet-on-wet-application/
2. Week.
3. Yes but do not do a second coat the next day.
4. 48 after prep.
Had to strip deck I’m going to sand it if rains after I sand it do I have to clean it again¹and what is a acceptable moisture content.
Yes, clean after sanding. Do not sand finer than 60-80 grit. Let dry for 48 hours. The moisture content of less than 15%.
after using a stripper and brightener and then sanding entire deck using 80 grit and letting dry for 2 days am i ready for stain? the reason i was going to use a different stain and chose to stick with twp natural cedar tone semi transparent
You should be okay to stain now.
after i sanded my deck was curious as to weather water would bead on the wood. to my surprise it did bead. being afraid to stain and the stain not soaking into the wood because i was worried i sanded to much so i washed and brightened the wood. now after waiting 2 more days for it to dry can i go ahead just start staining without sanding it again.
TWP 100 what if a surprise rain storm hits in less than 24 hours
That would depend if it had a chance to dry or not.
I applied the stain using wet on wet guidelines. There appeared to be some pooling as it was drying which I wiped off with a rag, but the stickiness the stain adhered to the rag and left behind white specs of cotton in the stain. Do I wait for the oil to finish curing and then clean? What do you recommend?
Use some paint thinner and rags and wipe it off now. Saturate any oily rags with water and lay flat to dry outside when dry.
Has anyone ever experienced these leopard like spots after stripping and utilizing the brightener. Tried straight bleach on them, sanding and scrubbing the you know what out of them. I am going to strip and brighten again.
Thanks
That is something leeching out of your hardwood. Not sure what it is.
Hello,
I purchased your clear twp protectant. On the can it states it will age my deck to gray. I don’t want it gray. Can I buy a twp stain and put the clear on top of the stain? What is your best seller? My railings are black! Any help will be appreciated! Thank you!
No, you cannot add the clear on top of a stain color. TWP also cannot be applied over a black stain.
Thank you! Not much info on the clear here on the website. I will take the unopened can back and get the stain! Thx again!
I have a 40×20 deck with a 3ft spindle railing on one side. Also a small 6×6 porch with 3ft spindle railings on both sides. Looking at using TWP 100. It has been stained in the past but the stain is getting old. Wondering if this is the right product (located at cabin in northern WI), what wash to use and how much stain is needed. Will one coat cover? Thanks.
What is total sq footage when you add up the floor, railings, steps, etc? As for prep, we would need to see some pictures.
Approximately 1,000 square feet.
Still need some pictures.
Can’t get pictures for a few weeks. In meantime lets assume one coat.