Official Help Site for TWPStain.com

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Last Updated on January 30, 2023 by TWP Help

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TWP Wood and Deck Stain Update for 2023

Welcome to the official help site for TWPStain.com.

TWP® 100 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. Containing unique ingredients that protect the wood from damage, TWP 100 Series has been a leader and respected product for over 25 years.

TWP® 100 Pro-Series provides a broad spectrum of weather protection, is water repellent, and aids in color retention. TWP® 100 Pro-Series resists water absorption that causes warping, cracking, splitting, and prevents freeze damage in colder climates. Use TWP® 100 Pro-Series to Restore and Protect YOUR GREAT OUTDOORS!

TWP 1500 Total Wood Preservative is an EPA-registered wood preservative for decks, fences, gazebos, cedar siding, wood shakes, log homes, outdoor furniture, and other exterior wood surfaces. TWP wood preservative offers outstanding protection from UV fading, wood rot, water damage, and mildew for all types of wood species.

The TWPStainHelp.com site is designed for exterior wood and deck owners looking for solutions to their wood maintenance questions. We have gathered information based on years of experience. From TWP stain tips and wood maintenance advice to prepping new wood and how-to articles, we will guide you step by step to achieve professional-like results using any of the TWP wood preservative products.

Please read our articles and feel free to ask any questions that you may have about restoring your exterior wood or decking surfaces. The information you need regarding wood and deck restoration and TWP deck stains are all here. Please enjoy and remember that we are here to help.

 

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Becky King
8 hours ago

Hi there.
Got my product (cleaner/brightener/stain) last Friday, 3/8/24. So the stain has been sitting for over a week, and they are planning on staining the deck tomorrow. Question… should I take it to Lowe’s to get it shaken, since it has sat for a while? Also, I read somewhere not to stain if the low is freezing or below… it’s supposed to get down to 23 tonight with a hard freeze expected, so will the deck be too wet from that freeze to stain? If not, it’s supposed to be 37 tomorrow night, but if they miss the forecast by a few degrees, is that going to hurt it?
Thanks.

Becky King
7 hours ago
Reply to  TWP Help

Okay, thanks… what about from the freeze tonight? If the deck is wet from that, don’t stain?

Danielle Smith
2 months ago

Hello – I have read that borate products are effective at killing organisms that cause wood rot. Can I treat my new wood beam with a borate solution ( such as peneshield) ) before applying TWP 100 series stain?

Edward Farnsworth
2 months ago

Can I apply 100 series dark walnut over 100 series cedar tone for a darker look

 
Anne
5 months ago

How do I prep new wood for twp 100?

Cabrina
5 months ago

I applied TWP stain a couple years ago but can’t remember what series I used. I am planning on resealing now. Does it matter what series I recoat with? I assume I use the restore and brightener before but do I need to do any other prep?

Bill Jackson
5 months ago

I have cedar siding on my home & have used TWP-101 for many years. In the past I’ve always power washed with a phosphate additive cleaner, but think it’s time to use your Cleaner or Stripper & Brightener to get a newer look before staining again.

Can the Cleaner or Stripper & Brightener be applied with a “soft” pressure washer spray? Endwalls are 16 ft. high.

 
Jason Hooper
5 months ago

My log home was stained in 2000, the owner told me he used TWP. I plan to remove the old stain and reapply with a new TWP stain what is the best product to remove the old stain? The current stain is a solid stain.

Jason Hooper
5 months ago
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i have attached a picture

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Kevin
5 months ago

I hired someone to stain my deck with 101. I believe he either applied too thick or the 2nd coat too late. It was hours after the 1st coat that looked rather dry. Now there are wet spots and most everywhere is still sticky 24 hours later. The temperature dropped to 45 over night but it’s been in the 70’s during the day. How easiest to get rid of the stickiness? Options would be appreciated!

AG Radhakrishnan
5 months ago

What happens if we stain the deck when the temperature is 50 (+/- 2) and feel like between 35 and 40 especially in the night time?

 
AG Radhakrishnan
5 months ago

Complete deck is sanded using 60 (outside)-80 (interior railing)-100(decking) grit sand paper and cleaned using Restore-A-Deck Wood Brightener. I opened a 5 gallon stain on Oct 2nd and used just less than a gallon to finish staining the railings alone. I could see that the temperature forecast drops below 50 degree for rest of the reason. So, wondering about the following and appreciate your advise.

  1. Can I continue with rest of staining work after the winter in June next year (2024)?
  2. Since the original can is opened for 4th day (just placed the lid on top but not air tight), will that be a problem to use the stain again in June next year?
  3. What should I do with the opened stain can? (I am having a new 5 gallon Home depot plastic bucket with air tight lid)
  4. Can I leave the unstained decking & steps (horizontal) exposed to harsh Minnesota weather?
  5. What preparation needed before staining it again?
  6. Can I re-stain the railing again in 8 months?
Pete
5 months ago

What do you recommend regarding minimum outdoor temperatures for application? And can one add a solvent or other additive to increase penetrating action?

Gemma Colford
5 months ago

Can the stain color be changed? after it has been stored for a few years is it still good to use?

 
Mac webb
5 months ago

How many hours after cleaning Cedar fence can I top coat
Also how would the prospects of rain factor in to delaying staining

Ron
6 months ago

What’s the difference between the 1500 Twp and the 100 series twp

Jeannie Harris
6 months ago

I want to refresh a bench I have already used TWP on about 2 years ago. I cleaned it but do I need to sand it before putting another coat of TWP just to freshen up the bench?

 
ROLAND BOURQUE
6 months ago

DO YOU SHIP TWP STAINS TO MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE OR NH ??

ROLAND BOURQUE
6 months ago

CAN TWP STAINS BE SHIPPED TO MASSACHUSETTS OR MAINE? CAN YOU PUT TWP
STAINS OVER ALREADY PAINTED A WOOD DECK WITH SEMI-TRANS STAIN ON IT ?

steve hansen
6 months ago

Yesterday I stained deck wet on wet and it turned out beautiful, 16 hours later we had rain that wasn’t in forecast, so went out blew deck off and now there is water spots everywhere. Is there a fix to clean or am I just screwed til next year.

steve hansen
6 months ago
Reply to  TWP Help

OK the spots went away, what a relief, little more rain this morning and hoping to get same results. Deck looks amazing, love the stain.

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Sondra Stever
6 months ago

We have new, rough sawn Western Cedar pavilion, that needs approximately 800 square feet wood stain coverage. Not sure if we will use semi-solid stain, or TWP 100 Cedartone yet. Can you please advise how much stain we would need for both options? We live in Pacific Northwest (Seattle area). It is my understanding that since rough sawn we don’t need to let wood age at all. Is that correct? Also, this is technically outdoor space, but the rafters and tongue and groove of the ceiling will not get wet or see direct sunlight. Is it still necessary to stain that area, or can it just remain untreated? If left untreated, that would take our square footage down to 600.

Sondra Stever
6 months ago
Reply to  TWP Help

Thank for that information. You suggested going with the 100 series. Is that a better option than the semi-solid? We just haven’t quite decided what look we want based on the rest of the yard/decking etc. Should we avoid the semi-solid for some reason? We used the 100 series Cedartone on the fencing and we absolutely love it. We are just looking for some contrast potentially with the pavilion. Does the semi-solid cover the same way as the 100 series, or does it require more stain per square foot?

roge rprisbe
6 months ago

I have been using twp501-1 cedartone.
what do I use now??
Thanks Roger Prisbe

Quin Kinler
6 months ago

Is it possible to get small sample of 2 or 3 colors for the 1500.

 
Rose
6 months ago

Here is an additional photo of the deck.

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Rose
6 months ago

We had work done on our log cabin; log repair, glass blasting and staining. While blasting, the crew failed to properly protect one area on our deck and roughed the surface necessitating reapplying TWP 102 Redwood series 100 deck stain. The decks were last stained with TWP in August, 2022. They buffed and pressure washed the decks and applied a new coat of TWP, wiping excess stain after allowing for penetration. They did not allow even 24 hours of cure time before sanding logs on the cabin, causing drift of sawdust onto the deck surface which they then tried rinsing off. This left areas of sawdust imbedded on the surface and in between the deck boards. It was left to dry that way over a weekend. To try to remedy this, they wiped down the entire deck surface with paint thinner. They did not remove the excess stain deposits between the boards and I have some shiny spots where the excess stain was not properly wiped away. I would like to remove the dried deposits between the deck boards because surface water cannot drain down between them. Not sure if wiping the surface with thinner is adequate for reapplication or if I need to totally strip the decks and begin the process as if it was a first-time application of TWP. Your recommendations? I’m atraching pictures for your reference.

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April
6 months ago

Do I need to sand my new deck before staining it? Also should I apply the Gemini restore a deck kit before I stain? (New pressure treated lumber)

 
Kat
6 months ago

Can I use two wood protector over twp wood preservative?

Linda Smith
6 months ago

Shelf life of 5 gallon 1500 series? The label says 2019, is this still good if stored properly?

Blake Cooper
6 months ago

TWP Cedar mulch needed

 
ROLAND BOURQUE
6 months ago

WHAT TPW SEMI TRANS CAN BE SHIPED TO MAINE ?

Kim
6 months ago

Do you provide or sell color samples for the 1500 series semi transparent stain.

Samantha Darling
6 months ago

I stained my deck last night, 2 coats wet on wet, TWP 1516. I think it could use a 3rd coat. Is that permissible? Also, I need to order more stain. If I can do a 3rd coat, will waiting a week be a problem?

 
Brad
6 months ago

I recently started to refurbish an old deck. Some boards were OK , some I flipped, and some had to be replaced with treated 2×6’s. What is the best way to get stain to match on the different substrates? I have stripped the old stain , oxilic acid neutralized/brightened , and sanded the deck. I plan to brighten one more time immediately before staining. I will allow two days dry time before staining.

Marlene Zeiler
7 months ago

Hello. I am using rough sawn Eastern Red Cedar boards for my deck. The wood has been air drying for 10 months in a garage. The boards were installed yesterday. They were stained yesterday with 1500 Red Cedar stain. We finished staining them at 5:00 pm. We did 2 coats of wet on wet 25 minutes apart. This morning we are seeing a white film on the boards. It was humid this morning. The humidity was 97% at 9:00 am this morning. Is this a problem?

Don
7 months ago

I have a 3 year old pine deck that has been stripped and will be brightened. I intend on sanding the deck. What grit is okay for 1500? Also, what if it takes longer than 60 minutes for a coat? Should I let it dry before second coat?

Don
7 months ago
Reply to  TWP Help

What I’m saying about the coat is the TWP second coat. It says to apply while it’s wet a second coat. Should I keep my areas small enough that I can do two coats without it drying? Or is it okay for it to dry and then apply the second coat?

 
Michael Feldman
7 months ago

I would like to test a sample of the semi-solid stain in weathered cedar,, is this possible? and why doesnt chace building supply carry this product or show interest in it,, they seem to also be pushing semi solid by benjamin moore.

Sam Haag
7 months ago

Powerwashed Deck then waited 48 hrs to Stain deck , been mid 80’s temp wise. The boards seem to have softened and when I set heavy things on deck it making marks as if the stain isn’t dry but it is dry and not sticky.

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debbiew
7 months ago

How many square feet does 1 gallon of semi-solid stain cover? Is this info on the website?

 
dthefox
7 months ago

Using TWP 1502

dthefox
7 months ago

1000 sq ft redwood deck.

I have purchased two 5 gallon containers due to size of deck.
I have two different lot numbers due to purchasing at different times.

Will the resulting color be that much different if I do not mix the two cans? Seems like a difficult process due to size and weight of cans.

Thanks.

Paul Lynn
7 months ago

Do you recommend a water sealer after applying your TWP® 100 Pro-Series

 
David
7 months ago

How long will the 1500 stain stay usable if stored?
I have a deck with upright lattice, I’ll be staining the lattice this year, then replacing the decking boards and let them season over the winter and plan to stain next April or May. If I buy a 5 gallon drum, only use 1 or 2 gallons on the lattice, will the remaining stain remain effective and keep color consistency after 7-8 months?
Cheers

Mike
7 months ago

what is the recommended dry time after washing with cleaner before applying TWP 1500 Stain ? ( the Deck is in 100% Sunlight).

Dean Stanley
7 months ago

I just stained my 2 year old pressure treated deck that has never been stained before with Thompson water seal natural cedar semi transparent deck & siding wood sealer , what a mistake, it didn’t cover in one coat & I found out I can’t put on a second coat because I waited to long . people online are saying your company sells a product that I can use to re stain my deck .if this is true can you tell me which one of your stains would help me out ? Thanks Dean

 
Bruce Steinfurth
7 months ago

Can TWP 1500 be applied with the sun shining on the deck?

steve hansen
7 months ago

My Rad Stripper and Stain will be here this week, my question is here in Montana things are heating up what is the ideal temperature to apply stripper and stain. What would you consider to be to hot of a temperature to apply.

Cal Tomicich
7 months ago

Can I apply a new coat of TWP over an older TWP stained log wall. I’m using HoneyTone

 
Trevor Casad
7 months ago

My deck was newly built in may of 2022, I stained it on June 30th, 2023 with full sanding and prep. Turned out great however I did not mix the can enough when staining the deck boards so when I got around to doing the railing, the railing turned out darker. My question is, when can I put a second coat of stain on the deck boards and what level of prep is needed?

John Aldrich
7 months ago

My contractor purchased TWP cedartone stain yr ago at Dunn Edwards paint in Santa Fe, NM and stained several large exterior doors. We opened the 1gallon container this year to re-stain after UV deterioration over the winter and spring/summer and the remaining 1/2 gallon had congealed. We talked with the retailer and they no longer carry TWP cedartone. Their Albuquerque store does not as well. What should I do? I do not want to change stain on all my doors and wood surfaces. Please advise? Thank you

Robert Tschurtz
8 months ago

We have older vertical cedar siding on our house that has been “stained” with TWP 101 in the past.
Our painter recently applied the TWP 101 with one coat and is now planning on applying a second coat. He did not use the 2 coat wet on wet method. How long should he wait to apply the 2nd coat,
or should he apply a second coat at all? If so, what technique would work best. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I love your site, it is very helpful. Thank you.
Rob

 
Jim
8 months ago

I need guidance on which stripper to order and which stain product to apply after, I don’t know what product was used previously. I am in Montana & considering the prairie gray 100 series but see your now carry semi solid as well? Attached are pics of what I am dealing with? Thank you

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Mac
8 months ago

I have TWP Cedartone 101. I have not used it in a couple of years and it has changed in viscosity…still the same color..Can I still use the product. If I add mineral spirt to thin the viscosity will this hurt. I plan on using this product to do my rails only and buy more product if need be if not fit to use. Thank You Mac

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