Wood Stain Samples

Is there a big difference in the ac Cedar Semi and Amber? Looking to stain new 3mth cedar deck, that shows the grain and keeps a natural look with uv protection. Thanks.

I would possibly like to use an ARMSTRONG semi-transparent stain for the combined good results of 1) over-all wood-grain enhancing appearance and adequate to excellent UV protection; BUT I want a "light" hue, like the TWP 1515 Honeytone stain. Which Armstrong stain comes closest in hue to the TWP 1515 Honeytone? Which of the two provides better UV protection? (For 2500 Sq ft
PTP deck facing south in Halifax, VA 24558.)

i live in rochester,ny town of irondequoit which is

North of the city. Our 2 tared deck last used Bear but it peeled and was hard to remove. We pressured washed and hand sanded. what brand of semi-transparent stain would hold up best in our area?

We live in eastern Ontario and are building a western red cedar t&g fence. Want to keep the natural look of the red cedar. Would the Armstrong Clark Natural Tone be a good choice?

KenG:

I have a 1.5 year old cedar fence that has not been stained yet. I would like a transparent stain on the yard side. I like the look when wet. The back of the fence, I would like something that will last longer so transparency isn't important. I live in SoCal.

Look at the TWP 1515 Honeytone:
https://www.opwdecks.com/twp-1500-series.htm

I have a 1.5 year old cedar fence that has not been stained yet. I would like a transparent stain on the yard side. I like the look when wet. The back of the fence, I would like something that will last longer so transparency isn't important. I live in SoCal.

Joe Svec:

Hello.
I have a two year old weathered cedar deck, will be cleaning and brightening in a few weeks. It's never been stained.

What would you reccomend to get that oiled look? I tried a semi solid, the colour looks too matte for my liking.

I have read that sealing cedar produces a nice oiled look, but it flakes off or peels within a few years.
Is there a product that will give a good gloss, while also allowing the wood to breathe?
I live in Toronto, Canada. Harsh winters, hot summers.

Thanks!

You cannot add a shine or gloss to exterior wood. It will fail. Must be a penetrating finish without the shine.

Hello.
I have a two year old weathered cedar deck, will be cleaning and brightening in a few weeks. It's never been stained.

What would you reccomend to get that oiled look? I tried a semi solid, the colour looks too matte for my liking.

I have read that sealing cedar produces a nice oiled look, but it flakes off or peels within a few years.
Is there a product that will give a good gloss, while also allowing the wood to breathe?
I live in Toronto, Canada. Harsh winters, hot summers.

Thanks!

John DuVal:

follow up. to older pine deck. I forgot to mention. i'm referring to Armstrong and Clark stain. thanks again.

The Redwood Tone is a lighter pigment than the Sierra Redwood. The new Chestnut color may work as well for you.

follow up. to older pine deck. I forgot to mention. i'm referring to Armstrong and Clark stain. thanks again.

I have an older pine deck. I'll need to clean and whiten and stain but don't want it to be too red like some redwood stains. I like the redwood tone in your pictures but kind of worried it would turn out too red, I'm trying the cedar tone sample but will take suggestions. Thanks

Biowash is not made anymore. You can use the Restore A Deck Kits. For shipping costs, add to cart and enter the shipping info.

Good morning, Do you sell Bio wash or simple wash made by bio wash? How much per gallon and can it be shipped to Canada? If not, do you have a similar product that will remove mildew stains from a log home?

Thank you! Cam

Jim,

Takes about 3-4 days.

How quickly can I receive samples shipped to Sanford, NC

Please call us to place a sample order for the Defy Butternut.

I see your Defy samples, but they don't seem to match the full color list of the new Defy Extreme line. I'm interested in the cedar tone, light walnut and also butternut, but I don't see butternut available as a sample.

Sequoia is closest but not the same. It is not that much different as far longevity. Just slightly better color retention.

My deck gets lots of sun so you recommended a semi solid. My wife ordered a sample of the sierra redwood which is semi transparent and of course she likes the color. On the website it shows it as having quite a bit of red but on our treated pine it is quite brown..(which she likes) IN a semi solid which color do you think would be closest to the Sierra Redwood?

OR how much protection do we lose if we went the the semi....????

Thanks

Hi, We are ordering samples of deck stain for timber oil brand. Building a new deck with kiln dried cedar. The wood brand is called Cascadia by TPF sold by Parr Lumber. Question: Do I use cleaner or brightener before staining?What brand is good with this stain? We live in Oregon and the deck is exposed to the water, lots of rain. Also should I stain the bottom of the wood before screwing it down? I want to stain it in three to four weeks and reviews said this is the right stain choice for new decks. My deck is 27x16 with no railings, just one step.I was going to order 5 gals. Will that be enough? Thanks for your advice, John