AC vs TWP 100 on Cedar - Deck Stain Questions and Answers

RE: AC vs TWP 100 on Cedar

bkms4@norwaymi.com — Wed, 28 Aug 2019 01:00:02 +0000

Thanks.

RE: AC vs TWP 100 on Cedar

Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993 — Tue, 27 Aug 2019 17:45:34 +0000

Yep.

RE: AC vs TWP 100 on Cedar

bkms4@norwaymi.com — Tue, 27 Aug 2019 17:42:43 +0000

thanks for the information. To confirm, TWP would be equally as good as AC on cedar decks then (as long as comparing "apples to apples"), correct?

RE: AC vs TWP 100 on Cedar

Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993 — Tue, 27 Aug 2019 00:03:13 +0000

TWP Clear has no color and no UV protection. AC in Natural is transparent and will fade faster than an AC semi-transparent color. TWP colors (not clear) are semi-transparent and would be equal to all the AC semi-transparent but better will be better in UV protection than the AC transparent colors.

Basically, more pigment = better UV protection but the AC and TWP are equal in longevity if comparing apples to apples with the color opacity.

AC vs TWP 100 on Cedar

bkms4@norwaymi.com — Mon, 26 Aug 2019 21:49:21 +0000

I have a new white cedar deck that was installed as part of a new construction log home about 8 months ago (so it is somewhat weathered). we did the prep("log wash"/brightener and buffed it with Sashco's buffy pad system). It has a nice light gray/blond patina, which we like. Three questions. First, your article recommends Armstrong Clark or Timber Oil Brand for new cedar. I was leaning toward TWP 100 but now thinking about AC. But I like the mildew prevention of TWP 100. Is that still a good choice for cedar or is the advantages of AC so much greater for cedar decks that I should go with that? Second, I am thinking of the AC in transparent natural tone. How well does AC transparent stain hold up? Likewise, how does the TWP 100 clear stain hold up (still semi-transparent?) Third, what is the difference between the two AC products you reviewed beside VOC? thanks.