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1. Sand off the ink stamps with a palm sander suing 80 grit
2. After sanding, let the wood site for 1-3 months. You need to do this so the spot sanding does not stand out.
3. Use both a deck cleaner and wood brightener to remove the graying, mildew, and berry stains after the wait. Use Restore A Deck Kits. Do not use a stripper.
4. Stain over the green in the posts. There is nothing you can do about this as it is throughout the wood.]]> Deck Stain Questions and Answers Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993 https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/berry-stains-green-treat-and-lumber-stamps/#post-10898 https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/berry-stains-green-treat-and-lumber-stamps/#post-10897 Wed, 28 Sep 2016 03:27:49 +0000
Second question, some of the 8x8 posts used have a very strong green color to them from the green treat? Should I sand the outside down or stain over the green on these 8x8 posts?

Last, how do most people remove the ink stamps the lumber company put on the lumber before staining? I assume sandpaper w/orbital sander? I am worried about creating a cup that will hold water.

Thanks for your advise,
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