[Sticky] Deck Staining Help

Stain all and touch up the new boards next spring with another coat.

1. State you live in: MA
2. Full Shade, Partial Shade, or Full Sun: partial shade
3. Type of Wood: pressure treated pine I think
4. Mold or Mildew Issues: no
5. Main Issues with Previous Stains

What would you recommend for a 30 year old structurally sound western MA deck (snow, ice, rain, sun, fluctuating temps) that is low to the ground with poor ventilation? The deck has been completely sanded. Had a solid stain on there before which I would like to avoid b/c of peeling issues. I don't mind if it requires some maintenance or reapplication yearly. Thank you.

Try the Armstrong Clark in a semi solid color.

Won't the semi-solid peel? I was thinking of using the TWP 1500. No?

Not the AC as it is a fully penetrating stain. You could also use the TWP 1500 for this.

Attached is a photo of my cedar deck after stripping defy hardwood stain using the defy stripper as you can see there are many spots that were not removed and became darker after stripping. I have not used brightener yet because I didn't know if I had to strip it again before staining. I followed the directions and used a power washer. The deck is only 3 years old.

That is old stain that has not come out of the knots. You can see that is is he same color as your railings or stain under the railings that have not come out. Probably should strip again and then brighten.

I realize it did not come out but why would someone have to strip twice.

Because it did not come all off after the first pass. Happens all the time. Sometimes we have to strip 2-4 times.

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<ul>1. Philadelphia, Pa
<ul>2. Full and Partial Shade
<ul>3. Pressure treated Pine?
<ul>4. No mold issues
<ul>5. No Issues with Previous Stains:;just time to redo. Re-staining my sister's 3-tiered deck system. I scrubbed the old stained decks with the defy cleaner and then applied the defy brightener. I used a power washer and a hose to rinse and several rainfalls occurred between the washing process and staining [approx. 1-1/2 weeks]. I applied semi-transparent Zar's exterior wood stain in the sections that were in the shade and moved onto sections during the course of the day to newly shaded sections as the sun moved. The areas I used the 1st can stained as expected. However, the areas I stained using the 2nd can have white streaks running through the raised grain. According to the manufacturer UGL, both cans are from the same lot and therefore should perform the same. They attribute the white streaks to inadequate rinsing. But, why only where I stained using the 2nd can? And how do I fix the areas that are streaked? I still need to finish a set of stairs and 8-ft high deck that sits above one of the tiered sections [all newer and unstained]. I still have a 3rd can of the Zar's to finish the job but hesitant to proceed. I'd appreciate some advice!

It is not due to rinsing. Probably more the application and drying temps. Please post a picture.

1. Anderson, South Carolina
2. Full sun main deck and shade under covered areas
3. Pressure treated pine
4. Very little mold
5.used Thompsons water seal 7 years ago. Have pressure washed. Trouble with carpenter bees. Light traffic (usually bare feet ) no access without going through the house. Long time between applications would be wonderful. Would you recommend spraying or brushing? Thank you in advance for your help.

Use the TWP 1500 Series and brush or a stain pad for the floors.

1. State you live in - IL
2. Full Shade, Partial Shade, or Full Sun - Partial Shade/Full Sun
3. Type of Wood - Unsure
4. Mold or Mildew Issues - No
5. Main Issues with Previous Stains - Previous Owner Used some type of paint

Looking for a suggestion on a solid stain that I can get at a Lowes or Home Depot for my deck. Also wouldn't mind Pad Brand suggestions if that matters at all.

Also how long do I need to wait after it rains before I can stain my deck? What about how long it needs to sit before it can rain again?

1.) Front Range Colorado - 7500' Elevation
2.) Full Sun 70% of the time - 10% of the deck is under trees - no significant sap issues
3.) Redwood
4.) No significant mold or mildew issues
5.) Faded / Peeling Behr semi transparent acrylic
Have sanded with a heavy duty orbital sander with 36 grit paper - removed 85% of the previous stain, although in some areas the boards were slightly cupped so the previous stain (red in color) was not completely removed i.e. these boards have areas where the previous stain is opaque almost translucent.
I will be purchasing TWP 100, most likely cedartone or redwood - would prefer a oil stain that
brings out the natural beauty of the wood - perhaps darkening it a bit.
My question is should I rent a drum sander to completely remove the remaining stain? Also - do I need to use a brightener after sanding?
Thanks in advance