I went back and worked on this area and some others and found they are in worse shape than I thought. I understand that new pressure treated lumber ne...

Hello from Georgia my pressure treated deck is in full sun all day. I am about to replace all the deck boards and stain it with TWP but does it absol...

Are there any options you recommend for splinter control? Our neighbors have used the new Rustoleom Restore product, but I was not sold on this produc...

Wood fillers do not work on outside decking very well. AC and TWP do not come in a solid color stains. If you want a solid color stain then try fillin...

Penetrating stains such as the AC do not film on top of the wood. They will not stop or prevent splinters.

I would not do that. Best to remove old stains first of switching brands.

Thank you! Will this help with the potential for splinters? We worry about our two young boys barefoot on the deck.

Posted answer in blog.

Try Armstrong Clark in a Semi-solid color or TWP 1500

Try using the Restore A Deck Kits when pressure washing to help the wood and it will make it easier as well. Stain with a penetrating stain like the A...