Best way to prep is with a Restore A Deck Cleaning kit and a pressure washer. Much more effective than your homemade recipe. Plus the kit includes a w...

You need to pressure wash off after using the cleaner. The oxidation/graying will come off and so will the mold. Brighten all after. Definitely p...

Defy will have the best mold prevention followed by TWP 100 and then the AC.

If mold / mildew /algae is an issue for us (mainly algae), would you recommend the TWP100 or Defy over the AC, or not enough of a difference to change...

The AC semi-solid is a penetrating oil so it is not prone to peeling. Defy and AC are both good products. One will not typically last longer than the ...

The Driftwood gray by Armstrong would be your best option. The first time staining new wood will be a shade lighter. After it dries out for a few year...

1. You can wrap in a bag if doing it the next day. 2. Just zip lock bags is fine. No need to freeze. 3. Yes you can leave in plastic pail for seve...

If we decided to do semi-solid(wife likes the look), would the AC possibly peel or would it not because it's oil based? Also, Would the Defy last lo...

1. Northern California (Silicon Valley) 2. Full Sun 3. Cedar 4. No Mold or Mildew Issues 5. No previous issues, new wood. This is a sidin...