I have some long moderately steep stairs coming down from my deck. I am having a guy prep and stain the deck and stairs. I suggested the TWP 100, bas...

Location: Northern New Jersey Deck Type: Diamomd Decking (Brand) a brazilian type wood, very hard 60% Sun/40% Shade Very little of mold ...

How much time do you manage to get before you have needed to reapply these? Can both be cleaned with soap and water prior to reapplication or will we ...

The Defy Extreme would work well too. it will not darken and has excellent UV resistance on verticals. I Just mentioned TWP first as that is what we n...

Thanks. I was considering this vs Defy extreme or Defy for hardwood. Can I inquire as to why you prefer the TWP over either Defy? My concern is whethe...

I would suggest the TWP 1500 Series for this. it does not darken in color through the years but lightens. It will be easier to maintain then the Penof...

No you cannot/should not put a top coating on a deck stain. It will create many issues for you.

I do not know of any in your area. I would think there would be some though.

Okay thank you. Do you know of any retailers that carry TWP locally in or around atlanta or Should i just order from a website?

I have one more question. Is there a penetrating oil I can put over top of the stain to help fill in the grain and give it a more complete look. Somet...

I would clean and brighten first. Lightly sand after then apply the stain. Wait a couple of days after the prep to stain.

We answered your question on the other page that your posted it.

Never put a shiny coating on outside wood. You will ruin the deck!