Here is the before pic. The pic doesn't look as bad as it was!

Sorry. The above is "after" pic with Armstrong. Will post before pic soon

Agree. Total redsanding

60-80 grit. Not too smooth as you want the stain to soak in well.

Thank you for your response. Quick follow up question. What grit of sandpaper should I use for my final sanding before I seal? Thanks again.

Look at Armstrong Clark in Amber or Defy Hardwood Natural Pine. Might want to get some samples so you do not have to do this again.

Cabot changed their formula so it is not the same as it used to be. AC makes a very good semi-transparent.

recommend semi-transp or transpartent in same brand? Opinion of cabot decking stain?--railiings not in bad shape--may reapply same brand to them to av...

Sand and scrape. Strippers will not remove effectively.