I meant brightener. In other words - should I or shouldn't I use brightener before staining for first time a 2-year old IPE deck? Thanks!

If all the wood is rough sawn cut you do not need to let it weather. Go ahead and stain. It is dry enough. Post some pics when done!

No rollers. Deck stain brushes or deck stain pads. We use the pads by Padco or Shurline.

Also - all the wood is rough cedar, with the exterior wall paneling being shiplap knotty pine.

About 2 years possibly 3. Clean and brighten the wood when redoing.

Posted by: dawn26 Thank you. any idea on what brand of paint for them? It does not matter for the spindles what brand to use.

Thank you. any idea on what brand of paint for them?

I think it would be best to use a paint for the black spindles so it adheres well. Not a solid color deck stain.

You cannot just remove the excess stain. You would have to strip and start over. Might be best to just leave it as is and start over in a year or two.

If using TWP, you will need to remove all of the current stain. If using a solid stain, just pressure wash off the dirt and any loose/peeling stain. T...