I'm considering TWP100 or TWP 1500.

That really depends on the brand of stain you are using as the manufacturers vary in their suggestions. It can vary from 1-12 months on the waiting pe...

Thanks for the help. I am going to order the TWP 1500 Series Stain or Armstrong Clark stain today. Jack

Oil stain will penetrate better resulting in less chance of peeling. I would look at the TWP stains or the Armstrong Clark Stain.

Live in Mesa, AZ, a suburb of Phoenix. Deck is exposed to full sun. Wood is redwood. No mold or mildew issues. Peeling is a big problem. Sanded off Be...

That is not realistic and not needed. Staining all 4 sides would not have mattered. New wood is a pain to work with. Customers assume that since it is...

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Thanks!!

I would look at TWP 1504 Black Walnut, TWP 1503 Dark Oak, and Armstrong Clark Oxford Brown.

Can you recommend a VERY dark oil-based stain for an existing deck, probably 10-12 years old?

Best to let the new wood weather the prep and stain in Spring. If you are happy with the Cabot and it works for you then I would not switch. If you wo...

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Andy H, we have used them ABR. We currently have a review that we will be writing shortly.

Penofin would work but the clear has tint to it and will enhance the color. You need a color/tint in the stain if you want any UV protection.