Hello, -Where do you live? -You have to prep new wood:/p> -You cannot seal over a deck stain. No need as well.

Prep and then stain after the weathering.

3 or more months and then prep with the AC stains if using one of their transparent or semi-transparent colors.

Depends on the stain brand you choose. By late Summer it should be okay.

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Sorry but no and the brands you mentioned, are not very good.

See this about new wood first: Maybe Chestnut color by Armstrong Clark Stains:

You will need to buy online and have it shipped: The Defy Clear will not last as long as the TWP or AC. Annual recoat.

Varnish will peel and clear sealers have no UV protection and will not give a wet look. You need a lightly tinted stain. We would not suggest th...

1. You could try scrubing with the deck cleaner and then use the brighener. 2. You do not have to mix all the powder at once. Try mixing only 1 gall...

For Canada, use the TWP 200 Series or Armstrong Clark Wood Stains.

No need.

It should not be an issue once the stain is fully dried and cured.

You should only use a deck cleaner if you plan on restaining. Use this for the mildew.

See here for solid stain reviews:/p>