I'm reading conflicting information everywhere. Some say strip, power wash, sand. Some say strip only. Some say sand only. I'm really confused. I do u...

Also, Is pressure treated pine considered a 'hard wood'? or can I use any stain on it?

Ahhh o.k. Glad I didn't order a softwood stain before knowing. Does it being PT make any difference in sanding it? Should I pressure wash it?