TWP 100 Stain: Homeowner's Guide to Colors, Coverage & Application

Is TWP 100 right for your deck?

If you want a natural wood look that won't peel, and you live outside the VOC-regulated states, the answer is usually yes. TWP 100 is an oil stain that sinks into the wood and protects it from the inside.

Buy TWP 100 - 1 Gallon 5 Gallon Pail

Check your state before you order

TWP 100 can't ship to: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Northern Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Utah, Vermont and Maricopa County, Arizona. Orders to those areas are canceled with a $5 fee.

Live in one of those states? Order TWP 1500 instead →

What you get

A penetrating finish, not a film - it won't peel when applied correctly
EPA-registered protection against wood rot
Water repellency that helps stop cracking and splitting
UV protection in the tinted colors to slow graying
Mildew resistance for a cleaner-looking deck
Even fading on deck floors, so touch-ups blend in
Gallons and 5 gallon pails

What to expect

On siding, fences and railings, a properly prepped two-coat job typically lasts three to five years, and even longer on wood that weathered a couple of seasons first. Deck floors take more abuse, so plan on a quick clean-and-recoat sooner - with TWP there is no stripping, just clean and apply.

TWP 100 cleans up with paint thinner or mineral spirits. Keep it away from open flames, and lay oily rags flat outdoors to dry - wet rags can catch fire on their own.

Pick your color

Six transparent wood tones, plus two semi-transparent grays that cost a little more.

TWP 105 Cape Cod Gray color — 105 Cape Cod Gray

TWP 106 Prairie Gray color — 106 Prairie Gray

TWP 116 Rustic Oak color — 116 Rustic Oak

A clear version is available too, but it has no UV protection. Our most popular choice is 101 Cedartone.

Staining your deck with TWP 100, step by step

Clean and brighten the wood with Restore-A-Deck, rinse, and let it dry completely.
Pick a mild, dry day and work out of direct midday sun.
Apply a generous first coat to the deck floor.
While it is still wet, apply the second coat. If the wood drank the first coat quickly, thin the second coat a little so it keeps soaking in.
On railings, spindles and siding, one coat is usually enough.
Keep traffic off for 24 hours and furniture off for 3 days.

TWP 100 FAQ

How far does a gallon of TWP 100 go?

Roughly 150-200 sq. ft. on the first coat and 200-300 sq. ft. on the second. Two coats wet on wet average out to about 125-150 sq. ft. per gallon - or just use our deck stain calculator.

How long before I can walk on it?

Expect 12-36 hours of drying at 70°F. Walk on it after 24 hours and wait 3 days to bring the furniture back.

Why can't I order TWP 100 in my state?

It has too many VOCs for the regulated areas: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Northern Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Utah, Vermont and Maricopa County, Arizona. Orders shipping there are canceled with a $5 fee. Choose TWP 1500 instead.

Will TWP 100 peel?

Not when it is applied as directed. It soaks into the wood instead of forming a film on top, so there is nothing to crack, blister or flake.

TWP® is a registered trademark of Amteco and is made by Gemini Coatings. WoodDeckStain.net is a website of The Stain Depot, an official online TWP dealer - not the manufacturer.