dwcoleman

My screen porch stain floor is untreated TF doug fir with Cabot ATO Jarrah Brown - done two weeks ago. It looks like spots were missed or the pigment did not take in certain areas. There are scratches. In other areas it is obvious that the oil pooled and there are very dark areas. I would rather not strip the stain. I only wish to create a porous surface and then apply something like Armstrong Clark sem-trans mahogony - seems to be a close match. I contacted Cabot who suggested a 1:1 mixture of water and their problem solver product. But that contains bleach. Any advice on restoring the porosity of the doug fir to allow another stain. I can post photos if that would help once my camera is charged. I have discussed this with Jake Clark of AC and he suggested posting on this site. Much thanks Don C.

Hi I just had a new Kiln Dried after Treatment - Southern Yellow Pine porch built. The floor was poorly done with Cabot Aust. TO jarrah brown. The remainder of the screened porch and stairs/landing needs to be stained. Moisture content ranges from 5 to 10% using my tester. I am trying to decide between Armstrong Clark and TWP. We like the semi-trans amber of the AC. We have not get received samples of the TWP. We want a stain that will prevent wood rot/mold and give us some UV protection. I don't want to have to stain every year or two if possible. We live in Chicago and the largest portion of the porch and stairs faces west. I would guess about 1/2 sun due to garage blocking porch. Here are my questions 1. TPW or Armstrong? What has been the experience of each? 2. Semi-Trans or Semi-Solid (armstrong clark) 3. There is a wood frame (yet to be stained) that absorbs moisture like a towel due pooling during a rain. Should that be treated in some other way? 4. What can I do about the Cabot Australian Timber Oil - or do I need to wait till it wears. I would rather not strip. Any advice would be greatly appreciated I also need a reputable company to do the staining of the porch. I will handle the prep. Thanks Don C