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If you are going back to same color, then you probably do not need to remove all of the old. You should experiment in an out of the way place.

Not sure why you are using Sure Shine. It is normally used for wood floors. That may be the culprit. I wouldn’t think the UV boost would do it. Could just be your wood. All woods take stain and clear differently.

You may have to media blast or sand it back to bare wood. Try calling Dave at 800-564-2987. He can answer questions and may have some sort of cleaner that will work.

You might try having some Sherwin Williams Woodscapes mixed to try and match. Not going to say how long it will stay on over the creosote. You really should have it removed since it is VERY high in carcinogens.

Depends. Most stains require some sort of maintenance every 3 to 5 years. Some may just need a light bath and fresh clear coat applied. Some stains do not have a clear coat and will require a fresh coat of the actual stain be applied. The problem with these stains… Read More »Archive-5248

Sikkens Log & Siding will give you the shiniest look. Your logs should be lightly sanded or Osborne brushed before using Sikkens. DO NOT power wash it. Call Dave at Timeless Wood Care Products for help and the materials you will need at 800-564-2987.

I’m a big Life Line fan. Have used it for over 15 years and had great results with it. Preparing the surface properly is the key to any stain working. I would not recommend putting the Life Line over the Defy. It will need to be stripped, preferably by media… Read More »Archive-5252

Dark spots as in black mold spots? You should call Dave at Timeless Wood Care Products and discuss with him. 800-564-2987 I’m sure he will have a product to get you started in the right direction. He has all the Sikkens products.

Call Dave at 800-564-2987

A good heavy coat of Shell-Guard borate would help. Call 800-564-2987 to purchase or go to this link. http://www.timelesswoodcare.com/store/wood-preservatives/