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10/31/2022
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Armstrong-Clark's deck and siding wood stain makes use of conditioning oils that part from the drying oils in the formula. The nondrying oils penetrate into the wood and take the place of the wood's diminishing natural oils. This process revives and restores wood.
The drying oils stay on the wood surface and lock in the conditioning oils to produce a barrier that is dry to the touch. Armstrong's deck and siding wood stain contain vegetable oils in addition to transparent pigments, solvents, mildewcides and water repellents.
- Application can be done in direct sunlight and on hot days. If the first coat of stain penetrates within 30 minutes an additional coat may be applied for extra protection.
- Applies easily by roller, brush, or airless sprayer. During spraying - going back over with a brush or roller will help give a more even appearance. After 24 hours any remaining puddles or glossy spots can be removed using a dry rag.
- Older wood is reconditioned by deep penetrating nondrying oils.
- Drying oils lock in the conditioning oils while pigments and water repellents lock out moisture and UV damage.
- Armstrong wood stain is compliant with all environmental standards.
- Does not contain any offensive odors.
Coverage Area
Armstrong-Clark Deck and Siding Stain applies at 150-200 sq ft per gallon. Depending on wood porosity, actual coverage will vary.
Important
*We do not guarantee stain colors as they will vary widely depending on the wood type, age of wood, prepping of wood, and application. Small samples are available at top.
Reviews
Thursday, 28 September 2017
I don't write product reviews. However, this stain is too good not to write one. We replaced our 34 year old deck floorboards last summer. During the past year, we researched deck stains and discovered that oil-based stains are becoming harder to find, which led us to Armstrong Clark. First of all, the option of buying samples is genius, as I would have chosen the wrong color without samples to test. After prepping the deck with the cleaner and brightener, the first difference I noticed from 34 years ago was that you no longer have to spend fifteen minutes trying to stir the thick sludge from the bottom of the can into a usable product. The Armstrong Clark stain was so easy to stir! The semi-transparent stain then went on evenly, was absorbed quickly, and dried to a rich, beautiful color. I love this stain! It has just recently been applied, so I can't write about its longevity yet, but this is a high quality product, and I am confident it will perform as described. We are thrilled with the way our deck looks, and will not hesitate to recommend it to others. A dreaded chore became a joy!
Thursday, 22 June 2017
Armstrong Clark is the top rated VOC compliant penetrating oil based stain. Allowed in all US States and Canada!
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We will reply to your comment shortlyIt’s Late October in Missouri. Hubs thinks it’s too late to apply your oil based deck stain as it’s 30-40 degrees at night and overcast during the day with heavy dew in the mornings. Deck is KDAT lumber and just built / sanded. If we apply a water based stain now… can we apply this AC deck product directly over the top of the water based stain next summer? Will we only need to clean the deck prior or application ?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyTemps for applying need to be above 50 and cannot drop below 40 at night. You c n never apply a different brand of sem-transparent stain over the top of an existing stain. You will have to remove the current coating if switching stain brands
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We will reply to your comment shortlyWhat is the Best way to remove the coating?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyThat depends on the stain brand and type. Could be stripping and or sanding.
Just wait and do it in the spring. It will be fine.-
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHow effective is it to recoat a deck with an AC Semi-solid stain over existing AC Semi-transparent stain. Can you simply clean and go? Or does existing semi-transparent stain by Armstrong Clark have to be removed?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyBest to strip and brighten for max penetration into the wood grain when switching colors and opacity: https://www.armstrongclarkstain.com/restore-a-deck-stripper
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI’m planning on staining a house that has previously been stained with Armstrong-Clark semi transparent sequoia.
If we use a semi solid stain , does it have to be stripped of the old stain? Will pressure washing be sufficient enough to re-coat-
We will reply to your comment shortlyStrip and brighten would be best. https://www.armstrongclarkstain.com/restore-a-deck-stripper
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI purchased AC semi transparent stain for my cedar siding on my house. I'm concerned about any odors that the stain may have and how long they will persist.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHello using all Armstrong Clark can you go from semi-transparent to semi-solid then back to semi-transparent? We plan to do our first stain on our fence with semi-transparent rustic oak but may change our minds down the road.
It’s a friendly neighbor rough sawn cedar wood fence 14 months old never stained, the same on both sides.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyCan I get small samples to check for color variations? I have been using super deck on my cedar siding. I'd like to just add clear and not change color other than a little darkening.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyhttps://www.armstrongclarkstain.com/samples
A clear sealer will offer zero UV protection. Has to be tinted.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHi, two questions.
1) can semi solid stain be recoated just like the semi-transparent (that is, without stripping or sanding)?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI am installing pressure treated pine decking. I have a few questions:
1. Can I use any end coat preservative on my end cuts when I install? Will the end cut preservative interfere with my AC stain when I apply it later when the wood dries out?
2. Is a 12% moisture content the correct amount for best staining?
3. If I order sample stains and try them out on the wet pressure treated wood will the color be the same when I apply the stain to the dry pressure treated decking at a later date?-
We will reply to your comment shortly1. No need for an end cut sealer and yes, it could hinder the AC's stain absorption.
2. Yes, but read this about new wood as it really has nothing to do with moisture content: https://www.armstrongclarkstain.com/new-decking-and-armstrong-clark-stain
3. No, it will be lightly darker when the wood is more absorbent.-
We will reply to your comment shortlyThanks for the info.
Why is there no need for an end cut sealer? Once I install the decking I will not be able to seal/stain them with the AC stain I choose.
I had read your guide for staining. The first bullet mentions that the wood needs to dry out. What am i not understanding?-
We will reply to your comment shortlyThere is no advantage to using it and honestly is kind of a gimmick. You only have to stain and protect the exposed wood after installation and weathering.
Yes you have to weather and prep, it is explained in this article: https://www.armstrongclarkstain.com/new-decking-and-armstrong-clark-stain
Moisture % is not the reason for weathering. It is all about the porosity of the new wood.-
We will reply to your comment shortlyI have done a lot of research before coming up with a choice for decking material and sealant/stain. I am no expert and basically only know what I read on the internet. Everyone else that I have read says that best practice is to seal the cut ends of wood during installation. As AC is my sealant/stain of choice I am going to take your advice and not worry about the ends that are butted up to each other and use AC to seal the cut ends that are exposed.
I assume it is good to wait till my moisture meter read ~ 12% before doing anything.
Thanks for your advice. (I hope you are correct :))
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We will reply to your comment shortlywant to buy semisoiid deck finish woodland brown wont come up on computer
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHello , I’m wondering the recommended process for a 7 year old pine pressure treated fence that I initially used a cidercide oil on the first 2 years then one year used Thompson clear water seal. I was informed these are film forming seals and that penetrating seals would not work. Can you shed some light on my dilemma and would your stains that come highly recommended would work ? Thanks
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We will reply to your comment shortlyUse this prep kit and then you can use any of the Armstrong Stain Colors that you like after: https://www.armstrongclarkstain.com/restore-a-deck-kit
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHello, I initially used cedarcide cedar oil then used Thompson water seal clear. I was told these were film forming sealers. Can I use this product with success? Fence is about 7 years old and in good condition, I haven’t cleaned since last year and only used Thompson once
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI just found this product. I made the mistake of using a waterbased cabot semi solid stain and I hate it. I plan on steam cleaning the deck. I have area's that have never been stained and 4 years old. Then I plan on sanding the decks. The the restore a deck products. Then the use your oil based semi transparent in chestnut. I understand it will not peel. Am I heading in the right direction? Thanks
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We will reply to your comment shortlyReally silly question but this is my first time ever staining a large deck that will require a 5 gallon bucket. Do you dip your brush right into the bucket or attempt to poor it into a smaller container?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyLast year I applied AC Transparent Natural Tone. Can I apply semi transparent cedar this year over the top ?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyUse this kit first and then you can: https://www.armstrongclarkstain.com/restore-a-deck-kit
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI plan on staining approx. 1200 square feet of pine shiplap siding this spring. I have used Amber semi-transparent for my IPE deck and would like to match that color on the pine. Which stain and color would you recommend? The attached photo is the color scheme I and looking for.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHi: I stripped and stained my PT deck last June (one coat)with your product. Now late March and looks very good no loss of finish like the two previous water based stains. Very satisfied. Anyway I have enough leftover stain to put another coat on to deepen the color can that be done by just prepping with a cleaner/brightened then applying? Thanks… Bill
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI need 6 gals of stain for my job. If I order a 5 gal can and a 1 gal can, will it still be free shipping and shipped together?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHow should I prep a deck with new lumber, the deck is 6 months old
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We will reply to your comment shortlyUse this kit for prep: https://www.armstrongclarkstain.com/restore-a-deck-kit
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We will reply to your comment shortlyMy question: I have just installed a Tongue and Groove Sapele front porch floor on a historic home here in Eastern North Carolina . It has gotten wet/the homeowner let snow sit on the edges and the wood is hinting at trying to buckle…. Also, some purple black “stuff” is running on the edges a little bit.
My question is, being that this is a new porch system can I go ahead and install your hardwood deck stain? I’m trying to prevent any more damage or abnormalities from occurring to this fine porch-
We will reply to your comment shortlyYou have to weather and then prep. See here about new wood: https://www.armstrongclarkstain.com/new-decking-and-armstrong-clark-stain
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHow do you suggest I protect the Tongue and Groove from buckling and getting damaged.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyCan this product be applied directly to a deck that was previous painted, without sanding first?
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We will reply to your comment shortly5 yr old redwood deck and just finished sanding - using RAD products next. My question is if using the Semi Solid Sequoia product how many coats will be needed?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyWe applied an AC semi-trans to our decks earlier this year - some sections were all-new wood, others were sanded and brightened. It looks GREAT! We’re actually very happy with the color as-is; adding more next year seems like it’d darken it too much. What’s the guidance on re-applying? Wait until the existing pigment fades, or re-coat with something transparent?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyUse the same color when you reapply. Prep with this kit first.https://www.armstrongclarkstain.com/restore-a-deck-kit
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI would like to order some stain.. Anyone stained a new treated pine privacy fence aproximately 150 ft. front and back? Approximately how much semi transparent stain would I need? And one coat or two?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI have a brand new treated pine deck/rails and porch/rails going in next month in Western North Carolina. Once it's complete at what point should the stain be applied. Also, will the semi-transparent be ok on a new deck and will the black walnut actually be semi transparent on the new treated pine boards and rails ? Thanks
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We will reply to your comment shortlySee here: https://www.armstrongclarkstain.com/new-decking-and-armstrong-clark-stain
Semi-transparent is okay and the Black Walnut is semi-transparent.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyAlso, my deck is pressure treated lumber. You mention spraying, roller or brush. Can I use staining pads with poles?