Armstrong Clark Stain Color Help
Armstrong stain offers a wide variety of color choices in an oil based semi-transparent penetrating formula. It should be noted that with any brand of wood stain, colors cannot be guaranteed. Colors and tones can vary depending on the wood type, age of the wood, condition of the wood, wood prep, and stain application.
Armstrong stain colors currently include Natural Tone, Cedar Tone, Redwood Tone, Cedar Semi, Sierra Redwood, Rustic Brown, Mountain Cedar, Sequoia, Woodland Brown, Oxford Brown, Mahogany, Amber, and Driftwood Gray.
As a general rule, the lighter the color, the more transparency it will have. This means that more of the wood’s natural grains will show through, which can have an influence on the final appearance. Darker colors will reflect more of the actual stain color but will still allow some of the wood grain to show through because it is a semi-transparent finish.
It is also worth mentioning that the darker the color the more resistant it is to UV fading. Darker colors have more pigment, which is what resists harmful UV rays. Lighter colors, will still provide adequate sun protection but not as much as the darker stain tones.
To be exactly sure how a certain Armstrong color will look on your wood surface, you can order a color sample. Apply the Armstrong color sample in an inconspicuous spot. Allow the stain to dry for several days to see the finished result. Order as many Armstrong color help samples as you would like. It is a good way to find the right color for your wood surface. There is nothing worse than staining a whole wood structure only to decide you do not care for the color.
With so many factors determining how a particular Armstrong color will look in its final appearance, it is wise to use the color help samples to find the tone you like. You should only need the Armstrong color help initially. Once the deck is stained you can keep it maintained with the same color unless you decide to change colors at some point.
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Remove the Penofin first if on the redwood with this:
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Try the Chestnut color.
For Kiln dried, install, wait 2-4 weeks and prep first with the Restore A Deck Cleaning Kit. Takes 2-3 days to ship to MN. Do not stain end cuts. No need.
Should we wait until next spring to stain or can we do this fall. Confused by a few comments.
Also would like to stain cut ends during installation, is this ok?
How soon can stain be delivered to Mn? Thank you.
Use the AC in a semi-transparen t or semi-solid color.
The semi-trans will have better UV protection.
Just one coat is needed.
It would be best to try some samples for the colors. Also, see this about new wood:
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Semi-transparen t cedar color on clear cedar wood. No knots in the wood.
Yes you can.
I worry about her licking her paws and cleaning her eyes. Thank you
The Natural Oak is a medium brown color. Very nice.
Just fine as long as you prep correctly.
We have 3 colors designed for IPE. The Amber color is the closest one to a wet look.
I want to finish it so that it looks like it does now while
it is wet. The rich warm natural colors come through.
I don't want to lose that.
Should i use your clear natural oil?
You cannot apply the Driftwood over the newly applied Natural. It will not soak in. Best to remove and start over.
The stain brought out the red color that I do not like.
After drying can we use the driftwood to mask the red color?
I am so disappointed, it ruined a beautiful stairway.
Any suggestions?
Best to not prep with bleach but the Restore a Deck Kits. Yes, you have to prep wood before applying. If new wood, see this:
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Use a deck stain pad or brush for applying, not a roller.
It will help to blend the new and old wood but the new wood will still be slightly lighter in color. Make sure to prep first with a deck cleaner and a wood brightener.
Transaprents have less pigment and tend last about 18-24 months on a horizontal surface before another coat will be needed.
what's long will a transparent color normally last?
Not easy to match cedar wood and Ipe. Look at Chestnut color for the cedar and Amber for the IPE. We do have samples for you to test colors:
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Hello, you cannot apply the AC over the SW stain. Strip and pressure wash until all the SW is removed. Use the wood brightener after the neutralize.
No it is not possible to cover this when using a semi-transparen t stain or even a semi-solid. All the old stain and dark black/mold will show through. Best to try to prep again with the Rad Stripper Kit. Make sure that you use a pressure washer as well.
Cleaner and Brightener would be sufficient prep.
No it is not possible to prime the wood before apply the penetrating AC stains.
You do not prep until after the waiting period is over. Use the Restore a Deck Kits.
Is the siding smooth like a deck board or rough sawn? If smooth, than yes you should wait a few months and prep first.
Depends on how well you close the lid and if there is any evaporation or not. We cannot guarantee that it will last. Typically shelf life after opening is less than a year.
You can order samples here:
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We can ship to Canada for all products. For total cost, please add products to cart and enter your shipping info.
1. How can I obtain a color sample?
2. How can I order the 5 gallon supply from my location--Briti sh Columbia, Canada?
3. What is the cost?
Regards,
Eleanor
We offer samples for testing to determine the best color for your wood:
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Do you have a cold chart available for your semi solid stains? Is it possible to get one? Thank you,
Jim Crosbie
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Thanks
You will have less UV protection with the Natural tint as it is very light in color. You can use it.
The color charts are on each product page for the single gallons and the 5 gallons. We also have samples that you can test:
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Amber can be used on any wood type. It is a semi-trans.
It is oil based so you do not want to have your pets walking on the deck until fully dry. Once dry, there will not be any issues.
You can use any of the colors that you want but the lighter colors will have less UV protection from graying then the darker colors.
Yes you need to wait and prep:
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Natural is the lightest but the lighter the tint, the quicker it will fade from UV. None of the AC colors will film or peel as they are penetrating stains.
It should not vary. All batches are mixed at same ratios.
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I am sorry but we are not familiar with any of the Arborcoat colors. Best to get some samples from our website:
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We do not but do have samples for you to test.
Thank you!
Any of those colors will work but lighter colors like Cedar Tone will fade faster then darker colors. If you want a brown floor then look at the Rustic Brown. Woodland brown is red. Maybe Oxford Brown will work.
Yes you will be able to do that.
After stripping off the Thompsons you can lightly sand to remove any leftover stain and raised wood grain. Brighten the wood and rinse the deck with water when you are done.
Should it be sanded down first?
Please read this about new wood:
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Use the amber color. About 200 Sq. feet per gallon
We have samples for you test if you would like. In top menu.
Remove all of the Thompsons first then stain with the AC in amber. It is a penetrating oil based stain. Semi-Trans.
Quoting Patrick Miller:
It fully dries. Just one light coat in Tigerwood.
Best to get samples of the stain to test as a color chart will not show a true color since all wood will come out different.
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Oxford Brown is a dark brown. You can order a sample from the site if you would like.
Mahogany color is not dark brown on PTP but more red. Rustic Brown is more of a brown.
Either would work but if in full sun, the semi-solid will work better.
I live on cape cod MA and have PT deck. Which would you recommend semi transparent or semi solid?
No and no. You need to remove all of the old stain first.
As long as the Behr is removed you can use the AC.
Sorry but no.
Yes you can mix colors.
We are an online dealer for AC and can ship it there. As for new wood, let it season for 2-3 months, prep first with the RA Kit we sell, stain with 1 coat of the AC. Either semi-solid or semi-transparen t.
Thank you for your assistance.
Carol
We are in Michigan and it takes 2-3 business days to ship to IA.
2-3 months and prep with the Restore A Deck Kit while prepping.
Thanks!
Sorry but no.
No you do not need to wait if rough sawn wood.
2-3 months and prep first with the Restore A Deck Kit. Only 1 coat on new wood.
Best to order some samples to test the color first. You can get them in the menu above. Maybe Natural color.
We have black metal posts on the deck, and want to paint the top rail white, and the flooring the lightest color you have that would blend with taupe. Any suggestions? I wish you had photos with the colors, there is no way to determine which color I should even try.
Thanks,
No, AC is not tintable.
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