It wore off in less than a year (less expensive stains lasted 3 times longer), and in less than 2 years our redwood deck went from a really nice deck to several boards rotting. It required nearly 4 times as much stain. The price was much higher than any stain we’ve used before. PPG shows a “Lifetime Results Guarantee” right on the can. We used Olympic Elite Advanced Semi-Transparent Stain and Sealer on a very nice redwood deck in Oct. Judging from the threads below and numerous others I’ve found it seems obvious that I’m not the only one having this issue. It failed miserably after less than a year. I believe it goes way beyond that when they claim on the label it’s their best elite product with a lifetime warranty. I think it’s more than just advertising puffery. I really don’t think the way they market this product is fair or even legal. I asked her to talk to her manager, price out about ten 16 foot Redwood planks that need replacing because of this products failure, and have her manager call me back tomorrow. I explained that I prepped the deck extremely well and it soaked up 5 gallons of the stuff. Update on this post: A PPG rep just called me back and said, “We don’t think the stain penetrated the wood and that was your problem”. Test Deck Stats: Deck Wood Type: Pine Deck Deck Square Footage: 600 UV Exposure: Full sun How Many Years Tested: 2 Years Stain Color Used: Chestnut Brown PPG Timeless Deck Stain Photos Dry Time: 24 Hours Cleanup: Mineral Spirits for 550 Version VOC Compliant: 550 Compliant Manufacturer: PPG ft Application Tools: Sprayer, Pad, Brush, Roller – Back brush as needed. $250 per 5-gallon pail Stain Type: Semi-Transparent Oil Based Available Colors: Honey Pine, Chestnut Brown, Dark Teak, New Bark, Oxford Brown, Fall Foliage, Jatoba, Ginger Brown, Olivewood, Mahogany, Russet, Timberline, Navajo Red Application Temperature: 45-95 F Coats Required: 1-2 Coats Coverage Per Gallon: 150-200 sq. Where To Buy: Home Depot Cost: $49.99 per Gallon, $125.99 per 2.5 Gallon Pail. We were not overly happy with the coverage rates and will have to strip the stain off prior to recoating to remove the mildew. The stain did hold up fairly well except in high traffic areas and some mildew was present. – The PPG Timeless Stain + Sealant was an average score overall. Overall Score PPG Timeless Stain + Sealant in One at 2 Year Period: 7.0 – We did have to strip the old stain off due to bare wood and graying showing in high traffic areas and lightening of the stain in other areas. – At the 2-year mark, we did notice some darkening due to mildew but the PPG Timeless Wood Stain did lighten up on 90% of the deck. We did not notice any overlap marks when finished.Ĭolor Shifting (darkening) after 2 Years: 7 We did a one-coat application using a stain pad and did not get great coverage. – The PPG Timeless Stain was average to apply. – PPG Timeless Deck Stain plus Sealer provided an average mildew-resistant coating and did an okay job at preventing fungal growth. The manufacturer claims 250-350 square feet per gallon but we experienced closer to 150-200 feet per gallon. – It took 4 gallons total of PPG Timeless Deck Stain to coat the entire 600 square foot deck. There were almost bare areas with no stain left in the high traffic sections of the deck. Most of the fading and wearing was on the horizontal surface like the tops of the handrails and deck flooring. Wear/Tear and Peeling: 6 –As mentioned the PPG Timeless Wood Stain did show signs of fading but no peeling. Some fading and graying were noticed in traffic areas. –At the 2-year test mark, PPG Timeless did hold up pretty decent with an estimated 70% color retention. However, the PPG Timeless Wood Stain did penetrate the wood fairly well and did not form a film on top. The appearance of the final stain finish was a brown color that did not seem to enhance the beauty of the wood as well as we had expected. – PPG Timeless Stain is an oil-based stain + sealer in one. PPG Timeless Stain + Sealant in One Stain Scores (1-10)Īppearance After Initial Stain Application: 6 They also carry a 250 VOC version and a water-based version. This is for the 550 VOC version that is an oil-based stain. Formulated with both stain and sealant combined, this protective coating offers lasting defense against UV damage, mold, mildew, warping, cracking, and more, helping retain your wood’s natural beauty over time. Delivering more pronounced color while still enabling wood grain and texture to show, it provides luxurious appeal with a beautiful satin sheen finish. PPG Timeless Advanced Stain + Sealant in One is a deck and wood stain that is ideal for bringing the rich look of interior wood to exterior wood surfaces such as decks, doors, furniture, and trim.
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