[Russell Cissell]

Rick

I will not speak for others, but what I know is that experience replaces most of the back brushing over time. When you learn to read the wood you only have to back brush when you are "wrong" about what you read.

Additionally, most jobs require some combination of brushes, pads and sprayers. If every job were a fence, that would be one thing, but decks and homes need care too. This is true whether you are slinging a paraffinic or drying finish.


There is a world of difference between F&P and Wood-Tux. With all due respect, it took me about 40 or 50 decks before I would even say I was "good" with TWP when that was my product of choice.

Sure I could get the job done and make it look right, but it was not until I had enough experience that I could do it without thinking about it that I would say I "knew" the product. After applying the product for several years, it was a rarity that I had to back brush something because of an over application.

I respect that you have used Wood-Tux on 4 jobs. No doubt I appreciate the business. I am not saying you are wrong in anything you stated. Within your frame of reference it is certainly true or you wouldn't say it. All I am asking is that you are open to the concept that perhaps Wood-Tux, as a tool, takes a little longer to learn.

I have always said there is a learning curve with the product. I am sure that you were able to apply it with good results the first time. That is not the end of it. Spend a week with myself or someone who has used hundreds and hundreds of gallons and I promise you will see the same speed you are used to with your paraffin's.

There are difference in the application methods, but speed doesn't have to be one of them.
Also, drying stain does not mean it is linseed. There are many oils that can used to make wood finishes.