Armstrong Clark

[RPetry]

Beth,

Unfortunately, we do not see any white cedar here in NJ. Ever run across it in Md.?

Still, this color is worth a shot on Western Red Cedar. I think I have just the job for it in August.

[Beth n Rod]

Yes, we see quite a bit of it here in MD, have a number of these decks we care for regularly.

Beth

[RPetry]

Originally Posted by Beth n Rod

Yes, we see quite a bit of it here in MD, have a number of these decks we care for regularly.

Beth

Actually, we do see white cedar here. Only white cedar fences. And we do next to nil of fence work.

[Scott Paul]

Armstrong-Clark Deck Stains

Now for sale! We should be getting product in middle of next week. We are carrying all colors.

[RPetry]

Scott,

Would that order also include Armstrong-Clark's Super Cedar Blend color? Not sure if it is a regular stock pigment mix.

[Scott Paul]

Originally Posted by RPetry

Scott,

Would that order also include Armstrong-Clark's Super Cedar Blend color? Not sure if it is a regular stock pigment mix.

It is not on my list to buy. I will check into it though.

[RPetry]

Scott,

No need to special order it. I can get it from Ca. Only need a 5'er for a cedar job next month. Thanks.

[Scott Paul]

Super Cedar Blend is not currently added to their list. I was told that it may be added under the semi-solid colors in the future. I will be getting a sample with my order and will post some pictures.

[MMI Enterprises]

Originally Posted by gt2003

Just FYI, Jake is out of this world!!! I just received an email from him at 1:16pm on July 4th stating he'll send me samples of whatever he needs.

P.S. - I promptly told him to go home and enjoy the 4th. Hope he listens, he deserves it.

Looks like I should have samples as well as cleaning/brightening supplies and stain of choice next week. Take care all, Greg

And he has a good sense of humor too!!..

He sends me this today:






Cell phones - New Law(2008)



According to new law that goes into effect July 1, 2008 you will no longer be able to use a cell phone while driving unless you have a 'hands free' adapter.




I went to Circuit City and they wanted $50 for a headset with a microphone for my cell phone. Having a friend in the cell phone business, I talked with him and was able to come up with an alternative, working through Office Depot.


These kits are compatible with any mobile phone and one size fits all. I paid him $0.08 each because he bought in quantity.




Then we tried it with Motorola, Sprint, Verizon and Nokia units and they worked perfectly.


A photo is attached so scroll down & take a look and let me know if you want one.

Also, forward this to anyone you know, who has a cell phone, and who may want one!

[YVPW]

Scott, the Super Cedar Blend that Rick posted and that they sent me samples of is in between transparent and semi-transparent.

[bigchaz]

How is it mixed?

[gt2003]

I got my samples of the A/C stains today. I received 4 oz. each of the semi-transparent stains Sierra Redwood and Rustic Brown. Here are a couple of pics of each. The wood is pressure treated pine. I'm leaning towards the sierra redwood but like the rustic brown more than I thought I would. Both were applied by brush. The left two are the sierra redwood, the right two are the rustic brown.

[bigchaz]

Greg you must really like this site alot haha

Order the stain tonight and I wanna see the finished deck by Sunday!

[gt2003]

Yes, this site is great. Otherwise I'd have been at Lowes buying BS off the shelf and wondering why my deck didn't turn out right. Now, hopefully things will be easier and go smoother.

What the heck, I don't start my new job until August 4th, so hopefully the cleaning/brightening and staining will be done in a week or so. I'll start a new thread then 'cuz I'm sure I'll have plenty more questions. Thanks, Greg

[Greg R]

Originally Posted by Bryan C

Greg -

How did you get it? Would like to try it also...

Hey Bryan -

Call Steve James at the Stain Shop - 810-735-8600 - www.thestainshop.com

He just left my shop this morning from dropping off 90 gallons to me in a last minute need. Great guy to do business with. I'm still more less in the trials side of things but the product has been pretty impressive and I think you'll like it.