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My original process was power wash with a mixture of tide,tsp,bleach and hot water. Spray on with a Hudson sprayer. Let sit for 10-15 minutes. Then pressure wash. Apply one coat Sikkens stain then two top coats of Sikkens Cetol 23 in light oak color. After 5 years power wash after spraying said mixture. Apply one coat Cetol 23. My cedar has darkened over the years but after the entire process is done it looks pretty good.