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I don't use strippers very often so I can't...

I don't use strippers very often so I can't really recommend one over another. I usually either buy what's on hand or ask the paint rep for advice. I've never heard of chemical strippers harming the...
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I doubt a deck stripper will be very effective on...

I doubt a deck stripper will be very effective on spar poly. One of the more caustic paint strippers should work well.
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Thompson's is a good product but it does not last...

Thompson's is a good product but it does not last long :( Spar varnish/poly not only gets destroyed by the weather but is a bear to get ready to recoat. Most deck stains just need a good cleaning...
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There are all types of deck stains. Clear ones...

There are all types of deck stains. Clear ones don't normally hold up long [like Thompson's WaterSeal] Flood's CWF does better [and I like the look] There are also toner or translucent stains along...
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Even though spar poly is rated for exterior use -...

Even though spar poly is rated for exterior use - it's probably the worst coating you can apply to a deck! Between the sun and rain it will have a short life. That poly makes it difficult for deck...
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What exactly did you apply to your deck? Varnish,...

What exactly did you apply to your deck? Varnish, even spar varnish isn't suitable for decks!
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Water on top of fresh oil base coatings doesn't...

Water on top of fresh oil base coatings doesn't harm it much, mostly it slows down the drying/curing time and can make the sheen uneven [shouldn't be an issue with stain]
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I doubt the pits will be very noticeable later...

I doubt the pits will be very noticeable later on, especially when your focus goes to the next project.
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After the stain cures you might be able to scrub...

After the stain cures you might be able to scrub them off with soap and water.
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I'd either lightly sand them off or use a coarse...

I'd either lightly sand them off or use a coarse rag to 'buff' them off.
Sometimes things just happen :(
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There shouldn't be any issues with uneven...

There shouldn't be any issues with uneven coverage using a roller although often it looks nicer if you tip off the rolled paint with a brush. That eliminates any roller stipple.

I'd brush all of...
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I never use a pad on a deck. If using one on a...

I never use a pad on a deck. If using one on a hardwood floor it's easiest to just pour a little poly onto the floor, smear it out and repeat.

Back when I was an apprentice a 6" brush was used for...
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How far any coating goes depends a lot on how...

How far any coating goes depends a lot on how dry/porous and rough/smooth the wood is. Might only be 200-300 sq ft per gallon.

I've never liked painting out of a tray, I almost always use a 5...
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It's best to use a stain. It doesn't have to be a...

It's best to use a stain. It doesn't have to be a dark stain. I'd recommend using a toner/translucent stain. You can pick a color that is close to the wood's color and it won't hardly be noticeable....
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