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Woodstains |
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Smooth planed wood – eg doors, window frames, cladding,
garden furniture, gates etc |
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Water-based woodstains are known as "quick dry",
and are available in gloss and satin finishes. They stain
and waterproof, resist cracking and peeling, and protect from
the sun. Apply using brushes, re-coat in approx. 4hrs; clean
up brushes in soapy water. There are some interior & exterior
woodstains which stain and varnish in one. 1 coat coverage
products are also available.
NOTE: Ordinary solvent
based woodstains exist which require longer before re-coat
and brushes need to be cleaned in white spirit.
TIP:
For best results stain in the direction of the grain! Shake
woodstain before opening it disperses the pigment and the
deposit on the inside of the lid will be a good indicator
of the finish colour.
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Exterior Varnishes |
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Doors, window
frames and garden furniture |
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These seal and
protect surfaces; can also be used to coat paint, stains and
other coloured wood finishes. Come in clear gloss and satin;
are commonly solvent based. Are very durable, offer good UV
protection, resist blistering and cracking.
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Timbercare |
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Rough sawn wood
– gates, sheds and fences |
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For quick-drying
decorative protection. Contains wax, giving water repellant
properties. 1 coat products are available.
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Garden Colour Stains |
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Rough/planed
garden wood – furniture, sheds, fences, planters, trellis
etc |
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Water-based –
so quick-drying, with low odour – but are also tough
and durable, with colours resisting fading. Dry to a matt
finish. Normally brush-applied – though roller and spray
application products are available
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Decking Stains |
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Timber decking,
slats |
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Available in
water based and solvent based formulas. Give a hardwearing,
scuff-resistant matt finish – and offer waterproof protection.
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Wood Preservers |
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For all exterior
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Prevent wood
rot and decay by penetrating deep into wood. Also with water-repellant
properties; come in a range of colours
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Wood Oils |
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For exterior
hardwoods – eg decks |
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Wood oils both
weatherproof and nourish the wood, replacing natural oils
lost through weathering.
NOTE: rags used to apply
wood oils are flammable! Make sure oily rags are placed in
a metal water filled container and sealed before disposal.
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Wood Sealers |
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For exterior
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These give protection
against moisture penetration, thereby helping prevent wood
from splitting, cracking and peeling.
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NOTE:
Always read the manufacturers guideline for each product as
there may be variations to the general information given in
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