If you want to enjoy your log cabin for as long as possible, it’s vital to spend time protecting and maintaining it. Part of the charm of log cabins is their rustic feel. That wonderful and unmistakable look and smell of natural wood. However, anything constructed out of wood, will, if not properly maintained, eventually […]
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Building a shed or garden furniture out of pallets
Posted on in For the Garden, How To Guides, Wood CareOften overlooked, pallets are a readily available, cheap (you can sometimes get them for free) and easy-to-use building material, that can be put together to form a variety of structures. It’s not an exaggeration to say that, with a bit of imagination, you can make some pretty impressive things out of a few pallets. Plus, […]
Over time, the wood on your boat interior may need stripping. It may have lost its shine and turned dull due to unsatisfactory finishes; there may be loose varnish or water may have seeped into it causing damage. Whatever the reasoning, it may be time to strip the surface of the wood and start afresh. […]
Boat maintenance is highly important as it can help prevent too many repairs and all too frequent replacements. From time to time, as with anything, even in the household and other industries, parts require lubrication. This is to keep them working efficiently and smoothly. By maintaining parts, you can significantly help to extend their life. […]
Boat owners usually remember make time to maintain their boats in top condition but sometimes forget about their boat trailers. Boat trailers are required to get a boat into the water and are a key part of life as a boat owner. As boat trailers are used in the marine environment, they are exposed to […]
The gelcoat on a boat is an outermost layer on the hull of a vessel. Through epoxy, a polyester resin, a catalyst and other chemicals, it provides water-resistant properties. Gelcoat combined with fibreglass produces a strong and smooth surface, preventing the hull of the boat weakening. Over time the gelcoat on your boat may start […]
Protecting wood and wooden surfaces, for example, deck rails, in the marine environment is of vital importance. The environment can present all sorts of effects that can not only significantly reduce the aesthetic aspect of the wood but also cause deterioration of it too. Primarily due to the salt from the water and the exposure […]
Badly damaged wooden front door rescued with Owatrol
Posted on in Before & After, Case Studies, Decorating, Wood CareWhen a customer came to us with pictures of a wonderfully grand, old painted but badly damaged wooden front door that they were renovating, we knew we had the perfect products for the job. First, the badly damaged wooden front door needed stripping Before putting any new finishings on the door, we advised the customer […]
How to clean untreated wood cladding and restore its colour
Posted on in For the Garden, How To Guides, Wood CareIf left untreated, wood cladding will eventually become ‘weathered’ and turn grey due to sun exposure. It will also become dirty, which can prevent your new finish from properly adhering to the wood. Before attempting to apply your new finish, it’s essential to clean the untreated wood to remove all of the dirt and grime […]
If you want to protect your wooden raised beds from the weather, there are some simple and effective steps you can take. Once constructed, the best solution is to treat them with the right paint or oil finish. It will make sure your beds remain in tip top condition over time and don’t warp or […]