Over time, exterior plastic exposed to the elements, harsh UV rays and pollution, inevitably lose their vibrancy. Whether it is your car’s trim, garden furniture, composite front door, or downpipes and guttering, UV degradation causes plastics to turn dull, flat and chalky looking. Replacing these items can be expensive and painting them is time-consuming and […]
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Is your rattan garden furniture looking a little bit worse for wear? Or perhaps you’ve just purchased some and are not sure how to keep it looking its best? Then take a look at our handy guide to learn how to keep your rattan furniture looking newer for longer. Types of rattan Before we dive […]
Spring is a great time to get your exterior wood cleaned up ready for those warm evenings spent in the garden. You might just have a bit of residual dirt on your wood, or you may have some mould or algae built up over the wet Winter months. This is normal and regardless of how […]
It’s that time of year again when we want to start preparing our garden ready to be enjoyed for the coming Summer months. One of the most common ways in which people do so is by spending their hard earned cash on expensive new furniture. However, that’s not always necessary as this customer proves! Boyd […]
We thought we would showcase a few of our favourite top decking transformations with Owatrol, to better help you decide on which product is the best option for you! Deck transformation using an Owatrol wood oil finish We have a wide variety of oil based wood finishes available. Our most popular ones are Deks Olje […]
What are the ideal weather conditions for painting outdoors?
Last Revised in Decorating, For the Garden, Wood CareOne of the most important things to factor in when decorating outside is the weather. The last thing you want to do is spend the whole day painting only to find that come the next day its been ruined by the elements. But what exactly are the ideal weather conditions for painting? We explain what […]
How to Protect Garden Furniture & Outdoor Wood Over Winter
Last Revised in For the Garden, How To Guides, Wood CareAutumn is the ideal time to prepare your garden for the wet winter months. Rain, frost and severe temperature drops can cause severe damage – from rot and rust, to warping and split timber. Whether you are looking after established wooden or metal furniture, or protecting brand-new wood projects installed over the summer, taking a […]
Deciding on a new deck is something that you may be struggling with. There are so many different types and prices that it can be confusing. One of the biggest questions people have is whether to use timber or composite wood decking. So, today we are going to be answering some of the most popular […]
Painting rocks has become very popular – especially in recent years. It’s an activity that easy to do and fun for all ages. Although you can paint rocks for personal use, it has also become a community game. You may have noticed some brightly coloured rocks around when on a walk in your local parks […]
Painting wooden furniture is an easy and fun way to completely transform it. You may be looking to brighten it, make it more fitting with the environment or even up-cycle something that on first glance may seem worthy of being thrown away! Some people may be put off painting their wooden furniture through fear of […]










