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empty paint cans

Many of us have made some kind of mistake when it comes to paint. You may have ordered too much, or perhaps dislike the colour now you have seen it on an entire wall. There is a lot of conflicting information out there and it can be difficult to know how to correctly dispose of […]

Man sanding a wall

As we always say, preparation is key! Behind every good paint job is good preparation. Today we are going to share our top 5 tips on how we recommend you prep your walls for painting. 1) Removing wallpaper If you are planning to remove wallpaper and instead paint your walls, there are a couple of […]

Rocks painted with a Christmas theme

How to paint rocks

Last Revised in For the Garden, How To Guides

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 […]

varnish being applied to hardwood flooring

If you want the finish on your wood to look its best, it’s vital to put in a bit of prep-work at the beginning of your project. The following guide will assist you with preparing wood for varnishing using Owatrol Vegafloor – our water-based wood varnish with a matt finish. Preparing new wood Previously treated […]

Painting a metal stair case

How to paint metal

Last Revised in How To Guides

Do you have a metal gate, fence or piece of garden furniture that you want to paint but are not sure how to go about doing so? Some people are put off of painting metal surfaces as they can be a little tricky to get a good finish. However, you need not to worry as […]

wood stripping

How To Strip Wood

Last Revised in For the Garden, How To Guides, Wood Care

We’ve been tackling the difficult process of stripping wood. Whether you’re stripping wood oils from your decking or paint from your garden furniture we can help you to find the most appropriate stripper and teach you how to use it. Here we are going to cover: The Owatrol Wood Stripper Range Why The Previous Coating […]

Man applying Linitop Classic with a brush to cladding

How To Apply A Wood Stain

Last Revised in How To Guides, Wood Care

Applying a standard wood stain is relatively simple but quite a specific process. You should always follow the manufacturer’s instructions as stated on the product’s packaging. Our guide gives recommendations which are suitable for Linitop products. You should always check if you are using products from another manufacturer. First things first though, as a wood […]

Linitop Vernis used on auditorium chairs

Varnish is a popular finish for a wide range of wood projects, as it not only looks great, but is also easy to maintain. Once you’ve put the final coat of varnish on your project, you’ll want to ensure that it’s looking as good as new, well into the future. In order to do this, […]