Handy How to Guides that will show you step-by-step on how to use Owatrol products.
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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 […]
With the cold weather well and truly here, the harsh Winter months can cause many issues when it comes to your car. One of which is that your car door lock can become frozen. While there are various ways people can try to unfreeze a frozen car door lock, they can come with negative effects. […]
If you want the finish on your wood to look its best, it’s vital to put in a bit of legwork at the beginning of your project. You must make sure that the wood you’re intending to varnish is dry, clean and in sound condition. It must also be free of mill glaze. Depending on […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Before applying varnish to wood, it’s important to ensure that you prepare your wood surface properly. Not doing this could result in a varnish that doesn’t take properly and may end up creating more work for you in the long run. Next, you’ll need to choose your varnish. Water-based vs solvent-based varnish Solvent-based varnishes have […]
Garden decks create extra living space for you and your friends and family to enjoy. You could use the space for alfresco dining, entertaining, or just for relaxing and enjoying the sunshine! Where to begin when laying decking: There are 8 main steps in constructing a garden deck Planning your decking Materials, tools and safety […]
The weather is getting colder, the days are getting darker and soon there will be frosty and snowy roads. There are many things you can do to prepare your car for Winter, so here’s our list of what we recommend. Make sure your car is up to date with its servicing A serviced car […]
