Raised garden beds offer gardeners a multitude of benefits, from the reduction of back pain because you’re not having to bend as far to tend to your veggies, to an extending growing season because the soil should warm earlier in the year. They’re also a great way to combat poor soil, as they allow you […]

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With such a wide variety of wood care products; from strippers to cleaners and finishings to paints, we’re confident Owatrol will have the perfect product for your next project.
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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 […]
Building a shed or garden furniture out of pallets
Last Revised 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. […]
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 […]
Rescuing a poolside deck from failed high street decking oils
Last Revised in Before & After, Case Studies, For the Garden, Wood CareWe’re always pleased to hear about how our products have helped customers with their renovation projects. However, we were particularly delighted when one of our Partners Roger, of R and A Pressure Washing Services, sent us these photographs of a poolside deck renovation he recently completed. The customer had previously treated their poolside deck with […]
How to clean and protect reeded decking
Last Revised in Before & After, Case Studies, For the Garden, Wood CareWithout the proper maintenance and protection, decking can begin to look tired and dirty. Many people use their decking nearly every day in the summer and because our decking is usually placed within view of our homes, many of our customers come to us for help to find a product that will smarten up their […]
Badly damaged wooden front door rescued with Owatrol
Last Revised 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 […]
Makeover for a cedar clad garden office and gym
Last Revised in Before & After, Case Studies, For the Garden, Wood CareIt never ceases to amaze us what a difference a new finish makes to wood cladding. We have recently had a customer who was in desperate need of a makeover for cedar clad garden office & gym. Roger at R and A Pressure Washing has given us another great case study to show you and we […]
How to clean untreated wood cladding and restore its colour
Last Revised 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 […]