Surface Preparation
From using primers on shiny surfaces, to applying rust inhibiting oils before painting, to stabilising things such as chalky walls, our surface preparation range will ensure your projects achieve the most premium looking finish they deserve.
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VC175 Mould Killer
£22.60Stops mould growth - add to paint, mortar, grout or adhesives
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Transyl Oil
From £11.62Multi-purpose penetrating lubricant and releasing oil
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Soapclean
£27.70Natural cleaner for all wood types - especially oiled or varnished surfaces
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Dilunett
From £26.14Solvent free paint remover - strips up to 8 coats at one application
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Floetrol
From £16.26Water-based paint conditioner to eliminate brush and roller marks
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Seasonite
From £30.94New wood protection - stabilises and protects new wood
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E-B (Emulsa-Bond)
From £41.69Water-based mix-in bonding primer and first coat of paint in one
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Owatrol Oil
From £21.76Colourless, penetrating rust inhibitor & oil-based paint additive
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ESP Easy Surface Prep
£35.45Bonds paint and varnish to all shiny and smooth surfaces
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Primall
From £39.70Interior primer that blocks unknown stains and primes difficult surfaces.
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Pura-Trol
From £32.35Concentrated multi-purpose industrial-strength cleaner
Surface Preparation Quick Tip
Owatrol’s surface preparation range is designed to ensure the perfect foundation for any painting, staining or finishing project. From powerful strippers that remove old coatings with ease to deep-cleaning solutions that eliminate dirt, grease and mill glaze, Owatrol products prepare surfaces for optimal adhesion and long-lasting results.
Unlike standard prep products, Owatrol’s advanced formulas penetrate deeply to remove contaminants without damaging the surface, making them suitable for wood, metal, masonry and composite materials. Their innovative technology ensures a smoother, more even finish by creating the ideal surface for paints, stains, and protective coatings to bond effectively.
How to remove mill glaze
Mill glaze is a phenomenon that produces a shiny surface on new timber that occurs due to the milling process.
The cutters of the planer close the wood pores whilst the natural oils come to the surface of the timber through the machining heat. As the wood cools, these oils produce a glaze on the surface of the wood. This glaze will prevent the penetration of oil or water-based coatings and as such, should be removed…
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