Whether used as a home office, gym, creative studio, or family retreat, the exterior of a garden building must stand up to years of weather exposure, while maintaining its beauty. That’s why Smart Garden Offices finish their painted garden buildings with Owatrol S.C.S (Solid Colour Stain).
This partnership combines Smart’s Garden Offices elegant designs, with Owatrol’s high-performance wood protection – ensuring every building is as durable as it is stylish.
Why Exterior Protection Matters
The UK climate is notoriously tough on timber buildings. Constant cycles of rain, wind, frost and sun cause wood to expand, contract and eventually split or peel if poorly protected. Standard exterior paints often sit on the surface, meaning they crack and flake over time. Repainting can be costly, time-consuming and frustrating for homeowners who simply want to enjoy their outdoor space.
Smart Garden Offices wanted a solution that aligned with their core promise: low-maintenance, long-lasting garden rooms that look stunning year after year. That’s where Owatrol S.C.S comes in.
What Makes Owatrol S.C.S Different?
Unlike conventional paints, Owatrol S.C.S bonds tightly to the wood fibres thanks to our fortifying additive Emulsa-Bond – a bonding primer and a first flat coat of paint in one.
This creates a flexible, microporous finish that moves with the wood instead of forming a brittle film on top. The result is a vibrant, opaque colour that won’t peel, flake or blister.
Key benefits include:
✅ Outstanding durability: 15-year guarantee on vertical surfaces and 5 years on horizontals
✅ Low maintenance: Just wash down with Owatrol Net-Trol cleaner as required – no sanding or stripping
✅ UV and moisture resistance: Protects against fading and damage caused by changing weather
✅ Quick and simple application: Two coats, applied just a few hours apart, give long-lasting protection
For Smart Garden Offices, this means they can confidently promise their customers a painted garden building that truly stays looking “as new.”
A Perfect Match: Design Meets Performance
Smart Garden Offices pride themselves on British craftsmanship and offer a variety of architectural styles to suit modern and traditional homes alike. For any of their ranges finished in paint -Belle, Evolve, Temple Folly and Suffolk Barn, Owatrol S.C.S is the protective coating of choice.
Belle
The Belle range is described as “elegance and intelligence combined.” Its clean lines and refined styling are complemented by bold colour choices. Finished in S.C.S, Belle studios don’t just look contemporary – they stay that way, resisting peeling and fading year after year.
Evolve
As the name suggests, the Evolve range adapts beautifully to different uses, from home gyms to creative studios. Painted exteriors treated with S.C.S retain their sleek finish, ensuring that even heavy use and exposure to the elements don’t compromise the building’s appeal.
Temple Folly
Temple Folly draws inspiration from classic British garden architecture, while offering the comfort and insulation of a modern workspace. S.C.S enhances this heritage-inspired range, protecting it with a timeless colour palette and a guarantee of durability.
Suffolk Barn
The Suffolk Barn range combines rustic charm with bold, contemporary design elements such as cantilevered roofs. One standout example is a Suffolk Barn finished in Sea Foam Green – a colour brought to life by Owatrol S.C.S. Not only does it look striking, but the finish is built to last in the ever-changing weather.
Benefits for Homeowners
Choosing a Smart Garden Office finished with S.C.S means:
✅ Peace of mind: Long guarantees mean less worry about costly repainting or repair
✅ Value retention: A garden room that looks good for longer protects the value of your property
✅ Less maintenance: Minimal upkeep allows more time to enjoy the space
✅ Customisation: With a wide range of colours available, homeowners can match their office to their garden or home aesthetic without sacrificing durability
For Smart Garden Office customers across the UK, it’s clear that their decision to use S.C.S directly benefits them – not just in looks, but in longevity.
Designed for the British Climate
Suffolk may be home to Smart Garden Offices’ workshop, but their buildings are installed all across the UK. From breezy coastal towns to sheltered city gardens, Owatrol S.C.S has been tested in all conditions and its performance in the British climate is a major reason they made it their go-to exterior finish.
So, whether your garden office faces salty sea air, heavy rainfall, or intense summer sun, S.C.S ensures the timber remains protected and attractive.
Testimonial from Jess at Smart Garden Offices
“Part of the longevity of our Smart Garden Offices is due to the paint we use to finish the exterior. Owatrol S.C.S is robust and stays looking attractive and fresh for many years.
We often advise our customers as a top tip that they won’t need to do anything to their Smart rooms until their 10th birthday! Plus each of our designs can have a completely unique feel due to the range of colours on offer.”
Why Smart Garden Offices and Owatrol S.C.S Are the Perfect Partnership
Both companies share the same values: quality, durability and customer satisfaction. Smart Garden Offices design and build innovative, stylish workspaces. Owatrol S.C.S protects them for the long term, with guarantees that back up its performance.
This partnership means that when customers choose a painted Smart Garden Office, whether a modern Belle studio or a rustic Suffolk Barn, they’re investing in a building that’s beautiful, robust, and low-maintenance for years to come.
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About Smart Garden Offices
Smart Garden Offices have a range of beautiful, affordable and practical home office buildings - made in their own factory and installed all across the UK. Smart Garden Offices seek to continue to build the most attractive, long lasting and robust garden offices that don't cost the earth
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