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September 9, 2024

Choosing the Right Paint for Your Garden Building: Royal Exterior Wood Finish vs. Wood Stain & Protect.

When selecting the best paint for your garden building, it's important to consider both the protection it offers and the aesthetic appeal it brings. Two popular options are Royal Exterior Wood Finish and Wood Stain & Protect, both from Protek. These products provide a durable finish for various outdoor wooden surfaces, but they have distinct characteristics that may make one more suitable for your needs than the other. Let's take a closer look at each.

Royal Exterior Wood Finish: Long-Lasting Protection and Versatility

Royal Exterior Wood Finish is a high-quality, water-based acrylic and alkyd hybrid finish designed for those who want a durable, long-lasting coating for their garden buildings. This paint has a thicker, almost paint-like consistency that creates a weather-proof, water-resistant coating with a soft lustre. It is suitable for use on hardwoods and softwoods, and thanks to its micro-porous nature, it allows the wood to breathe while protecting it from the elements. This product is versatile enough to be used on a variety of surfaces, including exterior walls, masonry, metal, and even UPVC windows.
Key Features:

Finish: Semi-translucent with a silk to gloss finish, allowing the natural wood grain to show through.
Durability: Provides protection for 2-5 years, making it an excellent choice for those looking for long-term coverage.
Application: Can be applied using a brush, roller, or low-pressure spray gun, making it convenient for various types of projects.
Coverage: Offers 6-10 m² per litre per coat, with 2-3 coats recommended for optimal protection.
Safety: Low in odour and VOCs, making it safe for use around animals, children, and plants.

Ideal For:
Royal Exterior Wood Finish is perfect for a wide range of outdoor wood projects, including insulated garden rooms, windows, doors, summerhouses, log cabins, sheds, workshops, and outdoor furniture. Its versatility extends beyond wood, making it a great all-around product for various garden elements.

Wood Stain & Protect: Quick Application with Versatile Use

Wood Stain & Protect is a versatile, multi-purpose wood stain designed for quick and easy application across the garden. It creates a micro-porous coating that not only protects the wood but also contains a mould inhibitor, making it ideal for surfaces exposed to the elements. This stain is particularly user-friendly, working well with garden sprayers to cover large areas efficiently.
Key Features:

Finish: Opaque with a soft sheen, providing a uniform colour that rejuvenates and protects.
Durability: Offers protection for 2-3 years, which is ideal for projects where more frequent reapplication is acceptable.
Application: Can be applied with a brush, roller, or HVLP pump-up sprayer, allowing for flexibility depending on the project size and scope.
Coverage: Provides 6-12 m² per litre per coat, with 2-3 coats recommended for enhanced protection and colour depth.
Safety: Very low in odour and VOCs, suitable for use around pets, plants, and children.

Ideal For:
Wood Stain & Protect is especially suitable for garden sheds, greenhouses, fences, Wendy houses, trellises, pergolas, and pots and planters. Its ability to adhere to various surfaces, including masonry and terracotta, makes it a great option for those looking to coordinate all elements of their garden space with a cohesive finish.

Which Paint is Right for You?

Choosing between Royal Exterior Wood Finish and Wood Stain & Protect depends largely on the specific needs of your garden project:

For Longevity and Versatility: If you're looking for a product that provides long-lasting protection and can be used on a variety of materials beyond wood, the Royal Exterior Wood Finish is the better choice. Its semi-translucent finish enhances the natural beauty of wood while offering robust weather resistance. We would recommend Royal Exterior as an investment for buildings of higher value.
For Quick and Easy Application: If you have a variety of garden structures and want a quick, effective way to cover them, Wood Stain & Protect is ideal. Its ease of use with sprayers and good coverage makes it perfect for larger, simpler jobs that require efficient application.

Both products are excellent choices for protecting and beautifying your garden building, but understanding their differences will help you select the one that best meets your needs. Whether you choose the long-lasting, versatile Royal Exterior Wood Finish or the quick-application Wood Stain & Protect, you can rest assured your garden buildings will look great and withstand the elements for years to come.

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