How good is Barrettine wood preserver?
This wood protective treatment by Barrettine is excellent value for money, providing a low cost, effective means to protect your outdoor wooden structures. Its biocidal film prevents surface mould and algae. Thanks to its deep penetration formula, the application is easy and effective.
What is the best wood preservative on the market?
The best wood preserver to buy
- Nourish & Protect WOCL005 Clear 5 L Wood Preserver.
- Osmo 4006 Wood Protector Clear Treatment 750ml.
- Cuprinol 5 Litre, 5 Year Ducksback Colours Forest Oak.
- Sikagard SKGDWPCL5 Wood Preserver – Prevents Wood Rot and Decay, Clear, 5 Litre.
- Briwax BW4801000000 500ml Shellac Sanding Sealer.
How long does Barrettine wood preserver last?
3-5 years
This Barrettine wood preserver product is designed for exterior use only. This product is available in a variety of colours including black, cedar red, dark brown and holly green. Ideally, 2-3 coats of this treatment should be applied to a given surface. It should protect your wooden surfaces for 3-5 years on average.
What is the difference between wood preserver and wood protector?
Wood preservers are essential to protecting exterior wood from the elements and insects, mould, algae, and fungi. A preserver is a chemical treatment that penetrates the wood surface to protect it from rot and decay by establishing an external layer of protection.
Is creosote a good wood preservative?
Coal tar creosote has been in use for over 150 years and has traditionally been used as a preservative for timber products as it deters wood-destroying insects and wood-rotting fungi better than any other wood preservative on the market.
What’s the difference between wood preserver and wood treatment?
Wood preservers are essential to protecting exterior wood from the elements and insects, mould, algae, and fungi. A preserver is a chemical treatment that penetrates the wood surface to protect it from rot and decay by establishing an external layer of protection. Wood will easily degrade if not sufficiently protected.
What can barrettine premier wood preserver be used for?
Barrettine Premier Wood Preserver is ideal for most exterior wood care projects, including sheds, fences, exterior windows and frames, doors, carports, shutters, garden gates and more. This product can be used as a standalone treatment or as a base-coat for a protective exterior wood oil or decking oil.
Where can I buy barrettine products in the UK?
Our helpful how-to videos guide you through, step by step. Barrettine Products are sold through a wide range of distributors, from national trade and retail giants to local independent retailers. All of our distributors are supported with regular promotions and quality point of sale displays.
How long does it take to apply barrettine to wood?
Shake or stir well prior to and during application to ensure a consistent colour. Apply Barrettine Wood Treatment evenly with a brush, in the direction of the wood grain. Apply 2-3 coats for optimum protection. Leave a minimum of 6 hours drying time between coats, longer with smoother wood or with less favourable drying conditions.
What kind of treatment is used on barrettine wood?
Absorbs into the wood with successive coats, building onto the surface, providing excellent water-repellency and beading. Solvent-based formulation for deeper penetration into the grain of the wood.