Timber Coatings

These wood finishes use solvents and thinners like alcohol, acetone and nitro-cellulose. Once the solvent evaporates, the coating goes solid and locks together on the surface of the wood.

These wood finishes use white spirits and naphtha as solvents. They create a chemical change when they cure a timber surface, making resins cluster together on the surface of the wood.

These wood finishes are water-based and are formed by miniature droplets of reactively cured resin suspended in a solvent and water. They dry in a combination of the aforementioned methods.

A high-quality wood coating or finish will, above all, protect your timber from various degrative factors. In New Zealand, this could be wear and tear, wild weather, or infestation from fungi or insects. Hence, great timber coatings will significantly extend the life of the timber features in a home or workplace in New Zealand. Some timber coatings can even make wood more resistant to fire, greatly improving the safety of a space.

Remember, timber floor coating products are specifically for floors and will perform best when used in that manner. However, more general timber coating products are available. Some woods, such as pine, tend to absorb stains unevenly, resulting in blotches on the surface. If you’re using a timber coating which will change the colour of the wood, apply a barrier coat of shellac, or a conditioner before applying your wood coating. If possible, do a sample testing before purchasing a particular timber coating. Where a painted appearance is required, check that the selected timber coat paint suits the timber species and intended use.