Timber outdoors needs a helping hand, and a quality wood preserver is the most cost-effective protection you can give it. The treatments in this collection defend sheds, fences, gates and garden furniture against rot, mould and general weathering.
Choose a clear wood preserver where you want to protect the timber while keeping its natural colour and grain on show, or opt for a tinted timber treatment to refresh tired wood at the same time as protecting it.
Preparation makes the difference: apply to clean, dry timber, work the product into end grain and joints where moisture lingers, and re-treat at the intervals the manufacturer recommends to keep protection topped up.
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A quality wood preserver defends outdoor timber against rot, mould and general weathering. The treatments in this collection are made to protect sheds, fences, gates and garden furniture, helping timber stand up to damp and the elements. It is the most cost-effective protection you can give exterior wood, working into the grain rather than sitting only on the surface.
Choose a clear wood preserver where you want to protect the timber while keeping its natural colour and grain on show. Opt for a tinted timber treatment where you want to refresh tired wood at the same time as protecting it. Both defend against rot and weathering; the difference is simply whether you change the wood's appearance.
Preparation makes the difference. Apply to clean, dry timber and work the product into end grain and joints where moisture lingers, as these are the areas most prone to rot. Following the manufacturer's method for the specific product gives the best protection. Coverage varies by timber type, its condition and the number of coats applied.
Re-treat at the intervals the manufacturer recommends to keep protection topped up, as this varies by product and exposure. A south-facing fence takes far more weather than a sheltered wall, so it may need attention sooner. Checking the timber each year and refreshing before it looks tired keeps the wood defended without long gaps in cover.
Yes. The preservers here suit sheds, fences, gates and garden furniture, and are well suited to items like a wooden planter or wooden storage box that live outside year-round. Apply to clean, dry timber and let it dry fully before use. For anything holding plants, follow the product guidance on suitability near soil and growing media.
