Exterior Wood Paint
Breathe new life into your exterior wood with our expert-approved trade wood paint and stain range.
Whether you’re refreshing weathered garden furniture, updating your shed, or protecting exterior woodwork like doors, cladding or window frames, The Paint Shed has the right paint for the job. We supply top-quality trade paint from leading brands like Jotun Visir,Osmo, Dulux Trade and Johnstone’s Trade.
Shop outdoor wood paint today and enjoy free standard delivery on all orders over £50 or free Click & Collect from your nearest store.
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Shop External Wood Paint at The Paint Shed
The Paint Shed is the UK’s most recommended independent paint retailer. We make it easy to buy trade exterior wood paint online, offering top trade brands, competitive pricing and free standard delivery on orders over £50. Whether you’re a decorator or trade professional, you’ll find the right outdoor paint in stock and ready to go.
Why choose The Paint Shed?
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Huge range of trade outdoor wood paint from expert-approved brands
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Free Standard Delivery on orders over £50
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Free Click & Collect from stores across the UK
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Custom colour mixing and paint matching available
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Helpful tips and advice from our friendly paint team
Need help? Contact The Paint Shed
If you have any questions or need help finding a product, call us on 033 3320 2369. We’ll be happy to talk with you and point you in the right direction.
Get the right paint to protect and refresh your exterior wood, whatever the weather. Shop online today and get 5% off your first order when you sign up to our newsletter.
Outdoor wood is constantly exposed to rain, UV rays, frost and fluctuating temperatures. So, choosing the right outdoor paint for wood is essential. Our trade paint options help safeguard and enhance your outdoor timber, whatever the conditions.
Why choose a high-quality outdoor wood paint?
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Mould & mildew protection: Many options are formulated with anti-fungal agents
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Breathable coatings: Prevent moisture buildup while protecting the wood beneath
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Flexibility: Expands and contracts with the wood to reduce cracking or peeling
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Fade resistance: Keeps exterior wood paint colours vibrant and true for longer
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Durability: Offers lasting protection with fewer recoats needed
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Specialist finishes: Available in satin, gloss and matt finishes for any style of woodwork
Whether you're planning to repaint a shed, refresh a garden bench, or stain your decking, we’ve got the right outdoor paint for the job.Â
Outdoor Wood Paints
For a smooth, modern finish on doors, trims, and cladding, choose an opaque exterior paint colour. Try Sadolin Beautiflex or Johnstone's Trade Stormshield Opaque for enduring results and a clean look.  If you’re painting small pieces of panelling, a full gloss could work as it has better defensive properties against rain.
Exterior Woodstains & Varnishes
Prefer to let the natural wood grain and colour shine through? Go for a clear stain or translucent exterior varnish like Sadolin Classic or Osmo UV Protection Oil, which are perfect for garden furniture or fencing. Please be advised that using oil-based products can cause yellowing over time.
Specialist Primers & Undercoats
Priming is essential for performance. Choose from oil or water-based wood paint primers like Zinsser AllCoat. This is especially great if you're dealing with tannin bleed or switching from dark to light colours.
Multi-Surface Options
Working on both masonry and wood? Products like Demidekk Cleantech offer flexible adhesion on properly prepared mixed surfaces.
Shop the full range of outdoor wood paints and stains at The Paint Shed. With us, you get access to top brands, great prices and long-lasting protection for every project.
FAQs
Choose paint when:
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You want a bold, opaque finish
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You're working on window frames, sheds, cladding, or doors
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You're looking for durable protection against the elements
Choose stain/varnish when:
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You like the current tone of the wood and want to preserve it
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You’re painting garden furniture, decking or fences
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You want breathable, flexible coatings
Tip: For better adhesion and a flawless finish, always clean and sand the surface before painting. Need to remove old paint? Use gentle sanding or a stripping solution to remove the old paint. Take care not to damage the wood.
Looking for reliable trade paint with professional results? These are our top recommendations for exterior surfaces:
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Sadolin Superdec: Flexible, breathable and great for colour retention
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Zinsser AllCoat Exterior: Self-priming with up to 15 years of protection
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Demidekk Cleantech: Ideal for wood and masonry, with up to 12 years of performance
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Osmo Country Shades: Oil-based wood paint that enhances grain while protecting
Painting outdoor wood is a similar process to painting interior wood:
- Clean and prepare your surface: Remove any dirt, mildew or loose paint. This can be achieved by using a pressure washer or a specialist wood cleaning solution.
- Select the right paint: Choose paint designed to withstand outdoor conditions and guard against UV rays, moisture and mildew. Opt for self-priming or water-based wood paint for easier application
- Prime your wood: This is very important as it helps to maximise the adhesion of the paint, maximising the lifespan.
- Use the appropriate tools: Use rollers, paint brushes or sprayers if required.
- Apply multiple coats: Ensure each coat is completely dry before applying the subsequent coat until you achieve your desired result. Generally speaking, it is recommended that you apply two coats of paint to exterior wooden surfaces.
Yes, as long as the paint has been formulated for use outdoors. You might have some leftover gloss you used inside, and this can be applied to furniture and walls, but many interior paints, like emulsions, will not be formulated to withstand the elements. Almost all external gloss and satin paints are made to help prevent any tannins in the wood from causing discolouration.