Exterior Wood Paint
Breathe new life into your outdoor wood with our trade-quality exterior wood paint and stains.
Whether you’re refreshing weathered garden furniture, updating your shed, or protecting exposed 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 Osmo, Dulux Trade and Johnstone’s Trade.
Explore our range of external paint for wood today. Enjoy free standard UK mainland delivery on orders over £50 or free Click & Collect from your nearest Paint Shed.
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Outdoor wood is constantly exposed to rain, UV rays, frost and fluctuating temperatures. So, choosing the right outdoor paint is essential to improve the appearance and longevity of these exposed wooden surfaces.
Why choose an exterior wood protection paint?
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Mould & mildew protection: Many options are formulated with anti-fungal agents
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Breathable coatings: Prevent moisture build-up 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 your 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
Transform worn-out wooden surfaces with our diverse range of trade-quality primers, stains and paint for exterior wood.
Specialist Wood Primers & Undercoats
Priming and undercoating are essential for a long-lasting, professional results. This is especially true when you’re dealing with bare timber, tannin bleed or switching from a dark to a light colour. A good primer improves adhesion, seals the surface and helps prevent stains or discolouration showing through the topcoat.
Some of our most popular wood primers and undercoats include:Â
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Benjamin Moore Insl‑X Stix Primer: A high-adhesion, water-based bonding primer that sticks well to exterior wood and many other surfaces, creating a reliable base for almost any topcoat.
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Benjamin Moore Multi-Purpose Primer: A versatile acrylic primer that’s suitable for both interior and exterior wood. Dries quickly and helps cover light stains, making it a great all-round choice before painting.
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Farrow & Ball Wood Primer & Undercoat: A premium water-based primer and undercoat in one. Designed specifically for wood, it seals bare or previously painted timber and ensures your chosen topcoat colour goes on evenly.
Exterior Paint for Wood
Add a smooth pop of colour to your external doors, trims and cladding with an opaque outdoor wood paint.
We stock various colour-match-compatible exterior wood paints in diverse finishes:
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Gloss: Ideal for doors, trim and exterior joinery where durability and easy cleaning matter most. Options like Johnstone’s Trade Professional Gloss offer a high-sheen finish that enhances colour depth while standing up well to weather exposure.
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Satin: A versatile mid-sheen option that balances durability and subtle sheen. Choose options like Johnstone’s Trade Acrylic Satin for a water-based, quick-drying exterior satin finish.
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Eggshell: Providing a soft, understated sheen with excellent durability, eggshell finishes like Paint & Paper Library Architects Eggshell is a great choice for exterior woodwork, delivering a refined look without the high reflectivity of gloss.
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Matt: Perfect for achieving contemporary or natural-looking finishes, matt finishes like Zinsser AllCoat Exterior Matt deliver long-lasting protection on exterior wood while providing a non-reflective, colour-rich surface.
Exterior Woodstains & Varnishes
Prefer to let the natural wood grain or colour shine through? Our range of stains and translucent finishes enhances wood’s natural beauty while resisting weathering, making it ideal for garden furniture, decking and fences.Â
Popular options range from clear oils like Osmo UV Protection Oil to translucent exterior varnishes like Dulux Trade Yacht Varnish. If you’d like to change the colour of your substrate, options like Sadolin Quick Dry UV Protection Woodstain are available in a range of natural shades.
Tip: Please note that oil-based products can deepen colour tones and may yellow slightly over time.
Multi-Surface Options
Working on both masonry and wood? Products like Bedec Multi Surface Paint and Rust-Oleum Combicolour Multi Surface Paint offer flexible adhesion on various properly prepared surfaces. These products are ideal for DIY or trade projects where multiple surfaces require a refresh.
Not sure which product to use for your project? Contact our friendly team for product-specific advice.
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 weather protection against the elements
Choose a 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 wood stripping solution to remove the old paint.
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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Jotun 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 the timber
Painting outdoor wood is a similar process to painting interior wood:
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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.
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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.
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Prime your wood: This is very important, as it helps maximise paint adhesion and lifespan.
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Use the appropriate tools: Use high-quality rollers, paint brushes or sprayers if required.
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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 is formulated for use on outdoor wood. Tannin-prone woods should be primed with a suitable stain-blocking primer before applying gloss or satin finishes.
Still have some 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.
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 and various other woodcare products online. 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 expert-approved products from trusted trade 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 team
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.
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.
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