Wood Stain
Keeping your wood looking great isn't an easy task, this is where wood stain helps to provide a great finished result. A wood stain differs from wood paint as instead of covering the wood grain, it penetrates the wood allowing it to preserve and protect whilst bringing out the woods natural beauty. Due to this, wood staining is the best way to keep your surfaces looking newer for longer, saving you money and time.
We offer a variety of premium wood stains from leading brands including Sadolin, Johnstone’s, Dulux Trade and Demidekk. Benefit from a durable, non-peeling, scuff-resistant and easily maintained finish.
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FAQs
Woodstain is a woodcare product you would use to add colour to your wood. It penetrates and “stains” your wood, while a varnish or paint would sit on top of the wood as a coating. If you are looking for a fully protective product as a no-fuss solution, we would recommend getting something like Dulux Trade Protective Woodsheen or Sadolin Superdec.
Woodstains are a brilliant way to add colour to a wooden surface without losing sight of the natural wood grain or texture. Woodstains offer high levels of protection, often protecting against UV rays and fungal growth which is why we stock woodstains in a wide variety of formulas and colours, with best-sellers like Demidekk Ultimate, a good choice for anyone who wants a unique colour from their stain along with long lasting protection.
The best wood stains according to our experts are Jotun Demidekk Ultimate and Sadolin Superdec, both of these products offer 10+ years protection and long-lasting colour!
Woodstain can be used on:
- Flooring
- Furniture
- Doors
- Bannisters
- Shelves
- Fencing
- Window Frames
Sometimes it’s also common to see woodstain used on kitchen tables and cabinets too.
Oil-based woodstains are preferred when you need a stain which can penetrate deeper into the wood for lasting protection, provide a tougher seal when dry, and lasting protection when exposed to the elements. For example, if you were staining outdoor garden furniture, oil-based would be better.
Water-based woodstains are usually easier to work with as they’re thinner by nature. They dry much quicker, meaning you can get a couple of coats on in one day, and they’re easier to clean. You’ll typically stick with water-based woodstains when you’re using other water-based products on the wood.
Remember too that you don’t want to cover your wood with too much stain. If it can’t penetrate fully, the stain will sit on top and end up giving you a sticky feeling anytime it is touched.
For best results, apply thin coats of your selected wood stain building up to the desired shade you are looking to achieve and remove excess with a microfibre cloth. For further advice, read our oil for wooden floors and doors article.
Wood stains come in wide-variety of shades, with the launch of Osmo Country Shades you can also tint a wood stain to any colour of your choice.
If you're looking for accessories to apply your wood stain, we offer a range of Osmo accessories specifically designed for wood products. These include the Osmo Flat Brush, Rollers and Application Fleece.
Using wood stain for the first time, or not sure what you need to be using when working with wood? Our advice section has many helpful articles highlighting how to use a stain and what to do when working outdoors.
If you’re looking for a specific product, or need help choosing the ideal stain for your wood, give the team a call today on 033 3320 2369, and we’ll see how we can help.