How to Finish Wooden Skirting, Rails and Architraves

Wax Remover    
Perfect for removing existing wax finishes and especially useful on shaped skirting boards, picture rails and architraves that may otherwise need to be sanded or replaced.

Brand: SWS

Stainable Wood Fillers    
Ideal for filling holes, dents and splits in skirting boards, architraves and picture rails, this filler will readily take on the colour of applied waxes, stains or varnishes.

Brand: Bonda

Wood Filler Gel    
Just mix wood dust from the piece being filled to the wood filler gel then apply to the repair area. Simply sand and apply the final stain, wax or oil for a virtually invisible repair.

Brand: Manns

Filler Knife    
This handy tool is perfect for applying fillers to splits and holes in skirting boards, architraves, dado and picture rails.

Brand: Mako

Sandpaper Rolls    
Perfect for smoothing applied wood fillers, our aluminium oxide sandpaper is available in packs of 5 sheets or as a 50 meter roll in a range of grits.

Brand: Hermes

Wood Stain    
Perfect for use on all interior woods including skirting boards and other decorative trim, our water based wood stain is quick and easy to use and can be easily applied with a paint brush, sponge or spray system.

Brand: Manns

Wax Stain    
Wax stain is perfect for achieving an aged look on new wood. With a wax content, this versatile product is quick and easy to apply and can be buffed to a good sheen.

Brand: Ciranova

Wood Stain (Solvent Based)    
Solvent stain is a popular product that gives beautiful results and doesn't raise the grain. Drying in just 15 minutes, this product has a light fast formula and can be coated with almost any clear coating.

Brand: Manns

Foam Sponges    
Foam sponges provide an effective alternative to paint brushes when applying wood stains to skirting boards, architraves, picture and dado rails. Able to fit in and around most shaped surfaces, foam sponges can help to ensure an even distribution of wood stain in shaped and moulded areas.

Brand: Manns

Easy Wax    
Easy wax is a high quality brushable wax that is made with the finest ingredients including Beeswax, Candelilla and Carnuba waxes. Because of its soft brushable nature, it's perfect for applying to shaped and decorative architraves, picture rails and skirting boards.

Brand: Manns

Hard Wax Oil    
Made from the finest ingredients, this very strong and durable oil is perfect for skirting boards and other areas that may be subject to wear and tear. Drying to a gentle satin sheen, this non-yellowing formula can be quickly and easily applied with a paint brush.

Brand: Fiddes

Extra Tough Clear Varnish    
Available in a matt, satin or gloss, our extra tough clear varnish is ideal for doorways, skirting boards and other areas that require a high degree of protection. Drying in around 60 minutes, this product provides an effective clear seal over wood stains.

Brand: Manns

Cloth    
Stockinette cloth is a highly versatile product that can be used for the application, buffing and polishing of various products including wood stains and waxes. Available in a pack or in variety of roll sizes, this lint free cloth will not leave bits and pieces in the final finish.

Brand: Manns

Drill Buffing Brushes    
Ideal for buffing and polishing, these very handy drill buffing brushes can save a great deal of time and effort. Compatible with any battery or mains powered electric drill, these buffing brushes are available in 3 size and shape variants.

Brand: Manns

Cloth    
These highly versatile stockinette cloths can be invaluable when applying stains, oils and waxes. Specially useful on shaped and moulded skirting boards and architraves, these very handy disposable cloths can be used for application, maintenance and cleaning.

Brand: Manns

HVLP Apollo Spray Mate    
HVLP spray systems can provide an effective and affordable solution for large scale DIY and garden projects and maintenance. With no need for large heavy compressors, these spray systems are light and portable and can be used to spray skirting boards, architraves, dado and picture rails prior to fixing.

Brand: Apollo

Mako Bucket    
These handy buckets from Mako are more than just another bucket. Available in 2 sizes, they come with measuring markers and internal ridges to help with the removal of paint and other products from rollers and brushes. Being square in shape, these buckets are perfect for use with floor and ceiling rollers.

Brand: Mako

Mako Paint Pot    
Mako paint pots come with a variety of handy features that make a big difference when painting and decorating. With a side handle they can be comfortably held in one hand while painting with the other. Each pot comes with an air tight lid that can be used during breaks so no need to re-pour the paint or other liquid back into its original container. The lid also acts as a handy drip tray that clips onto the base of the paint pot when in use. The handle has a handy paint brush holder so that the brush can be left to drip back in to the pot during short breaks.

Brand: Mako

Wood Dye (Water Based)    
Perfect for adding to water based wood stains, our water based concentrated wood dyes can be used to produce almost any colour or shade. Perfect for skirting boards, architraves, furniture and flooring.

Brand: Manns

Wood Dye (solvent based)    
Ideal for use on architraves, skirting boards, picture and dado rails, our solvent based wood dyes can be mixed with compatible wood stains to produce almost any colour or shade variation.

Brand: Manns