Wood Finishes Direct Blog

Wow, December already – how did that happen?  The long, dreamy days of summer are sadly far behind us, as we prepare to wrap up and snuggle in front of a cosy, warm fire.  ‘Tis the season to get creative and welcome Christmas into our homes and nothing says “Merry Christmas” more than homemade gifts… Read More

With Christmas just around the corner and the season of festive gatherings about to begin, a quick home makeover could be in order. Don’t start panicking and think that the whole house needs redecorating. A lick of paint here and there can make a room feel like new, giving it that must-have statement look before… Read More

It’s hard to believe that only 3 years ago we were celebrating our 10th Anniversary, how time flies when you’re having fun. Aside from our annual BBQ’s and rounders day for staff and their families, Christmas parties and other events in the social calendar, we’ve been pretty busy. Working hard to ensure that our customers… Read More

With any new decorating project comes a lot of excitement, but also a few challenges along the way. Endless searches through the multitude of colour schemes and the many different types of paint can be mind blowing. The hardest part can be knowing where to start. Versatility is the key to success! Take time to… Read More

Some of the most frequently asked questions we get here at Wood Finishes Direct are about wood colour. From the shade of a fruit bowl to the colour of a mile long fence, sheds and other wooden fixtures including furniture, floors, doors and more. It’s simple right? You have your new or freshly sanded floor… Read More

After the huge success of our Osmo Polyx Oil 3 litres for the price of 2.5 promotion, we thought it would be rather good to run another Osmo deal. This time, it’s the turn of Osmo UV Protection Oil (420) Clear. With the snows of winter melting and the sun’s rays starting to warm the… Read More

Here at Wood Finishes Direct, one of the most common issues we get is when customers hire a painter and decorator to apply a wood oil, stain, varnish or wax. Whilst these professionals are undoubtedly skilled and equipped to apply paint to walls, doors and other interior and exterior surfaces, the same can’t always be… Read More

The Project In the left corner, 90+ year old sash windows, heavily coated with decades of paint. And in the right corner, PeelAway 1 Paint and Varnish Remover. The task at hand was the removal and restoration of some 90+ year old sash windows in need of some TLC. After trying conventional paint stripper with… Read More

Here at Wood Finishes Direct we seem to have a bit of a French theme running at the moment. It was just a couple of months that we introduced Blanchon to our portfolio of wood finishing suppliers and this month it’s the turn of Liberon. Looking after interior and exterior wood since 1912, Liberon was… Read More

Wooden floors can be the highlight of any home. The natural strength and beauty of wood has been used for centuries and to this day, remains the material of choice for flooring. If you’ve stripped back an old Victorian floor, had new solid wood or engineered flooring installed, or even used reclaimed boards, looking after… Read More

Here at Wood Finishes Direct, we always get a little excited when we add a new name to our existing portfolio of top brands. This time, we welcome Blanchon to the fold. Established in France in 1832 as a family run business, the company specialised in the research and development of high end wood care… Read More

This offer has now finished, however we will update this page as soon as we hear of any future deals or promotions. We Brits love a bargain, something for nothing, more for less, deal of the day, 20% Free. Forget Brexit and impending interest rate rises, today sees the return of the Osmo Polyx Oil… Read More

Our time at the Kent County Show We have never attended a trade show before, so we thought as our success begins to grow, we should spread our wings! We reserved our place at the Kent County Show back in February, which seemed so long away at the time. But time flew by and before… Read More

In recent years, wooden railway sleepers have become a popular addition to the modern garden. With a wide variety of possibilities for their use, including garden paths, retaining walls, and raised flower beds to name a few, it isn’t hard to see why their popularity has increased… Why Choose Wooden Railway Sleepers? Wood has been… Read More

The humble garden gate – It’s easy to think of them as just a necessary fixture of the garden, a continuation of the garden fence or wall and merely a point of entry and exit. In reality however, they enhance the aesthetic appeal of a property or garden by adding character, colour and style. The… Read More

Back in October 2015 we concluded part 2 of the Wood Finishes Direct Story. May 2017 marks another mile stone in the company’s journey, the 10 year anniversary of our website and selling direct to the public online. Wood Finishes Direct was first incorporated in 2005 and was celebrated in 2015 with a 10 year… Read More

With the days finally longer and the sun higher in the sky, we may find ourselves spending more and more time in the great outdoors. Our gardens become an extension of our homes, allowing us to reconnect with nature and relax or enjoy some time in the sunshine with our families. If you are lucky… Read More

Everyone likes a bargain, especially at this time of year when finances are being stretched because of the Christmas period. That’s why it’s great when a special deal comes up on one of our best selling products… Following the success of last year’s promo, Osmo have re-launched their highly successful 3 litre tin offer, where… Read More

Here at Wood Finishes Direct, we always get excited when a new product range is selected to adorn our shelves. And, we’re doubly proud to have been selected as the exclusive UK supplier of holzöl wood oils. So what makes holzöl wood oils & stains so special? In essence, it’s a combination of factors that… Read More

Here at Wood Finishes Direct we’re often asked which is the better out of two or more products. A common example of this is the question “decking oil or stain, which is best?” This is a tricky one because in general, decking stains and oils tend to be very different products, that work in different… Read More

Summer is behind us and the colder, darker months are fast approaching. Its time to put the garden furniture away, lock the patio doors and forget about garden maintenance for the next 6 months. Right? Not necessarily. Early autumn provides a great window of opportunity to squeeze a few more weeks of enjoyment out of… Read More

Now that summer is officially behind us and autumn is here, it’s time to think about getting your home ready for the shorter days and colder weather. If you’re looking to tackle some DIY projects in preparation for winter, Home Improvement Leads have come up with a short task list to help you get started…. Read More

Worktop Oil Video This Vlog is the second in a series in which Ben O’Reilly from Wood Finishes Direct compares Holzol Worktop Oil and Manns Premier Top Oil. If you have not seen the first one Click Here to watch it. Click Here to watch the video in youtube, and Click Here to Subscribe. Worktop… Read More

Worktop Oil Video One of the more common questions we get asked at Wood Finishes Direct is what Worktop Oil to use on Hardwood or Solid Wood Kitchen Worktops. As a result of this, we decided to test out a new product to the wood finishing industry the Holzol Worktop Oil and see how it… Read More

With literally thousands of books and websites offering large and small garden design guides, there’s certainly no shortage of great ideas to update and transform your outdoor living spaces. Although large scale renovation guides are great, sometimes all that’s needed are a few easy to follow principles to start you off down the garden path… Read More

Are you looking for a High Quality, Great Value Wood Preserver? Then The Total Wood Preservative from Ronseal is an ideal solution. A suitable Preservative for both rough and smooth timber. Coming in a clear version that is suitable to be used on interior and exterior projects and a coloured version that is suitable for… Read More

It’s around this time of year that gardens across the land burst into life. With blossoming fruit trees, flowers, lush green grass, and with a little luck and favourable weather conditions, a splash of colour from strawberries and other garden fruits. Unless you’re a big fan of flowers, and have a carefully planned growing cycle… Read More

The sun is out and temperatures are on the rise. This is the time when we venture out to the garden to survey the surroundings, and draw up the list of maintenance tasks. When talking about exterior wood finishes, there’s always an assumption that it’s about the decking, garden shed or fence. Although these are… Read More

Deciding what brush to use can make all the difference in the quality of finish on your projects. Luckily this helpful video will point you in the right direction. If you already know what Applicator You Require Click Here. Brushes Video Transcript Hi I’m Ben O’Reilly from Wood-Finishes-Direct and welcome to the product test and… Read More

Denibbing is a really important step in applying any finish, it helps either the adhesion or absorption of further coats and can make a real difference to your projects. Denibbing Video Transcript Hi, I’m Ben O’Reilly From Wood Finishes Direct and Welcome to the Product Test and How to Video Guide, in this video I… Read More