{"id":12846,"date":"2024-07-11T15:10:17","date_gmt":"2024-07-11T14:10:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/?p=12846"},"modified":"2025-07-22T15:42:48","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T14:42:48","slug":"eco-friendly-finishes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/eco-friendly-finishes\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Picks for Eco-Friendly Finishes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>With our climate becoming more and more of a focus with each passing day, many manufacturers are turning their attention to developing water-based products. With solvent-based finishes becoming less popular, we have compiled a list of some of our favourite eco-conscious products. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Earthborn Range<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/brand\/earthborn\" target=\"_blank\">\nEarthborn<\/a>&#8216;s collection of paints is hard to beat. Founded in 2002, the brand are dedicated to combining quality with eco-consciousness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/product\/earthborn-claypaint\" target=\"_blank\">\nClaypaint<\/a> has minimal VOC and is free from acrylics and oils. Vegan friendly and safe for children, their highly-breathable formula is perfect for interior walls and ceiling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We also love their \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/product\/earthborn-eco-chic\" target=\"_blank\">\nEco Chic<\/a> paint, a water-based paint for your furniture. As with the \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/product\/earthborn-claypaint\" target=\"_blank\">\nClaypaint<\/a>, this formula is free of acrylics, oils and odour, and vegan-friendly. Available in 72 shades, you&#8217;ll be spoilt for choice!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a range of paints, waxes and \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/product-type\/primer-and-undercoat\" target=\"_blank\">\nprimers<\/a>, \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/brand\/earthborn\" target=\"_blank\">\nEarthborn <\/a>will be your new go-to for eco-friendly interior renovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Earthborn-1-91-1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Earthborn-1-91-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12850\" style=\"width:726px;height:368px\" width=\"726\" height=\"368\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protek <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/brand\/protek\" target=\"_blank\">\nProtek <\/a>have established themselves as a trusted, quality brand that offer a range of wood paints and stains. Made in the UK, they pride themselves on their environmentally friendly products. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/product\/protek-timber-eco-shield\" target=\"_blank\">\nTimber Eco Shield<\/a> wood stain is a water-based microporous formula, leaving an environmentally-friendly waterproof coating. With low VOC and safe for use with animals, children and plants, this product is a consumer-favourite!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking of favourites, Protek have just won the &#8216;Best Exterior Paint&#8217; award in the \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.idealhome.co.uk\/garden\/ideal-home-garden-award-winners-2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nIdeal Home Garden Awards 2024<\/a> for their \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/product\/protek-royal-exterior-finish\" target=\"_blank\">\nRoyal Exterior Paint<\/a>. Offering up to 5 years protection in a wide-range of colours, this water-based formula can be used across multiple projects and surface types. The formula features an alkyd hybrid that incorporates a polyurethane dispersion based on linseed oil &#8211; a renewable resource.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure to take a look at their \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/brand\/protek\" target=\"_blank\">\nfull range<\/a>, all of which are water-based. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Protek-Stripey-Chair-REX-All-Blues-scaled.jpg\" target=\"_blank\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Protek-Stripey-Chair-REX-All-Blues-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12854\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Protek-Stripey-Chair-REX-All-Blues-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Protek-Stripey-Chair-REX-All-Blues-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Protek-Stripey-Chair-REX-All-Blues-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Protek-Stripey-Chair-REX-All-Blues-1536x1151.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Protek-Stripey-Chair-REX-All-Blues-2048x1535.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Protek-Stripey-Chair-REX-All-Blues-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Protek-Stripey-Chair-REX-All-Blues-265x198.jpg 265w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Protek-Stripey-Chair-REX-All-Blues-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Protek-Stripey-Chair-REX-All-Blues-1068x801.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Protek-Stripey-Chair-REX-All-Blues-560x420.jpg 560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Osmo Garden Colour <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Osmo are a household name for their quality wood finishing products. Hosting a wide-range of paints, stains and oils, they are loved across the globe as a brand you can rely on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Water-based and quick to dry, their \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/product\/osmo-garden-colour\" target=\"_blank\">\nGarden Colour Paint<\/a> is low in solvent and free from biocides and preservatives. Its breathable formula provides long lasting protection against weather damage, peeling and splitting. Available in 14 rich shades, this product is perfect for adding a splash of colour to your outdoor wood!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/osmo-garden-colour.png\" target=\"_blank\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/osmo-garden-colour-1024x741.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12856\" style=\"width:726px;height:526px\" width=\"726\" height=\"526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/osmo-garden-colour-1024x741.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/osmo-garden-colour-300x217.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/osmo-garden-colour-768x556.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/osmo-garden-colour-1536x1112.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/osmo-garden-colour-324x235.png 324w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/osmo-garden-colour-696x504.png 696w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/osmo-garden-colour-1068x773.png 1068w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/osmo-garden-colour-580x420.png 580w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/osmo-garden-colour.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 726px) 100vw, 726px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Liberon Superior Decking Stain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here at Wood Finishes Direct, we are big fans of Liberon. Their decking products are especially popular with us! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/product\/liberon-superior-decking-stain\" target=\"_blank\">\nSuperior Decking Stain <\/a>consists of a bio-sourced formula based on vegetable oils and modified bio-based resins. With advanced weather protection and anti-slip properties, this stain will leave a durable, polished finish. With a range of different wood-toned shades, this product is perfect if you&#8217;re wanting an eco-friendly decking solution! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/liberon-superior-decking-stain.png\" target=\"_blank\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/liberon-superior-decking-stain.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12860\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/liberon-superior-decking-stain.png 600w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/liberon-superior-decking-stain-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/liberon-superior-decking-stain-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/liberon-superior-decking-stain-420x420.png 420w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope you enjoyed reading and have found some inspiration for your next project!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To access our full range of products, visit our \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">\nwebsite<\/a>. For help and advice on your next project, contact us on 01303 213838. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more \u2018how-to\u2019 guides and inspiration, check out our&nbsp;\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\nblog<\/a>. For product demonstrations, visit our&nbsp;\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@WoodFinishesDirect\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">\nYoutube channel<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With our climate becoming more and more of a focus with each passing day, many manufacturers are turning their attention to developing water-based products. With solvent-based finishes becoming less popular, we have compiled a list of some of our favourite eco-conscious products. Earthborn Range Earthborn&#8216;s collection of paints is hard to beat. 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