{"id":6650,"date":"2018-03-16T13:47:08","date_gmt":"2018-03-16T13:47:08","guid":{"rendered":"\/blog\/?p=6650"},"modified":"2022-11-10T14:04:08","modified_gmt":"2022-11-10T14:04:08","slug":"which-wood-finish-applicator-is-best","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/which-wood-finish-applicator-is-best\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Wood Finish Applicator is Best?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Here at \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">\nWood Finishes Direct<\/a>, one of the most common issues we get is when customers hire a painter and decorator to apply a \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/product-type\/oils\" target=\"_blank\">\nwood oil<\/a>, \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/product-type\/stains\" target=\"_blank\">\nstain<\/a>, \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/product-type\/varnishes\" target=\"_blank\">\nvarnish<\/a> or \n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/product-type\/waxes\" target=\"_blank\">\nwax<\/a>. Whilst these professionals are undoubtedly skilled and equipped to apply paint to walls, doors and other interior and exterior surfaces, the same can&#8217;t always be said for wood finishing products.<\/p>\n<p>With the exception of varnishes, lacquers and paints, most wood finishes are designed to penetrate into the surface of the wood to nourish and feed the timber. The key to a professional finish is using the correct type of applicator and application method. To help you pick the right tools for the job, we&#8217;ve produced a handy infographic which explains which applicators are best for various finishing products and projects.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-6677\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Infog-1.jpg\" alt=\"wood-finishes-direct-applicator-infographic\" width=\"580\" height=\"3557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Infog-1.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Infog-1-49x300.jpg 49w, https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Infog-1-167x1024.jpg 167w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Recommended Natural Bristle Brushes<\/h2>\n<p>For areas big and small, these natural bristle brushes are perfect for use with a wide range of solvent-based and oil-based products.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Osmo Floor Brush\" href=\"\/product\/osmo-floor-brush-head\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nOsmo Floor Brush<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Manns 147 Natural Decking Brush 8 7\/10\" href=\"\/product\/manns-147-natural-decking-brush\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nManns 147 Natural Decking Brush 8 7\/10&#8243; (220mm)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Recommended Synthetic Bristle Brushes<\/h2>\n<p>Perfect for water-based and thicker products such as paints and varnishes.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<a title=\"ProDec Premier Synthetic Brush\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-finishes-direct.com\/product\/prodec-premier-synthetic-brush\" target=\"_blank\">\nProDec Premier Synthetic Brush<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Osmo Soft Tip Brush\" href=\"\/product\/osmo-soft-tip-brush\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nOsmo Soft Tip Brush<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Recommended Rollers<\/h2>\n<p>Ideal for applying a wide range of water, solvent and oil-based wood finishing products to larger areas including walls and floors.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Marshall Microfiber Roller\" href=\"\/product\/solvent-based-roller\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nMarshall Microfiber Roller<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Marshall Velour Roller\" href=\"\/product\/oil-based-roller\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nMarshall Velour Roller<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Bona Lacquer Roller 250mm\" href=\"\/product\/bona-lacquer-roller\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nBona Lacquer Roller 250mm<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Paint Pads<\/h2>\n<p>A modern alternative to paint brushes and rollers. Paint pads offer excellent control, coverage and are compatible with most wood finishing products.<\/p>\n<h2>Recommended T-Bar Floor Applicators<\/h2>\n<p>The applicator of choice for professional floor finishers. T-bar applicators are best suited to larger floor areas.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Padco Lightweight Floor Coater\" href=\"\/product\/padco-lightweight-floor-coater\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nPadco Lightweight Floor Coater<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Bona Swivel Head Applicator 46cm\" href=\"\/product\/bona-swivel-head-applicator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nBona Swivel Head Applicator 46cm<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Recommended Disposable Applicators<\/h2>\n<p>Ideal for arts, crafts and small domestic projects. These cheap, disposable applicators are designed for single use so no need to clean.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Woodleys Disposable Foam Brushes\" href=\"\/product\/woodleys-foam-brushes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nWoodleys Disposable Foam Brushes<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Woodleys Foam Sponges\" href=\"\/product\/woodleys-foam-sponges\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nWoodleys Foam Sponges<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Recommended Application Cloths<\/h2>\n<p>Wipe on, wipe off. These high quality cloths are colour and lint free meaning no fibres trapped in your oil finish. Ideal for applying a wide range of wood oils and wood stains.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Colron Craftsmens Cloths\" href=\"\/product\/colron-craftsmans-cloths\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nColron Craftsmens Cloths<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Woodleys Stockinette Cloth\" href=\"\/product\/woodleys-stockinette-cloth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nWoodleys Stockinette Cloth<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Woodleys Microfibre Cloth\" href=\"\/product\/woodleys-microfibre-cloths\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nWoodleys Microfibre Cloth<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Recommended Application Blades and Knifes<\/h2>\n<p>Predominantly used by professional floor finishers, application blades are used to apply oil stains and other oil-based products to large areas. Flexible filler knifes are a must for applying a wide range of wood fillers.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Osmo Double Blade Scraper 270mm\" href=\"\/product\/osmo-double-blade-scraper-270\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nOsmo Double Blade Scraper 270mm<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Bona Flat Bladed Trowel\" href=\"\/product\/bona-flat-bladed-trowel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nBona Flat Bladed Trowel<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Mako Plastic Filler Blade Set\" href=\"\/product\/mako-plastic-filler-blade-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nMako Plastic Filler Blade Set<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Mako Filler Knife\" href=\"\/product\/filler-knife\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nMako Filler Knife<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<a title=\"Peelaway Easy Grip Stripping Knife\" href=\"\/product\/barrettine-peelaway-easy-grip-stripping-knife\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\nPeelaway Easy Grip Stripping Knife<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>So there you have it. Whether applying a wood oil, wax or other type of finish, you can now be confident in picking the applicator that best suits your needs &#8211; Happy DIYing!<\/p>\n<h2>Need help choosing an applicator?<\/h2>\n<p>From decking to doors, picture frames to floors, we have an applicator that&#8217;s right for your choice of product and project. If you&#8217;re unsure about which applicator is right for you \n<a title=\"Contact Wood Finishes Direct\" href=\"\/contact-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\ncontact our team of in-house experts<\/a> who are on hand to help you pick the right brush, roller or other applicator.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>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. 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