Ronseal Total Wood Preservative

Ronseal Total Wood Preservative has been formulated to provide long lasting protection against woodworm attack, wood rot, decay and blue stain fungus.

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Please note: The clear version of this product comes in a blue tin and is suitable for interior joinery. The clear wax free formula protects roofing timbers, floor joists and more from dry rot, woodworm and can be over-painted with water-based products if required.

Tin design change: The packaging for this product is changing but the product inside remains the same. The top 3rd of the new tin is silver and is printed with the words "Made for the trade" on the lower left of the tin.

New Bare Timber

• Ensure all wooden surfaces to be treated are clean, dry and free from dirt, debris and other surface contaminates

Previously Coated Timber

• Any surface coatings such as paint, varnish or stain must be fully removed by sanding back to bare wood or by using a suitable varnish, stain or paint stripper, prior to applying a wood preservative

Old Timber

1. Wood that has become decayed should be removed and replaced
2. Cut out and burn all decayed wood at least 45cm beyond the area of damage
3. Brush down the wood with a stiff broom or brush to remove any ingrained surface dirt
4. Traces of mould, algae or fungi must be removed with a stiff brush or scraper
5. Areas that have been affected by mould, algae or fungi should be treated with a suitable exterior wood cleaner
6. Fill in any gaps or imperfections in the wood with Ronseal High Performance Wood Filler or Ronseal Multi Purpose Wood Filler
7. To eradicate existing woodworm infestations, use Ronseal Woodworm Killer then treat with Total Wood Preservative when dry for additional protection

Always do a test area before starting any project to assess product suitability and final finish. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on the tin at all times.

Shake or stir well prior to and during application, more so when using the coloured version to ensure a consistent colour and finish.

Total Wood Preservative can be brush, dip or spray applied. If spraying, use a coarse spray and avoid misting. Avoid contact with bitumen, bitumen felt, mastics and plastics.

1. Apply Ronseal Total Wood Preserver to wood using a Ronseal Fence Life Brush or other application method
2. Where possible, end grain should be dipped or given extra coats to ensure the best possible protection
3. We recommend applying at least 2 coats, 3 for the best protection
4. Allow 24 hours drying time between coats

Clear Wood Preserver

The clear exterior wood preserver in this range does not contain wax so therefore only provides limited waterproofing protection, however it can be top coated with oil, water or solvent-based products.

Coloured Wood Preserver

The coloured versions of Ronseal Total Wood Preserver contain a small amount of wax that provides some water repellency and weather protection. Due to the wax content in the coloured variations, it cannot be over-coated with paints, varnishes and other coating systems. For added protection and weatherproofing, a solvent-based exterior wood oil can be applied after several months of weathering.

Please note: Ronseal recommend that the coloured version of this product that contains wax is not overcoated with an exterior wood oil.

Maintenance

If being used as a stand alone wood treatment, Ronseal Total Wood Preserver can be easily maintained by applying a fresh coat on a yearly or 2-yearly basis as required.

Please Note: If this product is being over-coated with a top-coat it will retain its preserving properties for around 5 years. This is only if the top-coat is maintained and stays intact.