Summer houses aren’t just a lovely garden feature — they’re your own little escape. Whether it’s a home office, reading nook, or a place to relax with a cuppa, it deserves to look great and stay protected all year round. That’s where the right summer house treatments come in.
Timber buildings are always at the mercy of the weather, so a good quality wood treatment is a must. Start with a wood preserver, such as Barrettine Log Cabin Treatment, to keep out moisture, mould, algae and wood-boring insects. It’s like giving your summer house a shield — and you can choose clear, like Protek Wood Stain And Protect - Clear Tough Coat, or coloured versions similar to Osmo UV Protection Oil Extra, depending on the look you want.
Once that base protection is sorted, you’ve got options. Want to keep the natural wood tones? Go for an exterior wood oil like Osmo Natural Oil Woodstain. It soaks into the timber to nourish and protect, giving it a rich, healthy finish without covering up the grain. If colour’s more your thing, garden paints are a brilliant way to add personality, such as Cuprinol Garden Shades or Farrow and Ball Exterior Eggshell. They’re designed to flex with the wood, so they won’t crack or peel — even after a frosty winter or a sizzling summer.
Top picks for summer house care:
• Clear or coloured wood preservers to stop rot and fungi
• Flexible garden paints in everything from soft pastels to bold brights
• UV-resistant wood oils for a natural, low-sheen finish
• Easy-to-apply treatments for DIY-friendly maintenance
Whether your summer house is fresh from the showroom or has been part of your garden for years, it deserves the right care. With the proper treatments, you can keep it looking fantastic and protect it against the elements for the long haul.
