When looking for a ‘waterproof paint’, you can find yourself in a bit of a minefield. Most paints claim to have some level of waterproofing properties and yes, most paints are waterproof in some way (excluding the sort from nursery you stick on the family fridge). However, there is one critical question that could cause your local vendor to shift ...

Polyurethane varnish for wood can be used on doors, window frames, floors and other joinery structures. Providing a tough finish, they are great for protecting wood against abrasive scuffs, knocks and scratches. So, if you are looking for more a durable and protective wood finish than wood oils offer, for bare woods or previously stained/varnished surfaces, Rawlins Paints have a ...

About Boiled Linseed Oil Found in most woodworker’s workshops, as well as in trade shops up and down the UK, boiled linseed oil is a popular product at Rawlins Paints. Also known as BLO (an acronym of Boiled Linseed Oil), this wood treatment is an oil treatment primarily for interior use, which leaves a lovely and smooth finish on a ...

Even though the UK seems to be getting one of those nice British summers, we are getting a few sunny days in between the cloudiness and rain. If you haven’t already tackled your garden earlier in the year and you are looking for some inspirations to spruce up that garden, please read on for our tips on garden paints. Apart ...

Hardwood flooring is a popular flooring choice, used in residential and commercial buildings alike. It can make a modern room feel more rustic or add charm to traditional decor. Without proper maintenance, your beautiful interior wooden floors won’t be as impactful. Follow the steps to find out how to revive your hardwood flooring. Step one: Tools To bring the shine ...

Summers coming around, so it’s natural those with decking will want to improve it. Even without the approach of summer, stains and unsightly marks will create a deck-mare. It doesn’t have to be such a scary task. In three or four simple steps you can remove stains and make your nightmarish decking more appealing. Step one: Clean The best way ...

Good decoration can restore almost any room to its former glory. Doors and skirting boards may seem like minor elements, but when they are badly decorated – you’ll notice. They can instantly make a room feel drab and unkempt. Give them some attention and you’ll be surprised at the difference you can make! Clean up Before you even think about ...

Are your wooden floorboards getting you down? We don’t often realise how much old flooring can reduce the overall appeal of a room. If you don’t take care of your wooden surfaces, they’ll quickly deteriorate and start to look less impressive. Wooden floorboards can add either a modern or a rustic feel – depending on how you choose to finish ...