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Lacq Parquet Varnish

Lacq Parquet Varnish is a strong urethane acrylate-based varnish for hardwood and parquet floors with an extremely high wear resistance.Also suitable for wooden furniture and stairs Easy to apply Very high wear resistance, even with intensive use Can be used on any type of wood, solid or veneer Available in Invisible (Matt) and Satin...

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Coo-Var MDF Primer

Coo-Var MDF Primer is a quick drying, water based primer for MDF surfaces. It can be used to prime MDF furniture, desks, doors and more. Extremely easy to apply. Product FeaturesFor interior use Matt finish Application: Brush Drying time: Touch Dry 30 mins or 2 hours hard dry Overcoat time: 6 hours Estimated coverage: 13m² per litre...

Price £12.11 (ex. VAT)
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Bonda Marine Wood Seal

Bonda Marine Wood Seal is a durable, single component polyurethane sealer which can be applied to all woods and concrete to leave a non-porous finish.Tough yet flexible, and has excellent adhesion to many woods Non-Yellowing High Gloss ClearProfessional use only - from the 24th August 2023, adequate training is required before...

Price £12.44 (ex. VAT)
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Coo-Var Acrylic Varnish

Coo-Var Acrylic Varnish is a water based clear gloss varnish. An ideal alternative to solvent based products. For interior use only. Product FeaturesQuick drying Safer alternative to solvent-based products Gloss & Eggshell finishes Available in sizes from 500ml up to 5LCoverage Calculator More Information Delivery Info

Price £11.16 (ex. VAT)
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Coo-Var Ebony Black

Coo-Var Ebony Black provides a classic black finish with low sheen which makes it ideal for ironwork, beams, downpipes, radiators etc. Suitable for both interior and exterior applications.Can be applied to wood, metal and masonry Decorative Multi-purpose Available in sizes from 500ml up to 2.5LCoverage Calculator More Information...

Price £15.19 (ex. VAT)
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Coo-Var Yacht & Seaplane Varnish

Coo-Var Yacht and Seaplane Varnish is a traditional marine quality UV resistant varnish. Coo-Var Yacht and Seaplane Varnish can be used over existing paintwork to increase gloss finish and weather resistance.Woodwork Doors Gates Facias Wooden garage doors For interior or exterior use Available in sizes from 250ml up to 5L (gloss),...

Price £6.95 (ex. VAT)
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Teamac Stable Paint

Teamac Stable Paint , is a fast drying, water based sealer or finish coat for plaster, bricks and wood in stables and other outbuildings.Low odour Can be overcoated or left as a finish Provides a 'bound', low reflective matt finish Click to jump down to Technical DataCoverage Calculator More Information Delivery Info

Price £54.30 (ex. VAT)
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Coo-Var Clear Glaze for Wooden Floors

Coo-Var Clear Glaze for Wooden Floors can be used on wooden and concrete floors to provide a quick drying and protective clear coat. A water based product for both domestic and commercial use. Product FeaturesQuick drying Protective, clear coat Domestic/Commercial use Low odour Ideal for use where fast drying and no solvent smell is...

Price £15.18 (ex. VAT)
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Coo-Var Acrylic Primer Sealer Undercoat

Coo-Var Acrylic Primer Sealer Undercoat is a water-based, low odour primer ideal for plaster preparation or any wood surface which requires priming inside or out. Fast drying and easily applied.Exterior/Interior use Matt finish Available in sizes from 500ml up to 5L Apply with roller, brush or sprayCoverage Calculator More...

Price £11.09 (ex. VAT)
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Teamac Penetrating Wood Primer White

Teamac Penetrating Wood Primer, is a general purpose, modified alkyd based wood primer for wood, especially useful for priming soft wood. It can be applied to suitably prepared timbers and boards. Overcoatable in 16 hours, it is compatible with Teamac Marine Gloss.Traditional Wood Primer For All Type of Wood. Provides Flat Finish For...

Price £12.04 (ex. VAT)
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Coo-Var Eggshell

Coo-Var Eggshell is an interior and exterior oil-based finish for primed wood, metal and masonry that dries to a white eggshell finish.Decorative Eggshell/Satin finish Suitable for wood, metal or masonry Great for Tudor brickwork and beams Available in sizes from 1L up to 5LCoverage Calculator More Information Delivery Info

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Coo-Var Penetrating Wood Primer

Coo-Var Penetrating Wood Primer is an oil based high quality primer. Ideal for any wood surface which requires priming inside or outside.For interior and exterior use Single pack Suitable surfaces: Wood and soft woods Finish: Semi Matt Application: Roller, brush or spray Drying time: Touch dry 3 hours or 8 hours hard dry Overcoat...

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Wood and timber finishes can be used to embellish the characteristics of the material, or protect its surface from spoiling under one of many conditions. Following sufficient preparation, most timber and wood surfaces, from panelling, flooring, beams and furnishings, to doors, window frames, sills and decking are ready for one of several treatments, coatings or paints:

  • Wood oil
  • Wood varnish
  • Wood and timber paint
  • Fire retardant paint
  • Wood stain
  • Wax
  • Lacquer
  • Shellac
  • Wood preservative
  • Wood dye
  • And many more

A number of these finishes are available to buy today at Rawlins Paints, and we have published articles on our blog on how to get the best wood finishes, or looked at product recommendations for a specific project.

The products stocked here are not for domestic, DIY or upcycling projects, and instead for renovation, restoration or new-build projects on a grand scale. From heritage sites and state homes, to churches, chapels and art galleries, products available at Rawlins Paints are better suited for high-end, feature focused work in locations such as:

  • Hotel foyers
  • Sports centres’ court surfaces
  • Agricultural structures
  • Exposed beams and timber frames in listed buildings
  • Public houses, bars, restaurants, cafes and nightclub counters, panelling and exposed stairs that require durable and decorative products to protect them from light to medium footfall, abrasion and where applicable, heat, water and exposure to sunlight and UV rays
  • Outhouses
  • Wine cellars
  • Office and public space corridors and wooden floors
  • Plus, many more scenarios within the workplace, retail sector and public buildings

There are three primary types of wood finishes:

  • Evaporative
    • Wax is one example, where through its application process it is dissolved in turpentine to form a soft paste. As the distillation process continues, a wax residue is left over on the surface
  • Reactive
    • These types of finishes include the use of solvents and white spirits as a base, which then change chemically as the product cures. Examples are varnishes, linseed or Tung oil
  • Coalescing
    • Water-based finishes tend to fall into the coalescing category. Several wood finishes available at Rawlins Paints are water-based, some with solvent-based counterparts, too

Key criteria for clear wood finishes, where the underlying substrate’s grain is frequently required to be embellished, are:

  • Cost efficiency and subsequent maintenance – cleaning regimes or further refinishing also routinely required
  • Final appearance
    • Colour
    • Darkening of the wood
    • Gloss, matt or satin finish
  • Level of protection offered
  • Durability
  • Safety, VOCs, application requirements
  • Water-resistance

Water resistance is frequently a key requirement – to protect against spills, splashes and light-cleaning products.

Please refer to product datasheets for further information on:

  • Product thinning
    • Some manufacturers encourage a product to be thinned for improved coverage rates
  • Drying times
  • Recoatable
  • Maintenance requirements
  • Storage of products after use
  • Cleaning of application equipment
  • VOCs and full chemical make-up of a product
  • Whether a product can or must not be stirred

There are so many products and finishes available, that to cover all application and finishing methods per product type would be nearly impossible. So, please visit our blog or contact us for application and ‘best finish’ tips per product.

Bear in mind that water-based and solvent-based products may dry / cure to leave a different result – solvent coatings may be slightly darker, but ultimately are more durable. Wood stains will also soak into the wood or timber and therefore cannot be sanded down, whereas varnishes can be applied as a durable topcoat that can be sanded down or planed to remove it.

Please contact our Technical Support Team if you are unsure which product will deliver the correct finish you require, or test a product on a small off-cut or hidden surface area first, to see to result you will get upon full application.

Finishes for Interior Woodwork

We stock a vast range of surface preparation and finishes for internal use, whether it’s the inside of garden sheds, log cabins, window frames, doors, wooden window trim, wooden floors, kitchen worktops, bar surfaces or furniture.

Depending on your project, you may want to use wood oils which sink deep into the grain of the wood. Often easier to apply than varnishes, wood oils are great for repairs and maintenance on wooden floors and surfaces. Or you may want to choose a heavy-duty varnish if your surface is going to need to be very heard wearing.

Polyurethane clear floor coatings are oil based varnishes that give a good finish to wooden floors, while also being very durable. Coo-Var Polyurethane Clear Floor Coating is particularly good for high traffic areas like restaurant floors, as it gives a hard glaze and a surface that’s easy to clean. Durable and low-maintenance, it’s a good option for floors that need to be hardwearing.

Decorative Wood Finishes

If you’re looking for specific wood paint colours, we have creative options such as Blackfriar Metallic Paint. For interior and exterior wooden surfaces, metallic paint gives an enriched and gilded finish to your woodwork, making your project stand out from the crowd. Particularly good for public areas such as restaurants, pubs, dining areas and anywhere that needs a bit of decorative flair.

Ardenbrite also offer similar wood paints, with a beautiful metallic finish. Choose from Ardenbrite Metallic Paint (Water Based) or Ardenbrite Metallic Paint (Solvent Based) depending on the needs of your specific project.

For a satin-finish wood paint, Mathys Fassilux Aqua XPE Satin can be used on interior and exterior timber and gives a lovely scratch resistant finish.

If you’re not looking to recolour your woodwork, then you could choose a Danish Oil product. Coo-Var Danish Oil gives a very durable, water resistant seal to wood, and can be used on exterior woodwork and interior woodwork. Danish oil brings out the natural beauty of the wood and enhances its appearance, without drastically changing the colour of the finish.

A blend of oils specifically for hardwood, Coo-Var Teak Oil works well on wooden furniture or if you’re looking for a shinier finish, Coo-Var Polyurethane Varnish is a hard wearing, clear varnish that can also be used on interior or exterior timber. With a choice of eggshell, matt and gloss finishes, it’s particularly good for kitchen worktops, furniture and interior doors.

Exterior Woodwork Finishes

Outdoor wooden furniture, fences, sheds and various other timber also needs decorating and protecting. As it’s obviously subject to potentially harsh weather conditions, the protection from Blackfriar's Gold Star wood preservative is different than for indoor woodwork. We stock external varnish, external wood stain and external floor paint for various uses, including waterproofing external walls and floors.

Please note that Jotun Butinox products have now been discontinued by the manufacturer.

Click here for the full range of exterior wood finishes, including products from Ardenbrite, Blackfriar, Coo-Var, Jotun, Mathys, Rust-Oleum, Solignum, Teamac, Wethertex and Zinsser.

Decking Oil and Protection

Timber decking finishes, whether it’s garden decking or boat decking need to be carefully considered based on the requirements of the surface area, usage and environment. If you need more waterproof protection, or want something for specific wood, such as teak decking for boats, then contact our Technical Team for advice.

It’s important to prepare decking properly before applying any kind of timber decking finishes. Non-slip decking properties, fire retardant decking or sprayable decking stain… whatever you’re looking for we can help you out.

Solignum Timber Decking Oil is an oil that can be applied with a brush and provides protection at the same time as enhancing the appearance of the wood. For teak and hardwoods, Teamac Teak Oil gives a good water resistance coating thanks to its blend of natural oils and silicone. You can use this inside and outside to ensure your hardwood is beautiful and protected.