PAINTING & FINISHING

While matching the colour of Victorian Ash with other woods through staining may seem a bit challenging due to their distinct natural shades and patterns, there's good news. Victorian Ash comes with its own advantage – a light and pale hue often referred to as 'blonde timber'. This cost-effective and popular wood choice provides a neutral starting point for staining, making it easier than working with darker timbers. In fact, Victorian Ash's neutral undertone offers a fantastic foundation for a...

Important information for the protection and longevity of your outdoor timbers. To ensure full protection from harsh Australian elements, painting of all external products including LOSP treated products should be carried out in accordance with these instructions. Please also refer to the (https://www.tasmankb.com.au/images/pdfs/Osmose_GENERIC_Guarantee_5_12_2012.pdf)Osmose LOSP product guarantee (https://www.tasmankb.com.au/images/pdfs/Osmose_GENERIC_Guarantee_5_12_2012.pdf). (https://www.ta...

Sealing and maintaining exterior timbers is exceptionally important where exposed to the hash Australian elements of sun, wind and rain. The links below provide some suitable options for clear finish sealing of exterior timbers. Feast Watson Exterior (http://www.feastwatson.com.au/consumer/products/exterior/) Intergrain (https://www.intergrain.com.au/products/) Osmo (https://www.osmoaustralia.com.au/timber-finishes/)

The finish you apply will depend really on where the handles are to be used. If it is a high usage area such as a kitchen or bathroom a good sealant to protect from grease and moisture is recommended. The Feast Watson (http://www.feastwatson.com.au/consumer/products/interior/) or Cabot's (http://cabots.com.au/product-listing/) have some very good information. Natural finishes are also available. Intergain timber oil (https://www.dulux.com.au/specifier/products/55297438), Osmo range of eco-frien...