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Choosing the perfect paint or woodstain colour for exterior woodwork including garden sheds, decking, garden furniture, window frames or exterior doors is not simply a matter of personal taste. It’s no coincidence that some colours work well in certain environments and not in others. There are several factors that need proper consideration before choosing a […]

It’s the most wonderful time of the year but once the festivities are over and the Christmas decorations have been put away, homes can feel a little bare and all those areas that need a little TLC or a lick of paint can become more noticeable. The new year is a great time to start […]

A family-run hotel in Chepstow has been given an exterior makeover thanks to Sadolin Beautiflex® and  Sandtex X-Treme X-Posure®. The Beaufort Hotel The Beaufort Hotel has been run by Michael Collins and his family for almost 30 years. Sandtex was previously used on the hotel’s facade 12 years ago, and as the owners were impressed by its […]

As winter approaches and exterior paint jobs are put on hold, there’s no need to hang up your paint brushes until Spring when there’s still plenty of work to be done inside. We’ve put together this handy guide on how to refresh interior woodwork and the key things to consider when selecting the perfect product. […]

We’re proud to have played our part in adding a colourful new fixture to Glastonbury’s The Park field this year, in the form of a large sitting rainbow sculpture. Our Sadolin Outdoor Varnish Satin paint was used alongside Crown Trade’s Matt Vinyl to complete the rainbow, which took just under three weeks to complete by […]

When you can’t see the wood for the trees our new retail displays have been designed to create a stress-free buying experience – making choosing the correct woodcare product a walk in the park. Following a major re-vamp of our point of sale displays, you’ll now be able to see recommended products at a glance, […]

Did you spot Sadolin in Channel 4’s new ‘Escape to the Chateau DIY’ series which aired this spring? The latest series featured Paul Golledge, who bought le Chateau de Montvason in Normandy with his partner Emma Newton three years ago and they’ve been lovingly restoring it since using Sadolin and other Crown Trade paints, all […]

The weather’s starting to get warmer, meaning now’s the perfect time to freshen up exterior woodwork. Thankfully, there’s a variety of Sadolin options available, whether you’re looking for a finish to showcase the natural woodgrain or a more colourful contemporary style for decking, fencing or garden furniture. Embracing natural tones Repainting or staining exterior wood […]

Have you picked up a copy of our Exterior Colour Book yet? It’s been created by our team of colour experts and is packed with tips and advice for finding the perfect shade for your next exterior woodwork or joinery project. Selecting exterior colours is about more than personal choice. The wider context of the […]

Wooden playsets are easily overlooked when maintaining a family garden.  However, wood left untreated will warp, twist and split, causing frames and swings to denature quickly.  Sadolin woodstains protect wooden structures and outdoor furniture from this aging process, ensuring beautiful, healthy wood is maintained. “If the surface is looking in a poor state of repair […]