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Articles tagged #timber treatment:

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How to Treat Timber Decking Boards

Decking boards are installed above ground or over existing patios. We give care and attention to the top-side of timber, but the underside is just as exposed to the elements. A low deck close to the ground exposes it to moisture, while joist support posts are in constant contact with the ground below. If the entire deck is laid on…

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A treated wooden fence with Roxil Wood Protection Cream. Advice
Wood and Patio Maintenance with Roxil

These little black spots can be nearly impossible to properly remove once they have appeared because they actually take root in the pores of the patio flags.

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Mould and algae on wooden panel. Advice
Timber Treatment: How to Treat Indoor & Outdoor Wood

The best way to keep timber in good condition is to keep it in a dry and warm environment. Prior to further treatment, ensure that any timber structure, furniture or ornamental piece is in as dry and warm an environment as possible.

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A garden shed. Advice
How to Waterproof a Garden Shed

Traditional wood treatments cannot consistently tick all three boxes. Continued research and development at the Safeguard Laboratory in the field of wood protection yielded impressive results: a long-lasting silicon-based formula in water and silicone cream-based emulsions. To protect our shed, we’re going to show you the most optimum ways to apply both Roxil Wood Protection Cream and Roxil Wood Protection…

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A contractor cleans a shed. Advice
How to Clean a Garden Shed

Before you start, here are the things you’ll need: Stiff brushA biocidal cleaner like Roxil 100 Wood & Patio CleanerA Denibbing Pad or Fine Sandpaper (from 100-220 grit)

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English back garden with shed and arch covered in Clematis. Advice
How to Protect Your Potting Shed

If too much moisture seeps into wooden joints, they can warp out of place to cause serious structural defects. Warped panels can expose the shed’s interior. Shield empty pots from mould and algae growth by providing a dry and stable shelter for them. Don’t let your potting shed turn into that rickety old neglected thing at the bottom of grandad’s…

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Waterproofing Wood Treatments in the Garden

Oil stains do not fully waterproof wood. Waterproofing wood treatments like Roxil Wood Protection Cream provide protection against water ingress. Combined with Roxil Coloured Wood Stain Preserver, it protects against most types of wood damage. Let’s dig into where the moisture that ruins untreated wood comes from.

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A hand applies Decking Oil with a Brush Advice
How To Use Decking Oils: A Guide

Decking oils soak deeply into wood to replace natural oils lost in the weathering process. Keep in mind that wood oils are not 100% neutral in colour. Oils affect the tone of pale woods with fewer tannins the most. Consider your specific needs, climate and desired level of maintenance when choosing a wood oil for your outdoor decks, furniture, and…

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A hand applying a wax on a wooden table with a cloth. Advice
How to Use Wax Wood Polishes

When it comes to preserving and enhancing the beauty of indoor wooden surfaces, the right protective treatment can make a world of difference – from softness to gloss and melting point. Among the many options available, wax furniture polish is a versatile and highly effective choice for interior wood polish. Wooden surfaces are susceptible to various forms of damage, including…

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Varnish dripping onto a brush into the can. Advice
How to Use Wood Varnish

Exterior wood varnish is still an incredibly popular way of weatherproofing fences and furniture. Does it stand up as an effective way to protect your garden furniture or is there a better way?

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Case studies tagged #timber treatment:

Ashford Wooden Clubhouse after Roxil Application Case Study
Wooden Clubhouse, Kent – Roxil Wood Preserver & Roxil Wood Protection Cream

Ashford Beekeeping Club needed an easy-to-apply wood protection. Due to its location, the protection against woodworm, rot and moisture.

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A wooden clubhouse being weatherproofed with Roxil Wood Cream. Case Study
Horley Lawn Tennis Club, Surrey – Preserving a Wood Clubhouse for 10+ Years

The Horley Lawn Tennis Club in Surrey has been an important part of the Horley community since 1894, when it was first established. The club became a charity in 2013 in order to provide a place for local residents to engage in sporting activities in an enjoyable and affordable way. The club has more than 200 members and is run…

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A windmill viewed from outside. The lower part is black and the top is white. Case Study
Wray Windmill, Reigate – Grade II* Listed Windmill Restoration

The new owner wanted to restore the windmill as a domestic dwelling to a very high standard whilst conserving as many of the building’s original features as possible. To this end, Luke Bonwick, a heritage consultant specialising in windmills was employed. Because of the windmill’s Grade II* listing, it was also necessary to work closely with the local Conservation Officer…

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News tagged #timber treatment:

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Out Now: Roxil Wood Scrub Gel

Turn back time and return your well-loved furniture to its original tone, grain pattern and colour. Rejuvenate weathered softwood.

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An open tin of Roxil Beeswax Wood Polish. News
Out Now: Roxil Beeswax Wood Polish

Protect and enrich wooden furniture with Roxil Beeswax Wood Polish – the new essential part of your woodcare routine.

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Roxil Coloured Wood Preserver in Cobalt Blue. News
Out Now: Cobalt Blue Roxil Coloured Wood Preserver

Tap into the tranquillity of the sea and sky with the new Cobalt Blue Roxil Coloured Wood Preserver shade.

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Out Now: Roxil Coloured Wood Preserver

Roxil Coloured Wood Preserver absorbs deeply into timber for maximum defence and cures to a satin finish. Its water-based formulation is infused with powerful biocide and vivid pigment for lasting colour and protection. The specially selected palette of 6 colours is perfectly balanced between 3 earth tones and 3 vivid primary colours.

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1 litre tins of Roxil Wood Protection Cream, Stormdry Masonry Protection Cream and Drybase Liquid-Applied DPM News
Good Damp-Proofing Comes in Small 1 Litre Packages

Safeguard is known throughout the construction industry for providing the highest quality waterproofing and damp-proofing solutions. Our products have been used by national and local contractors for more than 35 years. We are often used on large industrial jobs because our customers know how well tested and effective our products are.

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A brush applies Roxil Wood Protection Cream to a wooden fence. News
Roxil Wood Cream Shortlisted as Finalist in Trada ‐ TTJ Timber Innovation Awards

Roxil Wood Protection Cream has recently be shortlisted as a finalist in the Innovative Product Development Category of the 22nd annual TTJ Timber Innovation Awards. The purpose of the award is to recognise innovative product developments that can have a large impact on the timber sector of the construction industry.

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Woodworm identification guide open and closed book. News
Learn About Woodworm Identification & Treatment with Our Guidebook

Starting off our new guide introduces what Woodworm are, their life cycle, the various types that exist and their habitat.

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The Roxil Wood Protection range. In the background, a treated wooden fence. News
Safeguard Launches New Roxil Landscaping Range

The new Roxil Landscaping Range from Safeguard Europe Ltd, the UKs leading damp-proofing and waterproofing manufacturer, is now available for purchase. The innovative new range of products is ideal for protecting outdoor wooden structures, patios and paved surfaces from the elements. The Roxil Landscaping range consists of four main products

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Safeguard Launches New Outdoor Wood Preservative Range

The new range of outdoor wood preservatives by Safeguard Europe allows for the easy protection of fencing, decking, sheds, summer houses and furniture. With correct application, the Safeguard outdoor wood protection range will significantly increase the effective lifetime of softwoods. The range, which has been specially optimised for softwoods, comprises two products: Roxil Wood Protection Liquid and SoluGuard Mould &…

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Applications tagged #timber treatment:

Examples of warped wood, wood with woodworm, algae on wood and rain water beading on wood. Application
Roxil Wood Preservative System

Use Roxil Coloured Wood Preserver to pre-treat absorbent hardwoods and softwoods. Eliminate the risk of woodworm, fungi, algae, lichen and mould with his powerful preservative. It penetrates deeply into timber to increase its lifetime. Roxil Coloured Wood Preserver is a primer and should be over-coated for ultimate wood protection. Biological growth takes many forms. The surrounding atmosphere is thick with…

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A wooden shed in a green garden with a blue sky. Application
Wet Rot

Wet rot poses the biggest threat to unprotected garden wood. For sheds, wooden patio decking and trellis panels, its presence can be a death sentence. The best wood protection strategy is always preventative. Find out what causes wet rot and the best wet wood treatments and wood rot treatments in this article.

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Roof timbers Application
Wood Preservation

With an array of options available, it can be tricky to balance protection and durability with the desired finish.

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Cuboidal cracking due to dry rot. Application
Dry Rot

It is important to identify whether timber decay has been caused by dry rot or another wood-destroying fungus such as one of the wet rots. This is because dry rot has the ability to travel through building materials other than timber, giving outbreaks the potential to spread quickly through a building. For this reason additional measures (e.g. masonry sterilisation) often…

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A little woodworm lies on tree. Application
How to Treat Woodworm

Woodworm sizes vary, but they usually grow to around 6 mm in length. They propel themselves forward through wood with their ridged bodies. When the adult beetle leaves the timber to mate, it makes bigger exit holes.The precise method of woodworm and wood-boring beetle treatment will depend on which species is attacking the timber. There are many species of woodworm…

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