Mylands Traditional Wood Finishes

Mylands Traditional Wood Finishes

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Mylands Traditional Wood Finishes FAQs

How do I prepare wood for staining?

Ensure the wood is clean, smooth and free of paint, oil, or previous stains. Consider using a wood sealer, which will provide an even surface ready for finishing with stain.

What's the difference between light-fast, nitrostain, earth and water-based stain?

Here's a quick summary:
Lightfast = a stain that resists fading in sunlight.
Nitrostain = solvent-based fast drying rich colour.
Earth stains = made with natural pigments that give gorgeous and subtle tones.
Water-based = easy to clean, low VOC stains are great for indoor application.

Can I use a wood stain on its own?

Stains are a great way to add colour to wood, but they need the help of a protective layer to provide durability (usually a wax, oil, or varnish).

Mylands uses unrivalled colour expertise to create premium shellac, oils, and stains that deliver luxurious depth and exceptional protection for your wood.

Mylands Traditional Wood Finishes Buying Guide

Colour with credentials

Mylands is the UK's most esteemed paint and wood finishes manufacturer. Beloved by interior designers, decorators, and scenic artists in the theatre and film industry, the company also holds a prestigious Royal Warrant.

The reason Mylands is so highly renowned is down to an in-depth understanding of colour, an unrivalled catalogue of heritage reference colours, and use of the latest techniques. Unique recipes, premium ingredients and an enduring dedication to quality to create a range of exceptional wood finishes, including:

Shellac and polish finishes: A high quality solution that’s perfect for antiques and fine furniture, Mylands range of base coats, shellac, and polishes provide a transparent finish that allows the rich natural beauty of the wood to shine through, while providing unrivalled protection.

Wood oil: A wide range of oils, each with a bespoke design for specific applications allow you to achieve a durable, beautiful finish on any wood surface. Exterior timber oil will withstand outdoor conditions, food-safe oils are perfect for kitchen surfaces, while a series of other oils are designed to enhance interior furniture by highlighting the natural grain and character.

Wood stain: Adding colour to wood can feel daunting, but Mylands have taken away the guesswork, by formulating specific stains for different applications. Whether it’s hardwood, softwood, or a delicate restoration project, these durable and fade-resistant stains offer a long-lasting, vibrant finish.

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