Barrettine Premier Wood Preserver 5 Litres

Application:  On new wood allow a period of weathering for tannin-rich woods before applying the preserver.  Grey or deteriorated wood can either be treated with Barrettine Wood Reviver or sanded down to a clean surface.  Remove dust by wiping with White Spirit or Methylated Spirit.  Ideally the temperature should be between 10-30°C and do not apply in damp conditions or if rain is expected.  

Apply thinly and evenly by brush in the direction of the wood grain.  Make sure any areas of end grain are thoroughly treated as they can be major ingress point for moisture.  A minimum of 2 coats will be needed, depending on the wood type.  Allow 6-12 hours between coats.  Humid conditions and lower temperatures can increase the drying time.  Multiple coats will deepen the colour and increase the sheen on smoother woods.  Clean tools with White Spirit as soon as possible once the job is done.

Once water no longer beads on the surface a re-coat can be applied.

Q: What is the difference between Barrettine Premier Wood Preserver and Barrettine Wood Protective Treatment?

A: The Premier Wood Preserver is intended for use on wood that hasn't had a preservative treatment applied recently to protect the wood grain from wet rot, wood boring insects and UV damage. Barrettine Wood Protective Treatment is a top up protection with similar properties to the preserver but not as deeply absorbing.

Q: Do you need to preserve treated wood?

A: New heat treated, pressure treated or tantalised timber doesn't required the Premier Wood Preserver, but it is a good idea to apply the Wood Protective Treatment for extra protection.

Q: Does Barrettine Premier Wood Preserver seal the wood?

A: Yes, this preserver is one of the deepest absorbing products on the market due to it's solvent base.