Protecting External Timber for the Coming Summer Weather

With warmer times just around the corner, thoughts turn to sun hats, barbecues and trips to the beach. However, what shouldn’t be forgotten is the need to protect external timber cladding against the Sun’s UV rays. The good news is that at Quest Hardware, we have high quality Osmo UV protection oil products that provide an effective barrier against the sun’s rays.

When timber becomes exposed to UV rays, it affects the wood’s fibres, which then makes it much more prone to sloughing and cracking. When left without treatment for long enough, this can lead to cracking, cupping and warping, which threatens the very integrity of the timber. That’s why protection oil is a must for any tradesperson working with timber cladding properties.
 

So, What’s Great About Osmo UV Protection Oil?

Ok, so if your client project involves the need to protect external timber from discolouration, blackening or greying, we’d recommend using Osmo UV protection oil. Not only does it offer protection against the sun’s rays, but it’s known to slow down greying and timber degradation caused by the sun by up to 12 times and it’s also highly resistant to dirt and water.

It’s able to keep fungus, mould and algae under control too with its active ingredient formula whilst also being human, animal and plant-friendly, so you’ve got no worries that your great looking timber doesn’t come at the expense of your health or that of your client's pets and gardens.
 

A Microporous, Penetrating Finish

Another great quality of Osmo UV protection oil is that it’s microporous, meaning that it penetrates deep into the timber. It also means that it won’t peel, flake or crack and when adding a top-up coat, you’ll not be required to crack out the sandpaper and sand it down first. It’s this convenience and effectiveness that makes these products popular with tradespeople across the country.

That’s not all that Osmo offers either, as they have an extensive range of top-quality products for all kinds of property maintenance tasks. The German manufacturer knows more than a thing or two about protecting wood, so if you’re after a base coat, liquid wax cleaner or something to seal internal joinery, there’s a product to suit.

Meeting All of Your Hardware Needs

At Quest Hardware, we are family-owned and have more than 35 years of experience in supplying the very best in tools, equipment, joinery supplies and ironmongery to the trade. Osmo is just one example of the major manufacturers we work with to source the finest products for our customers. If you would like to know more about us or buy some Osmo UV protection oil for yourself, please visit us online at www.questhardware.co.uk.

Alternatively, should you have any questions you’d like to answer before making your purchase, our friendly advisors are always on hand to help. You can get in touch with us by calling us on 01280 428244 or by filling in our contact form. Upon receipt of your enquiry, we’ll get back to you without delay.

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