Wood Paints: the ultimate guide to choosing the perfect finish

Painting wood is not only a matter of aesthetics, but also of protection and durability. Choosing the right paint for your project is essential to ensure a quality finish and a long life for the treated wood.

What is an impregnating agent?

The wood impregnators are formulated with oils or resins that penetrate deep into the wood fibres. This process helps to strengthen and protect the wood from the inside, maintaining its natural beauty and duration over time. Impregnating agents are particularly suitable for exotic woods or poroussuch as pine or oak, which require greater protection from the elements.

Ideal for restoring wooden objects to their natural state, it is a exterior wood paint among the most widely used precisely because, in addition to colouring and making objects aesthetically pleasing, it also makes surfaces waterproof and preserves them from atmospheric agents. Generally, after the application of the impregnating varnish, a finishing product can be applied to improve protection and appearance. With the use of water-based impregnating agents, however, the subsequent application of a finishing product is not necessary.

Water-based paint

Given that within a paint with a water- or solvent-based formulation, the 90% of the product is the liquid part, i.e. the vehicle, the water-based varnish for wood is far preferable to a solvent-based paint because it is environmentally friendly, as it has water as a diluting element and almost completely reduces solvent emissions, which often cause allergies and skin irritations.

Also called water-soluble, the water-based varnish for wood is odourless, extremely easy to use and guarantees exceptional aesthetic performance. Suitable for interiors, thus also for furnishings or wooden floors, this type of varnish is also suitable for treating windows, doors and any other outdoor elements.

Brush or roller?

When it comes to applying paint or wood stain, the choice between a brush and a roller can influence the final result of your project. Both tools have their advantages and limitations, and it is important to consider which one is best suited to your needs. Here is an overview of the differences between using a paintbrush and a roller:

Roller:

• Speed: The rollers allow faster and more uniform application on smooth and large surfaces, reducing the overall working time.
• Uniform coverage: The rollers are ideal for covering large areas evenly without leaving brush marks.
• Ergonomics: The roller handle may be more comfortable for some people, reducing fatigue during prolonged work.
• Economy: Rollers can be cheaper than brushes and can be reused several times with proper maintenance.