When most people think of essential decorating tools, they will think, “paintbrush, paint roller, paint tray and masking tape”. While this is a good start, there are many other essential items you should have in your kit. Whether you’re a D.I.Y-er or professional, take a look and see what tools we recommend to make your […]
We are excited to announce that Owatrol International are now partners with the International ThermoWood Association! ThermoWood® is a registered trademark owned by International ThermoWood Association. The ThermoWood® trademark is a sign that wood products have been manufactured via a specific process developed in Finland. What does this mean for Owatrol? Being partnered with Thermowood means […]
Are you thinking of getting and restoring a classic car? Perhaps it has always been a dream and you are now ready to take the plunge! Restoring a car is a fun and exciting project, however, there are many ways in which your project can go downhill. Today we are going to share with you […]
Painting wooden furniture is an easy and fun way to completely transform it. You may be looking to brighten it, make it more fitting with the environment or even up-cycle something that on first glance may seem worthy of being thrown away! Some people may be put off painting their wooden furniture through fear of […]
In the event of something bad happening to your boat, you will want to be sure you are safely covered. Boat insurance isn’t a legal requirement for every boat in the UK. However, there are a few circumstances when you do need to have it. Such as if you are keeping a boat in a […]
From time to time, everyone’s cars will run into a problem. There are a lot of common issues that are easy to fix, especially if you get on with them sooner rather than later. Take a look at our list of top 10 common issues that are simple to fix. Worn brake pads Slow punctures […]
SoftWash Scotland is an exterior building and surface cleaning company. Â They have years of industry knowledge and have high-quality levels of service. They recently used Owatrol products to restore a balau deck that had become dark and grey. The previous coating of another well known leading brand was peeling off the wood, leaving it exposed […]
At first, the Inland Waterways can seem a bit daunting, especially when people are using words you don’t understand! However, we’re here to break down some of the most popular words that are used and explain what they mean. Glossary Abreast – Alongside, side by side. Adrift –Â Anything broken away from moorings or fastenings. […]
Have you ever wanted to build a raised garden bed but are unsure about how to go about it? Well, we’re here to show you how! Building anything from scratch can seem a little daunting, but we’re here to show you just how easy it is to build your very own raised garden bed! There […]
Rust, or iron oxide, can be aesthetically pleasing to some, but others may find it unsightly and if not removed or maintained can be the cause of irreparable damage. If you have found a tool, a metal fence or even patio tiles that have succumbed to rust, there are a few ways of removing it. […]
