Wood finishing products: wood stain, oil, wood sealer and varnish

Warm and welcoming, wood is a living material that needs a treatment to strengthen its longevity. Most Woodup staircases are sold raw, ready for treatment. As a frequently used thoroughfare, footsteps on the treads can quickly cause deterioration. Moreover, in contact with air and moisture, wood contracts or expands. The application of wood finishing products protects the material from its dimensional variations. Wood finishing products provide effective protection against pests. Protection is particularly aimed at termites. Furthermore, wood finishing products make it easier to maintain furniture, joinery and wooden furnishing items. Enjoy professional products at excellent value for money.

What is a wood finishing product?

A wood finishing product is a protective solution against wear, pollution, insects and micro-organisms. It is applied by brush or roller. It requires a surface preparation step: repair, insecticide treatment, sanding and cleaning.

How to choose a wood finishing product?

The choice of a wood finishing product is made based on the use of the structure. The location is an important criterion (interior or exterior). Take into account the technical dimension (what wood species, on what product already in place). Finally, match the appearance and shade of the product with the décor of the space.

Characteristics of wood finishing products

Essential for raw wood structures, wood finishing product comes in liquid form. Modern formulations protect the health of users and air quality (water-based products). Most wood finishing products are available in different pack sizes (pots from 1 to 10 litres).

The different types of wood finishing products

The different wood finishing products guarantee the protection of furniture and joinery surfaces. Dust will be less likely to settle in a staircase. Liquid stains will be easier to clean. Moreover, applying wood finishing products to a staircase enhances its sheen. Indeed, finishing products allow you to play with shade and colour. Make your choice from our range of preparation products, finishing products and application tools.

Before finishing: wood preparation products

Repair holes and cracks as quickly as possible with a repair product. Take care of your garden furniture by applying a wood restorer or an anti-UV conditioner. Maintain the longevity of your staircase or wooden furnishing accessories. Opt for the application of a hard primer or a wood saturator. It will promote the durability of finishing products.

Products for repairing surface defects

Prevent the spread of wood insects. Repair scratches, cracks, chips and holes with appropriate products. The choice of product depends on the extent and nature of the defect. You have at your disposal a full range of wood repair products: wood glue, wood filler or wood putty.

Wood preparation products

Promote the adhesion of wood finishing products with surface preparation products. Hard primer, wood saturator, oil hardener — you have the choice for your indoor furniture and staircases. For outdoor wooden furniture and equipment, applying a wood restorer or an anti-UV product is essential.

Wood finishing products: wood stain, varnish, oil and wood sealer

Hard oil, tinted oil, wax, varnish, wood stain, wood sealer: the choice of wood finishing products is wide. To help you, Woodup presents the technical profile of each product. To help wood finishing products adhere, a few preliminary steps are necessary. Sanding is essential, before and during application. Often, applying a hard primer or wood saturator simplifies the finishing work.

Wood finishing products: wood stain

Wood stain is a wood finishing product. Although possible, we do not recommend this finishing choice for staircases. Wood stain does indeed offer many advantages for furniture and décor. The product allows the wood to breathe. The natural appearance and grain of the wood are preserved. Easy to apply, wood preparation requires only light sanding. Furthermore, the product does not flake. However, avoid this product on staircases: it will not withstand repeated foot traffic.

Oil, a maintenance and finishing product for wood

Oil is surely the most on-trend finish. Oiling your staircase will give a more natural result. Oil is a wood finishing product based on deep impregnation, perfectly coating the wood fibres. A finishing oil for wood guarantees resistance to moisture, long-lasting anti-dust properties and ease of maintenance. Add an oil hardener to your mixture. You will increase the resistance and durability of the product and speed up drying.

Varnishes: protection and finishing for furniture and staircases

Varnish is the best-known wood finishing product. Based on resin, varnish is often used for finishing and protecting furniture and woodwork. Varnish leaves a smooth, glossy and waterproof layer. However, varnished staircases can be slippery. Furthermore, this wood finishing product risks flaking. It will lose its resistance qualities. Indeed, a staircase undergoes greater wear and abrasion than furniture.

Ultimate wood protection and finishing: the wood sealer

The wood sealer is the wood finishing product more effective than oil. This product is a varnish reinforced with a hardener. Wood sealing therefore has the advantages of wood varnish with better longevity. This product offers excellent resistance to impact and repeated foot traffic. The wood sealer is a versatile finishing product. It can be applied to furniture, parquet flooring or staircases. There is a wide range of products available: coloured, matt finish, satin finish, etc.

Tools and accessories for wooden furniture and joinery

Good tools and accessories are essential for keeping a home in good condition. Make your choice from the Woodup selection and gain in efficiency. All our products come from the world of wood professionals. Build your personal toolbox with preparation tools and repair tools. Don't forget to make life easier with our wooden staircase pre-assembly service.

Surface preparation and product application tools

Explore our complete catalogue of accessories and wood preparation tools. Add the tool that will make your work easier to your order. Spatula, joiner's knife, scraper, sanding block, finishing kit for wood sealer. Invest in a brush or a wide brush for a perfect application of wood finishing product.

Tools and accessories for repairing wooden structures

Sometimes, repairing furniture and staircases comes before applying a wood finishing product. Be prepared — buy your mitre square, your quick-release clamp or your rubber mallet now. Cut wood faster and straighter by investing in a Japanese saw.

Buy a wood finishing product online

Trust a specialist in woodworking with 3 generations of expertise. Woodup chooses the Blanchon and Olebois brands, specialists in wood painting and treatment. Committed to preserving biodiversity, we are PEFC certified. Buy your finishing product online and enjoy free delivery on orders over 120 euros. Pay for your finishing product with complete security thanks to the 3D Secure system, by cheque, bank transfer or PayPal.