Tung Oil and Horses

by Doug Wilson, Coatings Consultant and Procurer of Fine Wood Finishes At PaintSource, we often receive inquiries from horse farm clients about the suitability of Tung Oil-based products for waterproofing and enhancing the natural beauty of barn wood. One common question is whether pure Tung Oil is toxic or harmful … Read More

The PaintSource Guide to Using Waterlox in Horse Barns and Livestock Structures

The PaintSource Guide to Using Waterlox in Horse Barns and Livestock Structures Introduction Advantages of Waterlox Wood Preparation Application of Waterlox Tung Oil Finish Maintenance and Touch-ups Additional Tips Conclusion This guide provides a detailed approach to using Waterlox Tung Oil Finish, emphasizing practicality and aesthetics suitable for horse barns … Read More

Structures Nature Color

See Nature Color on some elegant wood structures here: Structures Gallery Structures Nature Color wood coating system is a proven exterior translucent satin wood finish. The special oil alkyd resin formulation is combined with special iron oxide, ultraviolet reflecting/ absorbing pigments. This protection formulation is intended to establish and sustain … Read More

Waterlox TB 6044 Satin on Reclaimed Heart Pine Floor

It is difficult to verbally describe the beauty of a Waterlox Tung Oil finish. You really need to see it.  This Heart Pine flooring renovation project was executed  by a Waterlox connoisseur in Louisiana. Waterlox was the perfect finishing touch on this work of craftsmanship. Dwight Foreman of Authentic Heartpine salvaged, de-nailed, re-purposed, milled, installed, and then finished … Read More

Waterlox on Tropical Hardwoods

While Waterlox enhances and beautifies all types of wood, it is our only choice for oily tropical hardwoods. Tropical hardwood like Cumaru, Ipe, Mahogany, and Brazilian Cherry has always been a challenge both interior and exterior. These woods are extremely dense and hard, and they are full of natural oils … Read More

Sikkens is now PPG ProLuxe

If you’re recently seen our new Sikkens page in the shop, you’ve noticed most of the Sikkens can images either have a smaller sikkens label or one that just reads PPG ProLuxe. We would like to assure you, while the name has changed over time the product has NOT changed. … Read More

Wood protection for Decks, Fences, Docks and Marinas

One TIME Wood Protector is unique protection that is a proven, long-lasting, low maintenance alternative to conventional wood stains for Decks, Fences, Docks and Marinas. This unique wood protector eliminates the frequent, expensive, and difficult maintenance characteristics of most commonly advertised acrylic stains and oil finishes. There are some decent quality … Read More

Structures Wood Care Translucent Wood Finishes

PaintSource is your source for all Structures Wood Care products and expertise. NatureColor BASE COAT Exterior This product is a proven translucent wood protection finish. NatureColor BASE COAT is used on exterior vertical surfaces as the first and second coat of a recommended three-coat system. BASE COAT can also be … Read More

Sequencing Hardwood Floor Finish with Painting

Builders, subcontractors, and homeowners many times find it difficult to sequence the various steps during new home construction. Hardwood floor installation, staining, and finishing typically create one of the biggest logistical challenges to the project manager. Wall and ceiling painting many times involves ladders and scaffolding, which can damage freshly … Read More

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