Wood Care FAQs

General

Is it necessary to sand/prep wooden surfaces?

Yes, for best results remove existing coatings from your wood surface with a sander (or Super Paint Stripper) and then sand down with a conventional sander for best results, before applying a new coating.

Will interior products work outside and vice versa?

We recommend you use interior products only on interior wooden surfaces and exterior products on exterior wooden surfaces as each has its own formula and functionality.

What’s the difference between solvent-based and water-based in your products?

Solvent based products are soluble in either mineral turpentine or thinners. Water based is a product soluble in water.

How much are your products?

Check right here online or at your nearest retail, paint, or hardware store for price.

Why does the colour of the product look different to the label (when opening)?

Before you start using/applying the product make sure you give it a good stir and you’ll notice the colour is exactly what it’s meant to be.

How long do the products last/shelf life (if I don’t use it all at once)?

At least four years.

Exterior Coatings & Treatments

The difference between Deck Varnish and Deck Protector?

Deck Protector is: Solvent-based, hardwood timber deck coating and has a Matt Finish. Deck Varnish is: Water-based, softwood timber deck coating and has a Sheen Finish.

Can Deck Varnish or Protector be used on wooden deck furniture?

We recommend using Colortone Wood Varnish, Wood Seal or Wood Coat for your wooden deck furniture.

When is the best time to apply Deck Varnish or Deck Protector?

For best drying results, apply Deck Varnish in the early morning, or late afternoon hours when the wooden deck surface temperature is cooler.

What’s the difference between a Wood Seal and Wood Varnish?

Whilst both are solvent-based, Wood Seal is for exterior use only. Wood Seal has a Matt Finish and Wood Varnish has a Gloss Finish.

Is a Wood Coat a good substitute for Varnish?

Yes. Our Wood Coat can be used as a substitute for Wood Varnish. The 2-in-1 formula acts as both a sealant and varnish.

Can I use a Wood Seal on wooden decks?

We recommend using Colortone’s Deck Varnish or Deck Protector for your softwood and hardwood timber decks.

Does the type of wood affect the product result?

Not really, if the correct product is used for the correct wooden surface.

Interior Coatings & Treatments

Can I use Wood Stain on exterior wooden surfaces?

Yes, you can use Colortone Wood Stain on your exterior wooden surfaces, once properly prepped.

Can Wood Stain be used on wood floors?

Yes, you can use Colortone Wood Stain on your hardwood floors, once properly prepped.

Can Floor Varnish be used on laminated floors?

No, it can only be used on real wooden floors.

Can Wood Varnish be used on wooden veneers?

No, our Wood Varnish was created for real wooden surfaces.

Can Wood Varnish be used on wooden Floors?

We do not recommend you use Wood Varnish on floors. Rather use Floor Varnish on wooden floors.

Wood Prep & Maintenance

Should I sand the wood between coats?

When coating wooden surfaces with Colortone Wood Varnish, Deck Varnish, Floor Varnish and Wood Coat for optimal results sand the wooden surface lightly in between each coat applied.

How often will I need to coat my wooden surfaces?

We suggest every two years.

What is the aftercare once I’m done coating?

Give the surface a light sand followed by two maintenance coats every two years.

Other

How long will the Sportsliner markings last?

Can last up to two weeks depending how often the turf is cut.

How often must Sportsliner be applied to turf?

We suggest every week a thin top coat can be coated over the thick base coat.