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How to treat and protect exterior wood cladding so it lasts. Compare oil and colour finishes, learn how to apply them, and how often to re-treat larch, cedar and softwood cladding.

Worktop oil protects a wooden kitchen worktop from water and daily wear. Learn what to use, how to oil a worktop, and how often to re-finish.

Hard wax oil is a penetrating wood finish of natural oils and waxes that bonds inside the wood fibre. Learn what it is, the pros and cons, and how to apply.

Douglas wood is a fantastic timber known for its strength, durability, and beautiful grain pattern. It’s a popular choice for everything from outdoor decking and cladding to indoor furniture and floors. To preserve the wood’s natural look and ensure it lasts for many years, correct treatment is essential. In this article, we’ve collected the best advice on how to maintain Douglas wood using Rubio Monocoat interior and exterior oils.

Warm interiors are trendy this season with a move towards more natural finishes on wood.

DuroGrit, our new outdoor wood oil, is tomorrow's UV protection and offers a strong mechanical resistance. But how can we guarantee that? In this article, we put DuroGrit to the test!