Sadolin Company Profile
Sadolin – advanced technology underpinned by over 200 years of history...
Renowned throughout the professional and DIY markets for offering the very highest possible standard of wood protection, products bearing the Sadolin name benefit from the most recent advances in coatings technology ...yet at the same time boast a rich history and heritage stretching back over 200 years.
The Sadolin story is set in the harsh and unforgiving Scandinavian climate and the roots of this well respected brand can be traced back to 1777 when Swedish born Jacob Holmblad was granted royal permission to establish a textile dye works in Copenhagen. Nurtured by Jacob and handed down through the generations, this enterprise would eventually become a thriving paint and varnish business.
Sadolin products are at the forefront of woodcare technology. Its innovative interior and exterior formulations bring about a range of unique benefits and superior performance characteristics which allow wood to flex and breathe to provide a rich, high durability lustre and ultimate resistance to blistering, peeling and flaking. When it comes to protecting wood Sadolin has a diverse and universal knowledge and also is respectful of nature and the environment.
Preparation and Pre Treatment
Preparation is key to long lasting and durable wood protection. Sadolin has a wide range of products that aid the preparation stage, including:
- Woodfiller a perfect for small repairs and minor surface defects and is available in four wood effect tones
- Stainable Woodfiller is a fast curing formulation that accepts the majority of wood stains and dyes
A wood preserver is recommended for new non-durable timber that has not received a preservative pre-treatment, prior to the application of a woodstain or other finish. The preserver provides protection from fungi, sunlight and rain, options include:
- Wood Preserver, a colourless solvent borne treatment
- Quick Drying Wood Preserver a fast drying water borne alternative
Ranges are available in a wide variety of colours and tints including:
Exterior Woodwork
Translucent woodstains offer protection of the wood whilst bringing out the natural beauty and colour. Sadolin has a comprehensive range of coatings which includes:
- Ultra Highly Translucent Woodstain - formulated to allow the timber or grain to clearly show through the coating, whilst being protected from harmful UV radiation which would otherwise damage wood, offering up to 7 years protection.
- Classic Woodstain - a general purpose woodstain which can be used on its own for large surface areas of timber such as decking cladding and fencing or ideal as a basecoat for timber joinery, subsequently finished with Sadolin Extra
- Extra Durable Woodstain - a durable finishing coat for windows, doors and other exterior joinery.
- Extra Durable Clear Coat - a clear protective coating that provides a long lasting finish.
- Supercoat High Performance Woodstain - a one coat maintenance product with a superior flexible formulation enabling it to deal with the natural movement of timber.
- Quick Drying Woodstain - rainproof in under 30 minutes enabling completion of job in one day.
Opaque timber protection is a paint like, solid colour finish which is tolerant of timber movement and wont crack, peel or flake
- Superdec is an opaque, self priming and undercoating product that is a great alternative to traditional gloss paint. It can be applied to bare wood or over existing woodstains or paint and provides up to 8 years protection.
Landscape and Garden Woodwork
There is a large range of products within the Sadolin range designed especially for the garden, adding colour and definition to exterior furniture, decking, fencing and timber.
- Decking Stain and Protector, and Garden Furniture Stain and Protector, 2 in 1 formulations with UV active technology for a durable finish with optimum adhesion
- Garden Furniture Oil to nourish and enhance the natural beauty of wood
- Decking oil replaces natural oils lost through weathering
Interior Woodwork
Interior timber and flooring can be easily damaged during everyday use from abrasions, knocks, scuffs and spills. Sadolin has a range of products that provide an aesthetically pleasing, durable protection for interior wood, including floors, banisters, doors and handrails.
- PV67 Heavy Duty Varnish is a two pack varnish for areas that receive severe abrasion. It is extremely tough and hard wearing, and is ideal for areas such as bar tops, dance floors or hallways
- Polyurethane Floor Varnish and Polyurethane Varnish are quick drying and have a low odour for use on all interior wood for ultimate protection
- Earth Balance Interior Stain is a 99% solvent free stain for interior wood
- Interior Stain contains UV filters to prevent colour fade whilst enhancing the natural beauty of wood.
- Floor Oil and Wood Oil are water resistant and quick drying and provide a natural look to interior wood and floors
- Worktop Oil is a natural way to protect kitchen worktops and provide excellent wear resistance
Customer Relations Team
At Sadolin we have a wealth of knowledge and experience and are available to help and support through our Customer Relations Team. We can offer guidance and support on anything from surface preparation to providing technical information, samples and literature.
For more information visit the Sadolin website or use the contact buttons above.