Liberon’s six must-haves for a professional wood finish

Whether you’re new to woodworking or highly skilled in its complexities, having the right products and tools readily to hand is essential. As a recognised expert in woodcare, Liberon has identified six must-have products that deserve a permanent place in your toolkit to help guarantee a beautiful, right-first-time finish.

UK Head of Marketing for Liberon, Richard Bradley, says: “Whatever else you choose to put in your toolkit, including this curated collection of products is a must. First, dyes are essential. Spirit Wood Dye and Palette Wood Dye ensure both hardwoods and softwoods are catered for. Next, oils – you need options to cover all eventualities. Include Finishing Oil, Superior Danish Oil and Pure Tung Oil, as each serves a different purpose. Finally, if you only include one type of polish, make it a solid wax polish.

“My final piece of advice is to invest in the very best for these six items, because you’ll rely on them time and time again. Unparalleled quality allows you to elevate your work to a professional standard – even if you’re just starting out.”

Trusted by professionals, the Liberon brand is equally suitable for those learning the craft. Spirit Wood Dye is an ethanol-based product, ideal for dense hardwoods and is available in eight colours. For greater colour flexibility, Palette Wood Dye is offered in 13 intermixable shades, allowing users to create an exact tone. This quick-drying, water-based dye is suitable for both hard- and softwoods.

Liberon’s Finishing Oil blends hard-wearing oils with resins to provide protection against water, heat and alcohol. Superior Danish Oil delivers a satin gloss sheen while feeding, protecting and extending the life of both hard- and softwoods. It offers resistance to sunlight, water, alcohol, heat and food acids. Pure Tung Oil is highly durable and provides a long-lasting matt finish, making it ideal for surfaces that come into frequent contact with food.

Black Bison Wax Polish contains a high proportion of carnauba wax, producing a rich, lustrous finish that enhances the natural beauty of wood. Offering resistance to finger and water marks, it’s ideal for smaller surfaces. It nourishes, protects against drying and has traditionally been used on antiques. The polish is available in 11 shades, ranging from Clear and Neutral to mid-tones and darker options such as Tudor Oak and Dark Oak.

For more information on Liberon, visit www.liberon.co.uk.