Timber outside lasts better with the right finish
Paint or stain to suit
We choose the finish route around the look you want and the coating already on the timber.
Worn areas dealt with first
Loose coating, rough grain and exposed patches are prepared before new finish is applied.
Better match with the house
Doors, gates and garage fronts can sit more comfortably with the main exterior colour scheme.
Tired exterior timber needs more than a quick coat
Weathered gates, peeling garage doors and worn entrance timber can drag down the outside of a property even when the walls are in decent shape. We work on suitable exterior wood features such as gates, garage doors, entrance doors and other previously coated timber, starting with inspection and preparation for peeling finishes, rough grain and exposed areas. We also talk through whether opaque paint or wood stain is the better route, depending on the look you want and the coating already in place. With SJA Painting and Decorating Services, the finish is chosen around the timber rather than wishful thinking.
The right coating helps timber stand up better outside
Exterior woodwork needs products suited to ongoing weather exposure, not whatever happened to be left in the shed since the last bank holiday. We use suitable exterior primers, stains and topcoats as part of a system that matches the timber and the required finish, then plan the colour or stain tone so it sits well with the house façade and wider exterior details. A quotation from SJA Painting and Decorating Services can include the materials needed, which helps keep the specification clear and the finished timber more consistent across the property.
Frequently asked questions
Is stain or paint better for exterior woodwork?
It depends on the timber, the condition of the existing coating and the look you want. Stain and opaque paint create different results, so the best choice is usually the one that suits the surface honestly rather than the one that simply sounds more appealing at first glance.
What preparation does weathered timber need?
That can include removing loose coating, dealing with rough grain, cleaning the surface and preparing any exposed areas before the new finish is applied. Exterior timber rarely rewards shortcuts. If it has been taking the weather head on for years, the preparation needs to acknowledge that.
Can exterior woodwork be matched to the house finish?
Yes. We can coordinate the colour or stain tone of doors, gates, garages and similar timber details with the main house exterior. That helps the property feel more settled overall and avoids one newly finished element clashing with the rest of the outside.