Carefree Protectant Timber Treatment 2.5L – Pine

The perfect finish for your log cabin or wooden garden building

Give your log cabin or timber garden building a warm, natural finish with our Carefree Protectant Timber Treatment in pine. Developed with Valvoline, this premium water-based formula provides exceptional long-term protection for your garden buildings.

The treatment is easy to apply and penetrates deep into the timber, forming a barrier that protects against moisture, UV rays, insects and decay. Suitable for use on fences, decking, garden furniture, posts and log cabins, it helps to extend the life and beauty of your timber while maintaining its natural appearance.

The pine colour helps to enhance the natural colour of the wood, providing a timeless, classic look that complements any garden design. Perfect for both new and existing structures, this treatment ensures your outdoor buildings stay protected from the elements for years to come.

This treatment can also be applied to concrete surfaces to improve durability. The coating creates a moisture-resistant seal to prevent water damage, staining and surface wear over time. The formula helps to ensure concrete bases, paths or walls stay looking well-maintained throughout the year.

Coverage

Coverage is dependent on the individual painter but overall, you can expect 6-8 m² per litre. So, with a 2.5L tin, you can expect coverage of 15-20 m².

The layer thickness is around 20-30 microns on average. A depth of 80-120 microns is recommended for all log cabins. We recommend three to four coats of this treatment for maximum coverage and longevity with reapplication every few years.

Uses of Carefree Timber Treatment

The Carefree treatment range is highly recommended for use on:

• Log cabins and all timber buildings

• Pressure impregnated timber

• Hardwood timber to maintain the natural colour

• Concrete

• Inside buildings with a high moisture content such as saunas and log cabins with hot tubs in an enclosed space or a canopy.

Benefits of Carefree Protectant

• Long-term protection against humidity

• Low maintenance costs

• Easy to apply and easy to clean

• Excellent colour retention with minimal discolouring through sunlight

• Reduced vulnerability to fungi and algae

• Impregnating

• Anti-corrosive

• Water-repellent

• High Elasticity

• Prevents calcium formation on concrete

• Very quick Drying

• Carefree Wood Protectant is easy to use

Wood protectant dries quickly so your wood or concrete will be ready to use within 15 minutes of treatment (depending on temperature, humidity and type of surface). You can use the wood protectant without a primer which makes the long-term protection of your garden building quick and simple.

Important things to note about Carefree

• Carefree Wood Protectant must be stored frost-free

• Brushes can be cleaned in water

• At least three coats are required on log cabins and saunas