Cuprinol Exterior Wood Preservers - Black 5L

Easy to apply, good coverage and brushes wash out in water

Always use this product find the colour good and value for money

Good

I must admit I wasn't sure how good this product would be as reviews are somewhat mixed. I wanted to coat my recently built summerhouse to protect the wood during the winter. I decided to put on two coats as advised although you can do three (if you have enough of course). You will need to decanter the product into a wider container to be able to use a brush. I used a 4 inch one which was ideal. Oddly it looks like muddy water before you brush it on, and it's quite thin but when dry produces a nice dark colour. It started drying after only 10 minutes or so but on a really warm day would no doubt be even quicker. I've noticed during rain it actually repels water so this is good stuff. For me it's done a good job but the real test will be how it performs during the winter. My brush took no time to wash clean under the tap and it doesn't smell much. Recommended.

Exactly what I wanted and prompt delivery !

Very easy to use as paint on wood preservative. I have used it for some years now.

Very fairly priced with quick delivery

Difficult to pay£30 for something that looks and feels like water when you are putting it on! No matter what polymers are in it it still looks like water colour. I am not a chemist but the protection from this must come by sealing the top surface not by penetrating it. I went to Sydenhams and bought a spirit based product to finish the job. Disappointing it used to be the bench mark in this area.