10 best wood preservatives

Despite the emergence of modern building materials, wood is one of the dominant places. To preserve all the best qualities of wood (even super strong and elite), antiseptic processing is required. Today, the domestic market there are different compositions, both domestic and foreign manufacturers. In order to choose the right impregnation for wood, you should take into account several recommendations of experts.

• First of all it is necessary to pay attention to the scope of application. Some formulations are intended for internal use, while others are designed for external treatment.
• Impregnation should not only effectively repel water, but also repel insects, suppress the reproduction of microorganisms. And if manufacturers add harmful chemical compounds to the composition for external use, then a modern product for internal use is made without organic solvents.
• It is very profitable to buy formulations that provide comprehensive protection. For example, there are products that protect wood from bio-damage and from fire at the same time.

Our review includes the best wood preservatives. The rating is made taking into account the opinions of experts and reviews of Russian consumers.

The best antiseptics for outdoor work

To withstand the harsh Russian climate, wooden buildings must be impregnated with antiseptic. Processing helps to prevent such negative phenomena as rotting, darkening, mold, fungi, bugs, etc. High ratings from experts and users received the compositions presented in the rating.

5 NORTEX-Disinfector

When mold can appear on the wood, as well as beetles, it is best to choose the antiseptic NORTEX-Disinfector. The effectiveness of the impregnation is maintained for 5 years. Experts have noticed another advantage of the composition. It reduces the likelihood of cracking wood during shrinkage of the structure. The product does not change the natural color of the tree, while maintaining its natural beauty. There are no chemical compounds harmful to humans, so it is possible to work with the material without personal protective equipment. The manufacturer packs an antiseptic in different containers, starting with 0.9 and ending with 43 kg. With double-layer wood impregnation, the consumption of the product is 240 g / sq. m

In the reviews, users noticed the advantage of antiseptic, as the possibility of applying to a wet base. However, this has to do more processing, which negatively affects the consumption of material. The sharp smell of impregnation lasts a long time.

4 Pyrylax-Lux

Impregnation Pirilaks-Lux has a pronounced antiseptic effect. The product forms a fire retardant film on the surface of the tree, which is not afraid of weathering. The product contains no toxic components such as fluoride and methyl alcohol.However, despite the environmental friendliness, the scope of application is limited to external surfaces (walls, log houses, fences), as well as attics, basements, hangars and garages. The material can be applied in several layers, causing the consumption ranges from 180 to 280 g / sq. The manufacturer allows the use of antiseptic even at low temperatures (up to -16 ° C).

There is a lot of controversy on the forums regarding the effectiveness of the double protection of a tree with one preparation. Pirilaks-Lux well protects against biological damage, it has a fairly affordable price. However, there is no UV filter in the composition. Because of this, the tree darkens in the sun, which is especially noticeable in 2-3 years.

3 Dufa wood protect

The outer surfaces of wood are often exposed to such negative factors as moisture and dust. As a result, the beautiful base is contaminated, after which time-consuming cleaning is required. To solve these problems, it is better to choose the impregnation Dufa Wood Protect. It not only effectively fights fungi and mold, but also gives wood decorative properties. The composition is made on an acrylic-alkyd basis, the addition of special additives has improved the resistance to weathering and give the coating dirt-repellent qualities. Experts believe the product is the best antiseptic for processing structures made of precious woods.

After studying the reviews on the thematic forums clearly identify the strengths and weaknesses of the antiseptic. Users are satisfied with the lack of smell, opacity, water repellency, preservation of wood texture. The disadvantages include weak wood protection in single-layer processing.

2 Pinotex Natural / Pinotex Natural

Pinotex Natural antiseptic provides reliable wood protection. The advantages of the product include atmospheric stability and transparency. Due to these properties, the natural beauty of the tree will be maintained for 2-3 years. The material is perfect for processing the walls of houses and baths, gazebos, fences, etc. You can apply impregnation using different tools, starting with a brush and ending with an airbrush. The use of AWB binder component allowed the manufacturer to create the best transparent antiseptic. Approximate material consumption is 8-12 liters per square meter. m

On the building forums about Pinotex Natural you can read a lot of positive reviews. The product is easy to apply, forms a reliable film. The disadvantages of users include a sharp smell, a long drying time, the need to update every 3 years.

1 Tikkurila Valtti Expert Base

The well-known Finnish manufacturer of paints and varnishes Tikkurila pays great attention to the protection of wood from various negative impacts. Impregnation Valtti Expert Base not only forms a durable coating and reliable protection from rot, blue and mold. It is also a primer for preparing the surface for applying paint or varnish. The composition has a high penetrating ability, impregnation is allowed to apply on wood with humidity up to 40%. The use of the material increases the adhesion of waterborne and alkyd paints. The product dries quickly and does not smell.

At building forums, professionals advise using Valtti Expert Base antiseptic as a primer. In the future, it is recommended to apply the composition of Valtti Expert Akva to the surface. Impregnation in reviews praise for versatility and durability. Of the minuses, only the high price is noted.

The best antiseptics for interior work

When processing the interior with an antiseptic, the environmental friendliness of the product comes first. Almost all compounds have a smell, it is important that it weathered quickly and not have a harmful effect on humans.

5 Aquatex Extra

Aquatex Extra antiseptic protects wood and materials based on it from various negative impacts. The coating can prevent the appearance of putrefactive bacteria, mold, fungus. Impregnation neutralizes exposure to sunlight, maintaining the original color of the tree. The versatility of the product lies not only in the ability to apply it to internal and external bases. Antiseptic allowed to handle both new and old designs. High penetrating ability allows to protect even surfaces treated with linseed oil.

Like any universal composition, Aquatex Extra has its weak points. In construction forums, users are not advised to use the material for processing exterior surfaces. With internal use, there is an unpleasant smell and a long drying period. And experts believe the product price is too high.

4 Veres classic lazura

Today in Russia there is a boom in the bath. Since they are built from natural wood, and high humidity is created inside the premises, impregnation of wood with an antiseptic will be an important step. The best properties of the composition has Veres Classic Lazura. The colorless product perfectly maintains differences of temperatures and humidity. Users use it to protect walls, floors, ceilings, seats. The tree retains its naturalness. The manufacturer packs the product in metal containers, which becomes an effective protection against fakes. Impregnated wood for many years is not affected by rot and parasites. Repeat treatment is recommended after 8 years.

In the reviews you can find and cons of the composition. It dries for a long time (more than a day), since the proportion of non-volatile substances reaches 30%. Before you choose an antiseptic, you should choose a special primer.

3 Belinka Lasur / Belinka Azure

The well-known Slovenian manufacturer of paints and varnishes Belinka sells in the domestic market wood preservative Lasur. This series includes 17 products with different colors. Any shade will look harmoniously against the background of the natural structure of wood. The coating may consist of 3 layers, while on the surface there is no visible film. This is due to the deep penetration of the material, which provides high-quality protection of wood against diseases and pests.

The composition is allowed to apply not only inside buildings, but also outside. But first you should apply a special base Belinka Base. Perhaps this is not known to some users who scold the product on the forums for low resistance to atmospheric influences. Advantages include the ecological composition, although it produces an unpleasant odor during processing.

2 Senezh Ognebio Prof

One of the best ways to protect wooden bases in boilers is to use an antiseptic agent. Senezh Ognebio. Prof. The product is good because it simultaneously prevents the appearance of microorganisms and gives the surface fire protection. Impregnation has proven itself in terms of temperature and humidity. Antiseptic does not change the structure of wood, preserving its natural beauty. The duration of bioprotection is at least 20 years. Impregnation of red color is supplied to the trade network in plastic containers weighing 6, 12, 23 kg.

Antiseptic received a lot of positive feedback on the forums. It perfectly combines an affordable price and high protective properties. The product is easy to use; salt solution can be applied by any means from spraying to soaking. The only drawback users consider the high consumption of the drug.

1 NEOMID 400

A wide range of wood-based building materials can be treated with NEOMID 400 antiseptic. This is natural wood, and particle boards, fiberboard, etc. The product is water-based, it does not contain toxic chemical compounds. Environmentally friendly composition is perfectly combined with a long service life (up to 25 years). During all this time, impregnation protects the tree from mold, fungi and insects. There is no biological destruction of wood, thereby slowing the aging process. The composition is intended only for indoor use, and it is allowed to apply it on the surface at temperatures above + 5 ° C.

Users appreciate the domestic antiseptic NEOMID 400 for environmental friendliness and durability. It is used without fear in the kitchen and in children's rooms. The peculiar smell quickly disappears. The disadvantage of impregnation is wood toning.

Popular vote - who is the best manufacturer of wood preservatives?
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Tikkurila

Pinotex

Dufa

Pyrylax

Nortex

NEOMID

Senezh

Belinka

Veres

Aquatex

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