DIY Archives | CUTEK® Timber Protection - New Zealand Thu, 11 Jul 2024 23:21:16 +0000 en-NZ hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.5 https://cutek.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/cutek_icon-100x100.png DIY Archives | CUTEK® Timber Protection - New Zealand 32 32 How to Restore Greyed and Weathered Timber https://cutek.co.nz/how-to-restore-greyed-and-weathered-timber/ Wed, 11 Jan 2023 05:24:42 +0000 https://www.cutek.com.au/?p=9017 Has your timber deck or fence lost its vibrant colour and turned grey and dull? Are you considering replacing the timber all together? Do you want to know how to restore greyed and weathered timber? Worry not, with a little know how and the right gear, your greyed or weathered timber will be looking new... Read more »

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]]> Clean Up with CUTEK® https://cutek.co.nz/clean-up-with-cutek/ Sun, 05 Jun 2022 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.cutek.com.au/?p=8446 As winter draws to a close and our homes are damp with moisture from the ongoing rain, mould and other fungal species are invading homes and timber decks.   To simplify your clean-up process, try CUTEK® Cleaners and refresh your home ready for Spring. CUTEK® Quickclean The quick and easy option to save time and effort... Read more »

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]]> Why is My Deck not Absorbing New Oil? https://cutek.co.nz/why-is-my-deck-not-absorbing-new-oil/ Tue, 31 May 2022 23:00:00 +0000 https://www.cutek.com.au/?p=8421 When looking to coat your timber deck with a penetrating oil, preparation is key to ensuring the process is efficient, easy, and effective long term. A common problem applicator’s run into is that the timber does not seem able to absorb the oil and will not dry, which begs the question, why is my deck... Read more »

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]]> What is the best decking oil for your project? https://cutek.co.nz/what-is-the-best-decking-oil-for-your-project/ Mon, 25 Oct 2021 04:36:33 +0000 https://www.cutek.com.au/?p=7991 A high-quality decking oil protects timber and maintains the natural look and feel of timber. With so many options available on the market, it can be difficult to decide which oil is right for your deck. Keep reading to find out what is the best decking oil for you. The Difference Between Decking Oil and... Read more »

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]]> Seven Reasons to Use Timber for Your Next Project https://cutek.co.nz/seven-reasons-to-use-timber-for-your-next-project/ Tue, 10 Dec 2019 05:52:00 +0000 https://www.cutek.com.au/?p=1595 There are many reasons to choose timber for your next project. We have listed our top seven:  1. Environmentally friendly  Wood is an environmentally sustainable product. It is biodegradable and renewable – most wood used in New Zealand is Radiata Pine grown in our forests. Timber has a low carbon footprint making it a greenhouse... Read more »

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]]> Timber Buying Guide https://cutek.co.nz/timber-buying-guide/ Mon, 25 Mar 2019 05:51:00 +0000 https://www.cutek.com.au/?p=1592 Timber is sustainable and versatile making it a popular choice with builders, architects and designers. It is specified in commercial and domestic applications to achieve striking effects. When purchasing timber for projects large or small, there are many considerations. Choosing the right timber Wood is classified in two primary categories, hardwood and softwood, according to... Read more »

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]]> How to Successfully Achieve the “Silver-Look” in Timber https://cutek.co.nz/how-to-successfully-achieve-the-silver-look-in-timber/ Mon, 14 Oct 2019 05:45:00 +0000 https://www.cutek.com.au/?p=1571 Allowing timber to weather naturally can produce a striking silver-grey appearance. This refined silver-grey is a sought-after look, creating an elegant and natural timber aesthetic. Silvered off timber facades and decks have become increasingly popular with architects, designers and homeowners who want to achieve a distinctive appearance in contemporary homes. Weathering involves exposing new timber... Read more »

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]]> Five Steps to Reviving a Tired Timber Deck https://cutek.co.nz/five-steps-to-reviving-a-tired-timber-deck/ Mon, 18 Jun 2018 05:24:00 +0000 https://www.cutek.com.au/?p=1506 Don’t replace your tired deck, rescue it by following five steps to deck revival. If your deck is in disrepair, follow these simple steps to restoring it to be enjoyed for years to come. For best results, choose a warm, dry spell to undergo your timber restoration. 1. Assess the deck First, check that the... Read more »

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]]> Understanding Colourtones https://cutek.co.nz/understanding-colourtones/ Fri, 28 Jul 2023 01:14:39 +0000 https://www.cutek.com.au/?p=1482 Before diving into the science of CUTEK® Colourtones, it is important to provide insight into the difference between CUTEK® and traditional wood coatings. Traditional wood coatings protect the timber by encapsulation – forming a film over the substrate. The build-up of pigment on the surface obscures the natural grain, variance and beauty of the timber.... Read more »

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