RANGE REVIEW: TIMBER & WOOD CARE


NIFTY SHADES OF GREY:


THORNDOWN REVEALS BEST-SELLING COLOURS OF 2022


Forget blue skies and green grass, grey was the key colour for gardens in 2022 according to new data* from eco wood paint specialist Thorndown.


and innovative peelable glass paint, perfect for shading and arts and crafts.


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ales data shows that grey shades dominated the last year, with 35% of their exterior wood paint best sellers


being variations on the shade. Up five per cent on 2021. Greens were a close second – accounting for 25% - with natural wood tones, including a clear UV finish, in third (15%). Caroline Thornborough, Thorndown’s Design Director, says: “Colours influence our moods and everyday lives, uplifting our spirits, increasing creativity, or helping to create a sense of calm and spaces to relax in. Cool and contemporary tones definitely lead the way in the 2.5l chart where timber buildings


tend to be painted to sit in with and compliment the natural palette of the garden. “Grey is a gorgeous neutral that will act as a stunning backdrop, allowing all the natural shades of the garden to shine, so it’s no surprise that it continues to perform well. “The rise in greens and natural wood tones show there is a drive towards more biophilic influenced colours. Even in the garden, people are opting for natural colours to create relaxing retreats to unwind and recharge.”


The Thorndown Story Thorndown is an award-winning specialist paint manufacturer that creates technically excellent, eco- friendly water-based wood paints


Inspired by the beautiful countryside and heritage of the West Country where the factory is based, the husband-and-wife team behind Thorndown, Ben and Caroline Thornborough, blend their passions for art, design, science and the natural world in their ecologically advanced paints.


Founded on the principles of


creating the best possible products with leading ingredients that both respect and work with the natural environment, Thorndown has taken time to source the best raw materials to create cutting-edge water-based eco paints with virtually no VOCs. Thorndown’s Wood Paint is available in 72 colours and a UV Clear, while the Peelable Glass Paint is available in 24 opaque colours and 14 translucents.


Colour matching is also available along with over 1800 RAL Classic and Design colours. Visit Thorndown. co.uk to learn more.


Thorndown’s Top 20


Best-Selling Shades: UV Clear Bishop Blue Cavepool Grey Old Sage Green Blackdown Mercury Grey Cow Parsley White Sedge Green Yew Green Dulcote Stone Zinc Grey Dormouse Grey Swan White Ebbor Stone Whispy Willow Ash


Hawthorn Bergamot Grey Goddess Green Grey Heron


*Based on analysis of sales of 2.5-litre tins of exterior wood paint. Click here to see the full results.


LOG OUT: THE LOG STORES THAT ARE FUNCTIONAL AND STYLISH


According to research from Google, searches for ‘wood burning stove’ is currently at an all-time high. So it looks likely that consumer interest in log storage is set to soar. Forest Garden, the leading UK manufacturer and distributor of quality wooden garden products, has a wide range of outdoor log stores that have been designed with both function and aesthetics in mind. The eight-strong collection is made in the UK from FSC-sourced British timber and has been designed with all gardens in mind – from the smallest yard to sprawling wide open spaces.


Jenny Davis, Head of Marketing for Forest, says: 28 DIY WEEK MARCH 2023


“The rise in popularity of log burners means we are going to see more homeowners looking for great log storage that is not only convenient but looks great too. “Our selection of log stores includes ornate structures with sweeping apex roofs through to compact gems. And while they might vary in size and looks, each one has raised slatted bases which not only helps season the logs by keeping them dry but increases air flow, which will speed up the drying process.” Forest Garden’s selection of wooden log stores are available now with prices starting at £103.99.


For more information please visit forestgarden.co.uk www.diyweek.net


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