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Using Danish Oil On Pine

Ben Staerck 27 May 2021 0

Pine is a popular choice for wood and used in many applications such as doors, skirting boards, furniture and flooring. In this blog we restore an old piece of pine furniture and finish it using Danish Oil. You’ll see that danish oil on pine produces a lovely finish.How to restore pine with Danish OilWatch the video below to show you step-by-step how you can restore your items of pine. Step 1 – Pr...

How To Remove Mould From Fabric

Jessica Barron 10 May 2021 0

In this blog, we will discuss what causes mould on fabric, how to remove mould from fabric and how to prevent mould from (re)occurring.What causes mould stains on fabric?Mould is a type of fungi that is caused by caused by humidity – prolonged exposure to moisture.So, if a fabric item is left damp, or without properly drying for too long, mould may occur.This is often the case with washed clothing...

What Is Fabric Dye

Jessica Barron 28 Apr 2021 0

Fabric dye is a natural or synthetic substance that is used to add colour to or change the colour of the fibres of fabric.In this blog, we discuss the history of Fabric Dye, the difference between natural and synthetic dyes, and how it compares to Fabric Paint.History of Dyeing FabricFabric Dyes were originally derived from natural sources such as plants, trees, insects, and minerals.Typically, th...

How to Apply Wood Oil Correctly

Craig Stevenson 15 Apr 2021 0

Wood oils are an excellent choice for finishing wood, they are easy to apply and maintain and give the benefit of penetrating deep into the pores of the wood, therefore nourishing and replenishing natural oils while enhancing the natural beauty of the grain. Wood oils are generally known as drying oils which will harden to a film to provide a highly durable surface which is water and dirt resist...

ISO 9001 ACCREDITATION

Jenny File 01 Apr 2021 0

We are thrilled to announce that Furniture Clinic is now ISO 9001 certified.This means that we have an internationally recognised standard for a quality management system (QMS). At Furniture Clinic we’re always looking to make improvements and ensure we continue to offer the best possible products and services. Having an ISO 9001 certification demonstrates that we have robust processes in place to...

New Product: Leather Polish

Craig Stevenson 18 Mar 2021 0

In March 2021, we launched a brand-new product for leather, our Leather Polish.Read this blog to find out more about it, and how it compares to our Leather Protection Cream.What’s the difference between Leather Protection Cream and Leather Polish?Both products provide great protective benefits to leather (more on this below), but the main difference between the two is the finish they leave on leat...

Using Worktop Oil

Jessica Barron 15 Mar 2021 0

We have a range of products and kits suitable for use as a Worktop Oil, that will not only protect your worktop from stains and spills, but will bring out the natural beauty of the wood, enhancing the grain and colour.Danish Oil For Oiling WorktopsDanish Oil is a unique blend of natural oils (tung oil or boiled linseed oil) and is one of the most popular choices when it comes to oiling wooden work...

What is Tung Oil

Jessica Barron 02 Mar 2021 0

What is Tung Oil and why do we use it? Let's jump straight in, what is Tung Oil? Tung Oil is a hard wearing, naturally derived oil, extracted from the seed of the tung tree, and so is completely free from additives making it non-toxic and safe to use in all environments and on a variety of items.As well as being highly resistant to water, Tung Oil helps to prevent drying and deterioration of wood...

Creating Two-Tone Effects With Leather Finish

Craig Stevenson 15 Feb 2021 0

Have you ever noticed that sometimes when you apply the Leather Finish to a piece of leather, after restoring the colour, the sheen just does not look right compared to the original leather? it seems slightly too matt, or slightly too glossy, and no matter how much you try to tweak it, it never looks right; sometimes it may even look ‘plasticky’ in comparison! Well, it may be that you are dealing...

Acrylic Leather Paint

Jessica Barron 22 Jan 2021 0

As the name suggests, leather paints are specifically made for painting intricate and decorative designs onto all items of leather. If you need to repair an item of leather, you're best using one of our leather repair products. In this blog, we are going to discuss the differences between two types of leather paint: Acrylic and Polyurethane. What is acrylic leather paint? Acrylic leather paint is ...

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