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A Pennsylvania restoration project is using Brouns & Co linseed paint to return a colonial building to its early 19th century glory.

When it comes to developing new colours, we often get our inspiration from historic buildings. After all, so much of design is influenced by the past.

Whether you voted ‘Yes’ or ‘No’, we were very disappointed when we learnt the impact of the Brexit negotiations could have on businesses like ours.

One of the biggest benefits of linseed paint is how well it protects wood from the elements. This is a huge advantage if you are using it to paint outdoor wooden features such as gates, sheds, fencing, doors or window frames.

The ubiquitous colonial red timber buildings. Along with all types of cultural aspects, the first European settlers brought with them ideas of architecture and building techniques and materials.

Linseed paint is the ideal cradle-to-cradle product and should be the to-go-to paint for any garden projects! Let me explain. Linseed paint contains mostly linseed oil, which is derived from pressed flax seed (Linnum Ussitatissimum). So, essentially, you are doing any paint jobs with vegetable oil.

It has taken a while, but I’m pleased to announce that finally, our brand new Interior range has arrived.

Michiel Brouns is a pupil of Haske Van Zadelhoff from Kwarts & Co in the Netherlands, one of the leading experts on paints and building materials for historic buildings. ” The South of the Netherlands boasts some beautiful centuries-old wattle and daub cottages, typical of the province of Limburg.

The use of Linseed Paint can be traced right back to the ancient Egyptians, and whilst it’s almost impossible to say when it was first used, it’s clearly been around for thousands of years.

You may have heard about VOC’s….but do you know exactly what they are and how harmful they can be to you and the environment ?