Johnstone's Woodcare Indoor & Outdoor Woodstain

A tough, quick drying wood stain for staining wooden doors, window frames, cladding and other hard and soft wood surfaces, both interior and exterior. Johnstone's Indoor & Outdoor Woodstain creates a hardwearing, semi-transparent finish that allows the natural grain of the wood to show through and resists peeling and flaking. Available in 5 colours, it offers 5 years protection. This is a great choice if you want to ensure you get a durable finish that will protect against the elements, but you still want the natural beauty of the wood to show.

• 5 year protection
• Allows the grain to show
• Quick drying
• Flake resistant

Always read the manufacturers directions found on the tin before you begin.

• Ensure that the surfaces to be stained are sound, dry, clean and free from dust and grease. Conceal any nail or screw heads below the surface and conceal with a suitable wood filler
• Bare or New Wood: Oily hardwoods or resinous soft woods should be wiped down well with White Spirit to remove natural oils. Sand along the grain to a achieve a smooth finish. Wear a suitable face mask if dry sanding and do not inhale the dust. Treat new and bare exterior wood with a clear wood preserver.
• Previously Stained Surfaces: Rub down with fine waterproof abrasive paper and mild soapy water, then rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Previously Painted or Varnished Wood: Remove all traces of the previous treatment with a Paint and Varnish Stripper, then treat as for bare or new wood - see above

  Please Note: Not suitable for use on linseed oil putty, may be used on wooden glazing beads.

We always recommend preforming a test patch to ensure compatibility, ensure to also follow the instructions found on the packaging.

• Stir well before use. Work the stain along the grain with a brush being sure to avoid overlapping the brush strokes. Bare wood will need 3 coats, previously stained wood will need 2
• Allow 4 hours between coats. Under normal conditions the surface will be touch dry in 1 hour. Do not apply at temperatures below 10ºC, in damp conditions or if it's likely to rain.
• Johnstone's Woodcare Indoor & Outdoor Woodstain has a naturally milky appearance when it's wet, this is normal and it will disappear when the stain is completely dry. The final colour achieved depends on the original colour of the wood and how many coats are applied.
• It is recommended that you test the colour in an inconspicuous area before you start.

Q. What will Johnstone's Woodcare Indoor & Outdoor Woodstain look like on my wood?

A. Johnstone's Woodcare Woodstain is available in various attractive shades, allowing you to choose the one that complements your style and preference. The stain enriches the natural grain and colour of the wood, providing a beautiful and long-lasting finish.

Q. Is Johnstone's Woodcare Indoor & Outdoor Woodstain water-based?

A. This wood stain is water-based, which means it has low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) content and emits fewer fumes compared to solvent-based alternatives. This makes it more environmentally friendly and safer to use indoors or in poorly ventilated areas. It also means brushes and decorating tools can be cleaned with warm soapy water after use, stopping the need for cleaning chemicals.

Delivery - All orders placed on a working day before 3pm will be dispatched on the same day for next working day delivery. Orders placed before 3pm on Friday will be delivered on Monday (excluding bank holidays). Orders placed on weekends and Bank Holidays will be dispatched on the next working day. 

Delivery of Tinted Products - Tinted paints are dispatched in line with our express order process, shown below. However, due to their bespoke nature, please allow up to an additional 5 working days to accommodate any potential courier delays or delivery issues before receiving a refund or replacement.

We strongly suggest customers avoid booking tradespeople until they receive their order. Next Day Paint will not be held liable for any costs incurred due to order processing errors, delivery delays, or other issues that may result in financial loss.

Delivery Options

Express Shipping - £3.99

Order by: 3pm, Monday - Sunday

Expected delivery: Next working day, 8am - 9pm

Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays will be dispatched on the next working day for delivery on the following day

AM Delivery - £12.99

Order by: 2pm, Monday - Sunday

Expected delivery: Next working day by 2pm

Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays will be dispatched on the next working day for delivery on the following AM

Late Cut-Off - £5.99

Order by: 4pm, Monday - Friday 

Expected delivery: Next working day, 8am - 9pm

Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays will be dispatched on the next working day for delivery on the following day

Saturday Delivery - £9.95

Order by: 2pm, Friday 

Expected delivery: Saturday, 8am - 9pm

Standard Delivery (Out of Zone Postcodes Only) - £6.99

Order by: 3pm, Monday - Sunday 

Expected delivery:  3-5  working days, 8am - 9pm

Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays will be dispatched on the next working day for delivery on the following day

We do not deliver to the Channel Islands or the Republic of Ireland

Certain postcodes delivery times and charges may vary please head to the cart to see your available delivery options.

Returns

We offer a 14 day money back guarantee for all goods shipped correctly that are not required. If the item is not required, please send the item back for a full refund in its original condition, unused with its original packaging. Please note return for unwanted item is at your own expense.

Contact us as soon as possible to inform us you will be returning the product either by a contact form or by calling our team on 0161 960 0217.

All tinted paint purchases are final and non-refundable. If you're unsure about your selection, please refer to the product listing or contact us for guidance before ordering. Once mixed, tinted paints cannot be returned or refunded, regardless of delivery delays or changes in circumstances.

While we aim to meet delivery timelines, we are not responsible for delays caused by couriers, weather, or other external factors.

We recommend ordering samples or colour charts before purchasing. While we strive to represent colours accurately, screen settings and surface types can affect appearance. Opened tins cannot be returned due to dissatisfaction with colour.

For non-tinted products, we offer a 14-day money-back guarantee. Items must be returned unused, in original condition and packaging, at your own expense.

Damaged Paint

Please visit our damages page, where we can help resolve the issue for you. 

Incorrect Item

If we have sent you a different item from what you ordered, we will be happy to organise an exchange for the correct goods at no extra charge to yourself, please get in touch to organise this.

Faulty Items

Faulty items can be refunded or exchanged within 30 days. All returns are tested, and if no fault is found, no refund will be issued you'll have the option to have the item returned. For faults discovered after 30 days, please contact the manufacturer for further support.