Water-based textured coating with a rough matte finish. Far more resistant and durable than conventional water-based paint. 5-litre tin.
5 L TUB | 1-1.5 m²/L COVERAGE |
15 g/l MAXIMUM VOC | 4-5 h SURFACE DRY |
Rough paste-like finish, far more resistant than conventional water-based paint
This isn't the typical water-based paint for beehives. Textured paint is a thick coating based on modified vinyl resins — the same type used on exterior facades — that leaves a rough, matte finish able to hide wood imperfections, micro-cracks and joint irregularities. Widely used in Portugal by professional beekeepers, it offers far greater exterior durability than conventional smooth paints, with excellent colour retention season after season.
01 · FINISH
The rough relief isn't just aesthetic: it forms a thick, compact layer that seals the timber far better than smooth paint. It hides open joints, nail marks and machining defects with no need to sand or fill beforehand. The texture also disguises day-to-day wear at the apiary, so your hives keep a clean look for much longer.
02 · DURABILITY
Formulated with modified vinyl resins that withstand natural ageing, rain, UV radiation and sudden temperature swings. Built-in mould-inhibiting protection slows the appearance of mould and other biological agents on the wood. The low water absorption combined with vapour permeability lets the timber breathe without soaking through — critical for avoiding condensation inside the hive during winter.
03 · APPLICATION
Apply with a facade roller or textured roller, just as you would any exterior textured coating. A brush or wide flat brush is only for finishing off: corners, handle grooves and spots the roller can't reach. On very smooth surfaces, a first coat diluted 20-25% with water is recommended as a grip primer. The second coat goes on undiluted, thick, with cross-hatched strokes, finishing upwards to even out the relief. Surface dry in 4-5 hours, 12 hours between coats. Avoid applying when rain is forecast.
04 · BEFORE YOU BUY
| ✓ FITS | Outside of timber hives, walls and masonry surfaces. |
| ✕ DOES NOT FIT | Spray application: the texture calls for a masonry or textured roller. |
| Type | Water-based textured coating (dispersion of modified vinyl resins) |
|---|---|
| Finish | Matte textured |
| Size | 5-litre tin |
| Colours available | Blue L (ref. Z196) · Blue (ref. Z195) · Cream (ref. 3A49) |
| Coverage | 1 – 1.5 m²/litre (depending on wood porosity) |
| Drying | Surface: 4-5 h · Between coats: 12 h (at 20 °C, 60% RH) |
| VOCs | Max. 15 g/l (EU limit: 40 g/l) |
| Use | Exterior. Wooden beehives, walls and facades |
| Application | Facade roller or textured roller (brush only for finishing) |
| Shelf life | 2 years (sealed container, protected from extreme heat and cold) |
Water-based textured coating with a rough matte finish. Far more resistant and durable than conventional water-based paint. 5-litre tin.
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