Colour That Soaks In, Not Covers Up
Let the Grain Shine Through
Stain is used to enhance—not hide—your wood's natural beauty. Unlike paint, which sits on top, stain soaks into the wood to bring out its grain, color, and character.
Wood stain enhances the natural grain and texture of wood while adding rich, lasting color. It also offers durable protection from moisture and wear, making it ideal for everything from furniture to floors.
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Stain penetrates the surface to protect wood from moisture, scratches, and everyday wear.
Adds rich depth with lasting color, available in a variety of tones, stain gives your wood a warm, dimensional finish that stands the test of time.
Low maintenance finish, stained surfaces tend to show fewer chips or scuffs over time and are easy to touch up if needed.
Breathable and durable, it soaks in rather than coating the top, stain allows the wood to expand and contract naturally—ideal for long-term durability.
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At Colour Coders, we offer both paint and stain options to help protect, preserve, and elevate your space, each with its own strengths depending on your project goals.
Paint is ideal when you're looking for a bold transformation or need to cover surfaces like wood, metal, plastic, or stucco. With the right prep, paint also allows for easy colour changes and layered applications.
Staining is typically quicker to apply, more cost-effective, and easier to touch up over time. It lends woodwork a warm, organic look and is less likely to peel or crack, making it ideal for woodwork where texture and tone are essential.
Whether you're drawn to the bold impact of paint or the natural feel of stain, our team is here to help you choose the right finish for your home.
Paint vs. Stain – What’s the Difference?
Paint forms a protective layer on top of surfaces, offering rich, even coverage in a wide range of colours, finishes, and sheens.
Stain, on the other hand, sinks into the surface—enhancing the natural grain and character of wood rather than covering it up. It's typically quicker to apply, more cost-effective, and easier to touch up over time. Stains give a warm, organic look and are less likely to peel or crack, making them perfect for woodwork where texture and tone matter.
Whether you're drawn to the bold impact of paint or the natural feel of stain, our team is here to help you choose the right finish for your home.
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