15 best wood impregnations

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Wood is a popular building material that is widely used in Russia. To increase the lifespan of wood, it must be carefully looked after. Special impregnations help to protect wooden structures from negative atmospheric influences, decay, the appearance of fungus, mold and insects. In addition, some compounds reduce the flammability of the material, making it fireproof. Products from different manufacturers are presented on the domestic market, each of them praises its own antiseptic. The advice of our experts will allow you not to make a mistake when choosing a composition.

How to choose an impregnation for wood

1. The basis. Several types of impregnations are found in stores today. The most versatile experts consider water-based antiseptics. They are applied in different ways (brush, spray gun, roller), providing protection from fire, moisture, sun and bio-damage. Acrylic compounds are notable for their low price, good water-repellent properties, and environmental friendliness. But it is impossible to work with such impregnation at negative temperatures. Antiseptics based on organic solvents protect wood well from destructive factors, but pose a danger to humans during application.
2. Appointment. The use of impregnation can be caused by several reasons. Antiseptic properties prevent the development of microorganisms. Such impregnations are needed when decorating baths and saunas. The introduction of fire retardants into the preparation prevents combustion processes. This quality is in demand when processing boiler rooms. External impregnations have water-repellent and frost-resistant qualities. In addition, an important element of the recipe is UV filters, which protect the wood from burning out. A set of weatherproof qualities will be needed when decorating outdoor bases. To highlight the natural beauty of wood, decorative impregnation is required. It will make the interior space especially beautiful.
3. Consumption. When choosing an impregnation, many users pay attention to the price, forgetting about the expense. Most often, it is indicated by the manufacturer based on ideal conditions. Only in practice is it possible to determine the real consumption. If good protection appears after 1-2 layers are applied, then the finishing costs will be lower than with multi-layer impregnation of wood with a cheap composition.
4. Environmental friendliness. When choosing an antiseptic for interior work, the environmental friendliness of the product will be the determining factor in the purchase. This is especially true when decorating bedrooms and children's rooms. In this case, water-based preparations will be the safest.

We have included 15 of the best wood treatments in our roundup. All of them are sold in Russian stores and have positive reviews from experts and consumers.

Rating of the best impregnations for wood

Nomination	a place	Name of product	rating
The best wood impregnation for interior use	1	Pinotex Interior	4.9
	2	Tikkurila Supi	4.8
	3	Aquatex Rogneda Extra	4.8
	4	NEOMID 430 ECO	4.7
	5	Tex Biotex Classic Universal	4.7
	6	Extra Aquatex with wax	4.6
	7	Ecohouse	4.5
The best wood impregnation for outdoor use	1	Tikkurila Eko Wood	4.9
	2	Luxens	4.8
	3	Pinotex Ultra	4.8
	4	EXTREME CLIMATE	4.7
	5	Dufa Wood Protect	4.7
	6	Nortex-Disinfector	4.6
The best fire retardants for wood	1	NEOMID 450	4.9
	2	Senezh Ognebio Prof	4.8

The best wood impregnation for interior use

Taking care of the protection of the tree, it is important to remember about your own safety. Therefore, impregnations for interior work are selected taking into account environmental friendliness. The experts drew attention to several compositions.

Pinotex Interior

Rating: 4.9

Pinotex Interior impregnation forms an effective protective film on wood. The paints and varnishes of the Estonian manufacturer have proven themselves well in the harsh Russian climate. The composition is made on a water basis, it does not have a pungent smell. Experts note the ease of application of an antiseptic; no drips form during work. Fast drying of the treated surface is combined with uniform absorption, which makes the wood structure expressive and beautiful. No fingerprints or small wood defects are visible on the matte layer formed.

Users are satisfied with the appearance of the matte finish, reliable protection of wood from moisture and dirt. Of the minuses, it should be noted the appearance of fakes in the domestic market.

Advantages

• safety and environmental friendliness;
• wide range of shades;
• fast drying;
• lack of smell.

disadvantages

• there are counterfeit products.

Tikkurila Supi

Rating: 4.8

Finnish impregnation Tikkurila Supi is in second place in our rating. The protective composition forms a semi-matt acrylate coating, which can be tinted. The antiseptic is intended for the treatment of wooden surfaces in rooms with different humidity, including steam rooms, showers and other rooms of baths and saunas. With the help of processing, it is possible to preserve the original color of the wood, to keep the finish clean. Experts note the reliable protection against dirt and moisture that the composition provides.

Users praise the Finnish impregnation for durable protection of wood from mold and blue, low consumption, quick drying. Any room immediately acquires individuality and uniqueness.

Advantages

• reliable protection against mold and mildew;
• economical consumption;
• moisture and dirt resistance;
• the possibility of tinting.

disadvantages

• high price.

Aquatex Rogneda Extra

Rating: 4.8

The Russian composition for wood Aquatex Rogneda Extra is distinguished by complex protection. At the same time, the processing cost is lower than after applying several paint and varnish products. The impregnation prevents biodegradation of wood (fungus, mold, blue), darkening from UV rays and atmospheric influences. The antiseptic is highly decorative, allowing you to make finishing under the elite varieties of wood. The composition can be applied not only to new materials (timber, plywood, fiberboard, chipboard), but also to old bases.

To the advantages of the composition, users consider good comprehensive protection, high decorative qualities, simple application, and a rich palette. Among the shortcomings, we can mention the unpleasant odor and long drying time. The impregnation is in the top three of the rating.

Advantages

• beautiful appearance;
• comprehensive protection;
• saves the drawing of the tree;
• ease of application.

disadvantages

• unpleasant odor;
• dries for a long time.

NEOMID 430 ECO

Rating: 4.7

An aqueous solution of NEOMID 430 ECO antiseptic forms a strong chemical bond with wood. This preservative does not wash out with water, it can maintain all the qualities of wood in the most difficult conditions. Experts recommend using the product for treating boards and bars that have been in contact with water or soil for a long time (bath, greenhouse, garden beds). Wood impregnated with an antiseptic is not affected by fungi, moss, algae, wood-boring insects. The duration of protection reaches 35 years.

Users are satisfied with such properties of NEOMID 430 ECO as long term protection, environmental friendliness, wide range of applications. The disadvantages include staining the tree in a greenish-gray color, the presence of a specific smell. Therefore, the 4th position of the rating.

Advantages

• acceptable price;
• long-term protection against biological damage;
• environmental friendliness;
• is not washed out.

disadvantages

• wood staining;
• unpleasant smell.

Tex Biotex Classic Universal

Rating: 4.7

The domestic impregnation Teks Biotex Classic Universal can boast of universal qualities. The recipe was developed by Russian scientists, and the antiseptic is produced in workshops with modern imported equipment. The impregnation contains a biocide that prevents the appearance of rot, mildew, mold, etc. The manufacturer recommends applying an antiseptic to the primed surface. The composition is not suitable for protecting wood in rooms with high humidity and temperature (baths, saunas).

Users praise the availability of the drug, beautiful shades on wood, and ease of use. Experts put the impregnation in fifth place in the rating due to the corrosive smell, fragility of the protective coating.

Advantages

• affordable price;
• good covering ability;
• ease of use;
• emphasizes the structure of the tree.

disadvantages

• corrosive smell;
• weak moisture resistance.

Extra Aquatex with wax

Rating: 4.6

The wood is impregnated with Extra Aquatex with wax to give the wood a beautiful semi-gloss look. This leave-in composition is antifungal and prevents the appearance of mold and blue stains on wood products. The presence of UV filters and nanoparticles in the preparation reliably protects the surface from burnout when exposed to direct sunlight. The recipe contains such natural ingredients as wax and vegetable oils. They not only accentuate the texture, but also make the wood elastic, protecting it from cracking. The experts liked the insect control efficiency and the slight odor.

Impregnation was unable to rise higher in our rating due to its fragility. Users renew the coating every 3-4 years, and the composition dries for a long time.

Advantages

• protection against microorganisms and insects;
• affordable price;
• is not washed off with water;
• good palette.

disadvantages

• fragility;
• dries for a long time.

Ecohouse

Rating: 4.5

At the most attractive price, the impregnation with Ecohouse is sold on the Russian market. But not only for the low cost, it gets into our rating. The experts highly appreciated the environmental friendliness of the composition, the absence of organic solvents in it. The drug not only prevents the appearance of microorganisms, but also effectively fights against the already settled fungi and mold. After processing, the wood does not change its attractive appearance, the coating does not hinder the breathing of the material, does not impair adhesion to paints and varnishes and adhesives.

Domestic consumers like the price, effective fight against biodegradation, preservation of the tree structure. The disadvantages include long drying, poor covering ability, unpleasant odor.

Advantages

• low price;
• effective fight against biological damage;
• preservation of wood texture;
• low corrosive activity.

disadvantages

• dries for a long time;
• poor covering ability;
• unpleasant smell.

The best wood impregnation for outdoor use

Outdoor wooden structures are negatively affected by rain, sun, frost. Therefore, the impregnation requires maximum resistance to weathering. The specialists liked the following drugs.

Tikkurila Eko Wood

Rating: 4.9

It is possible to preserve the natural beauty of the tree with the help of Tikkurila Eko Wood glaze. Experts gave the impregnation the first line of the rating for reliable protection against weathering. It neutralizes the influence of water, ultraviolet radiation and microorganisms on wood. The antiseptic proved to be good in the treatment of exterior walls of houses, doors, windows, fences, terraces, etc. The manufacturer's catalog contains 40 colors, which allows you to choose the most suitable tinting.

The product is manufactured in St. Petersburg, which makes it affordable for many Russian consumers. Users love the good penetration of the antiseptic and the long-lasting protection of external surfaces.

Advantages

• preserves the natural beauty of the tree;
• protects well against biodegradation;
• prevents wood from burning out in the sun;
• acceptable price.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Luxens

Rating: 4.8

The well-known company Leroy Merlin has organized the production of Luxens impregnation in Russia. Both colorless and colored antiseptics leave the conveyor of the enterprise. The composition won the second place in the rating for economical consumption, resistance to weathering, ease of application. The durability of the protective coating is 3-4 years, while maintaining the natural appearance of wooden bases. Due to the alkyd base, the impregnation has a moderate odor, which does not cause problems when performing outdoor work. By the way, immediately after the layer dries, the smell disappears completely.

Users note the low consumption of impregnation, even one layer is enough to protect wooden structures. Not everyone is happy with the smell of the composition, it is not very convenient to apply the drug with a brush.

Advantages

• emphasizes the beauty of the tree;
• long-term protection against biological damage;
• affordable price;
• economical consumption.

disadvantages

• unpleasant smell.

Pinotex Ultra

Rating: 4.8

Weatherability and decorativeness became the main factors for getting Pinotex Ultra impregnation into the third line of the rating. The manufacturer offers both colorless and colored compositions. The coating protects the wood not only from water and UV rays, but also prevents combustion. The recipe contains a special filter that prevents the penetration of sunlight into the structure of the tree. Thanks to it, the natural texture of the wood is preserved for many years. To improve absorption into the base, the manufacturer has developed a special AWB technology.

Users liked the ease of application, the absence of splashing and sagging, moisture resistance and dirt repellency. The disadvantages include the high price and long drying time.

Advantages

• good protection against burnout;
• water and dirt repellency;
• beautiful view;
• high quality.

disadvantages

• high price;
• dries for a long time.

EXTREME CLIMATE

Rating: 4.7

Any wood species will be protected from external influences by the EXTREME CLIMATE impregnation. The composition is water-based and intended for indoor and outdoor use. Wood treated with an antiseptic is not afraid of rain, snow, sunlight. Deep penetration into the structure prevents the appearance and reproduction of insects. Microfilm is characterized by its ability to pass air, so natural material can “breathe”.

In the reviews, users are flattering about the quick drying of the impregnation, the absence of odor and good hiding power. Among the shortcomings, there is a high price, as well as a shortage of the product in the retail network. Therefore, the impregnation stops one step away from the top three in the rating.

Advantages

• universality of application;
• reliable protection against atmospheric influences;
• lack of unpleasant odor;
• breathable film structure.

disadvantages

• high price;
• deficit in the trading network.

Dufa Wood Protect

Rating: 4.7

The Dufa Wood Protect impregnation is widely used. With this compound, durable protection of external wooden surfaces is carried out. It is recommended to process walls and facades of houses, gazebos and fences. The matte finish fully retains the attractive texture. Thanks to the acrylic-alkyd base, a reliable weather barrier is formed. It is possible to apply impregnation to wooden structures by any means, the drying time of the layer at 20 ° C is only 1 hour. The composition occupies the fifth position in the ranking.

Domestic consumers liked the smooth surface after application, the ease of application, and the absence of odor. The high price hinders the use of an antiseptic for a large amount of work.

Advantages

• no smell;
• long-lasting weather protection;
• easily washed off hands;
• smooth coating.

disadvantages

• high price;
• several layers are required.

Nortex-Disinfector

Rating: 4.6

Antiseptic Nortex-Disinfector is used to protect not only wooden bases, but brick, concrete structures from mold and mildew. The experts praised the ability of the impregnation to treat “diseased” material. The action of the drug is based on deep penetration into the structure and antiseptic effect on fungus and mold. The manufacturer recommends using the product in extreme conditions (increased dampness, contact with soil). After drying, the layer does not lighten or tint the wood, preserving its natural beauty.

The composition was included in our rating due to its value for money. Users noticed several drawbacks, which include a long drying time (10-15 days), inconvenient packaging and a modest assortment.

Advantages

• heals diseases;
• penetrates deep into the structure;
• preserves the beauty of natural material;
• acceptable price.

disadvantages

• dries for a long time;
• inconvenient packing;
• modest assortment.

The best fire retardants for wood

If the wood trim is near an open flame, it must be treated with a fire retardant impregnation. It makes wood a difficult combustible material, expanding its scope. Here are the best fireproof formulations.

NEOMID 450

Rating: 4.9

NEOMID 450 impregnation is a highly effective agent for fire protection of wooden structures. The compound can be used both inside and outside buildings. When the drug interacts with wood, a poorly flammable and hardly combustible material is formed. At the same time, the wooden surface is protected from rotting and the appearance of mold. The domestic manufacturer promises up to 7 years of fire protection and 10 years of protection against biological damage. The product is offered to the consumer in a colorless and tinted version. The experts gave the squad the first place in our rating.

Users love the simultaneous protection of wood from biodegradation and fire and the ease of use. The disadvantages include a long drying time (12-14 days) before applying paints and varnishes.

Advantages

• comprehensive tree protection;
• universality of application;
• long service life of the coating;
• different methods of application.

disadvantages

• dries for a long time.

Senezh Ognebio Prof

Rating: 4.8

Comprehensive protection for wood can be created by impregnating Senezh Ognebio Prof. After processing, the base becomes difficult to combustible, it does not rot, biodefects, and bugs settle. Wood becomes resistant to moisture and temperature changes. It is not recommended to contact the treated elements only with the ground. Users should take into account that after drying, the surface changes its color, although the natural structure of the wood remains. The drug can also be used for biological damage to a tree.

Having weighed all the pros and cons of the roster, the experts gave it second place in the ranking. Users note the absence of odor, fire safety and ease of use. Of the shortcomings, the high consumption of antiseptic is often mentioned.

Advantages

• comprehensive tree protection;
• heals bases infected with microorganisms;
• affordable price.

disadvantages

• contact with soil is not allowed;
• high consumption.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.