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or the ultimate brilliance and resilience, we begin by prepping the wood surface for the finish. It takes multiple sequences of sanding with progressively finer sandpaper to open the pores of the wood, and by applying multiple coats of paint or stain, we create the best fnish possible. In our opinion, hand conditioning the wood in this manner is necessary, however labor-intensive. It is the best process to create the most favorable surface, be it paint or stain.

Normandy’s wood grain characteristics are exceptional. With stain, the distinctive wood grain has an enhanced color, depth and pattern character with the inherent texture of the timber being defned. The clear coating protects the surface without masking the beauty of the grain. Like your shutters smooth? Our contemporary paints gleam on the satin polished surface. What ever your personal style – warm and rustic or sleek and refned, you sure to fnd the perfect match for your décor.