At Hartwood Timber, creating a bespoke estate sign or an artisan chopping board is a process driven by precision and passion. We start with the finest sustainably sourced, FSC-certified timbers—whether that’s the timeless grain of European Oak or the rugged durability of Iroko.
But as any woodworker knows, selecting the timber is only half the battle. What truly brings a project to life, ensures its longevity, and honours the natural beauty of the wood are the products we use to build and finish it.
That is why we are absolutely thrilled to announce that Hartwood Timber is officially a brand ambassador for two workshop essentials we couldn’t live without: Rubio Monocoat and O3a Adhesives.
Here is a look behind the scenes at why these products have earned a permanent spot on our workbenches, and how they help us maintain the award-winning standard of our craft.
Rubio Monocoat: The Ultimate, Sustainable Finish
If you’ve followed our journey or own one of our pieces, you know how much we care about sustainability and the raw, tactile feel of real timber. Traditional varnishes and polyurethanes often wrap wood in a thick, plastic-like film, stripping away its natural texture.
Rubio Monocoat changes the game entirely. Built on revolutionary molecular bonding technology, the oil adheres to the very upper microns of the wood fibres in just a single layer.
Why we love Rubio Monocoat products for Hartwood Timber projects:
- Application: The treatments we use from Rubio Monocoat bond molecularly, protecting the wood without leaving overlap marks or build-up.
- Look & Feel: The transparent Woodcream delivers a stunning matte finish that protects timber from the elements while allowing you to still feel the authentic grain of the wood.
- Environmentally Friendly: Rubio Monocoat uses mostly natural materials to create their products, and the Woodcream we use on our signs is completely VOC free. This aligns perfectly with our workshop’s eco-conscious ethos and our commitment to the environment.
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O3a Adhesives: Precision and Detail in the Making
Wood is a living, breathing material. Every slab of timber that enters our workshop comes with its own unique history, which means dealing with natural characteristics like knots, minor cracks, and small cavities.
To stabilize these features without compromising the integrity of the piece, we rely on O3a Adhesives. Their premium range of Cyanoacrylate (CA) glues and activators are specifically engineered for makers who demand perfection.
How we use it in the workshop:
- Complete Control: Woodworking requires patience, but waiting hours for glue to dry shouldn’t slow down the creative process. Combined with the low-odor, non-staining O3a Aerosol Accelerator, the adhesive sets securely in less than 20 seconds.
- Flawless Finishes: Unlike standard superglues, O3a formulas feature minimal “blooming” (that annoying white, crystalline residue), ensuring our timber stays clean and ready for finishing.
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Only Recommending What We Trust
We take immense pride in the partnerships we form. We would never recommend a product to our community that we don’t proudly stand behind and use on our own work day in, day out.
Whether you are a fellow trade professional, a passionate hobbyist, or a DIY enthusiast tackling a weekend project, we know you’ll love the finish and reliability that Rubio Monocoat and O3a Adhesives bring to the table.
