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Sansin, Wood Finish of Choice for First-Ever Kappe Architects-Designed Home Outside North America

Strathroy, Ontario, Canada – January 21, 2020 – The Sansin Corporation, a global leader in environmentally friendly, high-performance wood protection, announced today that it was selected as the exclusive provider of wood finishes for a residence designed by Kappe Architects under construction in Kleinmachnow, Germany, near Berlin.

Ray Kappe (1927-2019) was an LA-based architect and educator, as well as the founder of the Southern California Institute of Architecture. Kappe is known for his commitment to sustainability, use of wood, and airy designs that merge indoor and outdoor living. He pioneered the prefabrication of residences that embody Southern California Modernism, a design aesthetic that is carried forward by his sons Ron and Ray Kappe.

The home utilizes quintessential Ray Kappe wooden design elements: redwood imported from California, Douglas fir beams, iroko and red oak. All of the wood is protected with Sansin’s high-performance, low-VOC finishes including Precision Coat SDF.

“Sansin’s consulting and service was absolutely excellent,” says Lars Triesch, homeowner and founder of Original in Berlin, a mid-century modern furniture store. “We selected Sansin because of their experience with redwood – that knowledge is hard to find in Germany – and decided to use it on all of the different wood species. We couldn’t be more pleased with how it looks and how easy the products were to apply.”

Sansin coatings have a reputation for accentuating the beauty of wood while being easy to apply and maintain. Utilizing water-borne technology, the finishes sink deep into the wood, protecting it from within without harsh toxins.

“We are thrilled to be the finish company of choice on this impressive project,” said Caroline March-Long, Sansin’s Director of Sales & Marketing. “We are honored that Lars Triesch selected Sansin for the creation of a home and design that pays tribute to the Kappe tradition.”

About Sansin
For over 30 years, Sansin has been the only wood protection company focused exclusively on researching and developing environmentally-friendly, water-borne interior and exterior wood products and technologies that deliver outstanding color, durability and performance without the toxicity found in conventional stains. Sansin wood treatments, finishes and preservatives use water, not petroleum solvents, to deeply penetrate and protect wood naturally, from within. Headquartered in Ontario, Canada, Sansin has dealer locations in Canada, the U.S. and Europe. To learn more about The Sansin Corporation, or how to become a Sansin preferred dealer, visit www.sansin.com.

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Contact: Caroline March-Long, 1-877-726-7461 or cml@sansin.com

Sansin Finishes Adorn Stunning Western Archrib Glulam Pieces on World-Class Track & Field Facility at University of Oregon

The Sansin Corporation, a global leader in environmentally friendly, high-performance wood protection, and Western Archrib, a leader in the design, manufacture, and custom fabrication of glued-laminated (glulam) structural wood systems, announced today their products are showcased on the stunning track and field facility, Hayward Field at the University of Oregon in Eugene.

The open and airy structure is funded by gifts from Penny and Phil Knight and more than 50 other donors. The world-class facility gives athletes an unparalleled stage for competition and training and provides fans with a theater for track and field.

The newly reconstructed stadium, designed by SRG Partnership and constructed by Hoffman Construction, offers unobstructed views from all 12,650 seats. Elements of Historic Hayward Field, where Phil Knight competed in track and field events while attending the university, were incorporated into the new facility, preserving the rich heritage of the original stadium.

One of the main design objectives was to showcase Oregon history, culture and forest products. To that end, more than 462 Douglas Fir glulam structural wood pieces, sourced by Western Archrib and protected with Sansin’s low-VOC architectural finishes, were used to create 77 unique curves, each containing six pieces of curved wood. There were over one million linear feet of Douglas Fir lumber used in all the glulam pieces – equating to 830.5 laps around a 400-meter track. In fact, if the boards were laid end-to-end, they would stretch from Hayward Field to Oregon’s largest city of Portland and back again.

“This is an incredible mass timber structure,” said Mark Wigston, Senior Manager of Projects and Technical Services at Western Archrib. “It was a massive undertaking, starting with detailed and solution-minded team collaboration with the design group and trade partners. With the plan from the design group, we effectively and efficiently created 462 unique glulam members which are seamlessly integrated and showcased throughout the stadium canopy. This ultimately ensured we exceeded the vision and high expectations set by the design group. We were thrilled to partner with Sansin to provide the stunning glulam members for the project. By applying two coats of the Sansin finish in our shop prior to shipment, we were able to ensure the glulam members were protected in transit and in situ during construction.”

A three-coat KP-12UVW and Precision Coat ENS system in a custom tint was selected for its durability, beauty and environmental profile. The final coat of Precision Coat ENS was applied on the job site during construction.

“We are proud to be part of this iconic project,” said Caroline March-Long, Director of Sales and Marketing at Sansin. “We worked with the architectural team to develop a coating system that would bring out the character of the glulam pieces, while providing maintainable protection from UV and moisture.”

By the Numbers – Glulam Facts for Hayward Field Project

154 unique glulam curves
462 total number of glulam pieces
Deepest beam is 6’-9”; longest beam is 55’-10”
1,900,000 pounds of glulam weight
1,417 metric tons of carbon dioxide stored
1,966 metric tons of total carbon benefit – the equivalent of 416 cars being off the road for a year

About Western Archrib
Western Archrib is a leader in the design, manufacturing, and custom fabrication of glued-laminated structural wood systems. Our product line includes Spruce Pine, Douglas Fir and Alaskan Yellow Cedar Glulam beams, as well as Westdek GLT and CLT panel products. We are certified to manufacture in accordance with the national standards of Canada, the US, and Japan. To learn more about Western Archrib and their products, visit www.westernarchrib.com

About Sansin
For over 30 years, Sansin has been the only wood protection company focused exclusively on researching and developing environmentally friendly, water-borne interior and exterior wood products and technologies that deliver outstanding color, durability and performance without the toxicity found in conventional stains. Sansin wood treatments, finishes and preservatives use water, not petroleum solvents, to deeply penetrate and protect wood naturally, from within. Headquartered in Ontario, Canada, Sansin has dealer locations in Canada, the U.S. and Europe. To learn more about The Sansin Corporation, or how to become a Sansin preferred dealer, visit www.sansin.com.

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Contacts:

Caroline March-Long, The Sansin Corporation
1-877-726-7461
cml@sansin.com

Mark Wigston, Western Archrib
780-440-7879
markw@westernarchrib.com

Sansin Launches Innovative WoodForce System to Create Barnboard Look & Vintage Weathered Effects While Offering Superior Wood Protection

Strathroy, Ontario, Canada – November 5, 2020 – The Sansin Corporation, a global leader in environmentally friendly, high-performance wood protection, has released its new WoodForce weathering system with Intermix colors that allow for creative, customizable looks and effects.

See the WoodForce video for an overview: https://bit.ly/35DNEFO.

The WoodForce Intermix system is based on Sansin’s established Precision Coat formula that has been utilized for 25 years around the world as the leading weathered wood protection solution for large commercial projects.

The WoodForce system uses three products – Accel, Clear and Intermix with seven tints – to create an array of weathered looks and effects, all the while delivering exceptional water repellency and protection against UV, moisture, blackening, discoloration and wood rot.

With WoodForce, even new wood can be made to look weathered and aged without sacrificing the health of the wood. Unlike some accelerated weathering treatments, WoodForce doesn’t damage the wood fiber in the process of aging it.

“The weathered wood look is on-trend, but Sansin has taken it a step further,” said Caroline March-Long, Sansin’s Director of Sales & Marketing. “We offer an innovate system that invites creativity, but retains a focus on keeping the wood protected and easily maintainable.” March-Long added, “At Sansin, we believe you don’t have to sacrifice wood protection for aesthetics, and this product proves it.”

Designers, architects and homeowners can utilize one or more of the WoodForce products for unique results:

WoodForce Clear: This versatile wood coating applies clear and aggressively protects against water and UV damage while allowing wood to weather naturally to a silvery gray color.
WoodForce Accel: Designed to be used in conjunction with WoodForce Clear, Accel speeds up the effects of natural weathering while protecting wood.
WoodForce Intermix: Using seven base colors, Intermix is combined in various ratios to create 27 standard barnboard colors – or the user can create their own unique color. Intermix can be applied with a brush, rag or roller to achieve custom vintage effects.

Each product is environmentally friendly, VOC-compliant, Red List/CARB compliant, breathable, easy to clean with soap and water, and extremely easy to maintain.

Sansin WoodForce is available in a retail formula at select Sansin dealers and is also available in the company’s Factory Finish line for pre-finishing and machine application.

4 Tips for Successful Wood Finishing

4 Tips for Successful Wood Finishing

Wood is a beautiful, durable and versatile material, whether it is being used for millwork, cabinets, furniture, decking, or home construction. To help ensure lasting beauty and protection on your next wood project, follow these best practices.

Select a Suitable Wood Finish
Water-borne coatings are designed to penetrate deeply into the wood, rather than sitting on top, protecting wood from UV exposure and weather elements from the inside out. Water-borne finishes deliver outstanding color, durability and performance without the toxicity found in conventional stains. They are also easy to apply and maintain.

Prepare the Wood Surface
No matter the type of wood you’re working with, proper sanding is a critical first step to remove any mill glaze, open the pores, and allow the finish to penetrate. Use the proper equipment to evenly sand smooth wood the wood surface with 60-80 grit paper, and then use compressed air or a vacuum to remove the dust.

Follow Application Best Practices
Stir the water-borne product well (and continue to do so throughout the application process), ensuring there are no solids left on your stir stick. Test the color on a small, inconspicuous section of the wood to confirm you’re getting the look you want and the penetration the finish needs. Depending on the surface area you are coating, using a sprayer could be the fastest, easiest way to apply the product. For vertical surfaces, use a slightly upward angle and work section by section to apply the finish to the point of refusal from the bottom to the top. Use a high-quality brush to wipe away excess product, drips or runs. Follow the manufacturer’s directions on drying time before applying additional coats. Watch this video to learn more: https://youtu.be/n1QxTfRwWWk.

Be Proactive About Maintenance
The durability of a wood finish depends on many factors, including surface preparation, proper application, exposure to UV and moisture, the color of the finish (the darker the pigment, the more protection it offers), and the quality of the wood, just to name a few. As the maintenance time approaches, examine the surface of the wood every six months to check on the status of the coating.

To learn more about water-borne finishes and to\ get inspiration for your next project, go to Sansin.com.

Home Décor Natick Offers Sansin’s Low-VOC, High-Performance Wood Finishes to Homeowners & Contractors in Massachusetts

The Sansin Corporation, a global leader in environmentally friendly, high-performance wood protection, announced today that the newest Home Décor store located at 198 West Central St. in Natick now carries the full line of Sansin’s interior and exterior low-VOC wood finishes.

Natick homeowners and contractors are now able to protect and beautify their decks, docks, siding, outdoor furniture, cedar shakes and shingles, and marine brightwork with innovative, high-quality, eco-friendly coatings that are easy to apply and maintain.

This is the second Home Décor store to carry the Sansin product line. The local independent store also sells Sansin wood finishes through its Peabody location.

Jay Johannessen, Manager at Home Décor Natick, said the Sansin products check a number of boxes for Home Décor’s discriminating clientele. “The VOC restrictions are changing in the state, so carrying Sansin products helps us get ahead of that regulatory curve with a premium coating that is environmentally friendly without sacrificing quality,” said Johannessen.

He added that the Home Décor customers appreciate getting a product that is easy to use and isn’t available everywhere. “Our customers come to us for high-end products they can’t get at big box stores and our wood protection expertise,” Johannessen explained. “We just received a picture from a customer who refinished his deck with Sansin DEC, and he was really happy with how the product went on. We love to see that!”

Home Décor Natick carries Sansin’s full line of exterior (SDF, DEC, ENS, Classic 1-2-3) and interior (Purity Stain, Purity Glacier, Purity Clear, and Purity Floor) finishes. With onsite tinting available, contractors and DIY customers have a range of color options available to customize their wood projects.

“Home Décor has a reputation for offering only the best products and we are pleased to partner with them to help broaden the company’s clientele base in greater Boston,” said Sansin’s Director of Sales & Marketing Caroline March-Long. “Our finishes stand up particularly well to the moisture-rich marine environment of the area. Sansin’s penetrating formula protects not only the outside of the wood but also the inside by allowing the wood to ‘breathe’, preventing moisture from getting trapped inside,” March-Long described.

To learn more about Sansin products, go to www.sansin.com or visit www.homedecorgroup.com for more about Home Décor Natick.

About Home Décor
Home Décor Group has eight home improvement stores across Massachusetts, the first of which was founded in 1971 as a father-and-son paint and wallpaper store called Walls of Décor. For 50 years, three generations have been making customers feel right at home while helping them achieve their home decorating dreams. The continued growth and success of the family-owned business has been driven by a formula that provides residential and commercial patrons with reliable and affordable home improvement solutions within an exceptional customer service process that’s second-to-none. Learn more at www.homedecorgroup.com.

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Contact: Caroline March-Long, 1-877-726-7461 or cml@sansin.com

Peinture Jonquière Offers Sansin’s Low-VOC, High-Performance Wood Finishes to Homeowners & Contractors in the Saguenay Lac Saint-Jean region

The Sansin Corporation, a global leader in environmentally friendly, high-performance wood protection, has added another premier dealer to its North American network. The full line of Sansin’s interior and exterior environmentally-friendly wood finishes are now available to homeowners and contractors from Peinture Jonquière, an independently owned Benjamin Moore dealer located at 3569 boul Harvey in Jonquière, QC.

With a passion for customer service and loyalty, the Peinture Jonquière store is managed by a Sansin champion who has previous experience with the company’s products and will be spearheading the sales and service of the Sansin line. “Our team has the most experience in the region, and as a purveyor of only the highest-quality products, we are pleased to offer Sansin to our customers,” said owner Jimmy Pageau. “We’ll be able to mix custom-colors on-site, so there is no limit to what our clients can achieve with their wood projects using Sansin finishes.”

Peinture Jonquière will carry Sansin’s full line of exterior (SDF, DEC, ENS, Classic 1-2-3) and interior (Purity Stain, Purity Glacier, Purity Clear, and Purity Floor) finishes. Sansin’s Director of Sales & Marketing Caroline March-Long says having Sansin on its store shelves will bolster Peinture Jonquière’s reputation as an industry-leader in Quebec.

“This area north of Québec City is known for its appreciation of wood as a building material, and they need a finish that can hold up to the elements,” said March-Long. “We have a range of penetrating and breathable wood finish products that stand up to challenges posed by snow, ice, cold and high UV.”

Learn more about Peinture Jonquiere at www.peinturejonquiere.com. For more about Sansin go to www.sansin.com.

About Peinture Jonquiere
The team of experts at Peinture Jonquière Inc. offers professional and courteous service for everything related to coatings, interior decoration and home renovations. The company serves the residential, commercial and industrial sectors of Saguenay.

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Contact: Caroline March-Long, 1-877-726-7461 or cml@sansin.com

Exotic Woods, Inc. Offers Sansin’s Low-VOC, High-Performance Wood Finishes to Contractors & Homeowners in Burlington

The Sansin Corporation, a global leader in environmentally friendly, high-performance wood protection, is pleased to announce that it has added specialty wood supplier, Exotic Woods, Inc. located at 5229 Harvester Rd in Burlington, ON, to its extensive dealer network. Homeowners, contractors and high-end designers can now purchase Sansin’s full line of exterior and interior environmentally-friendly wood finishes at Exotic Woods.

Exotic Woods carries an extensive array of quality hardwood, softwood, and live edge wood, wood flooring, and wood siding at its 50,000-square foot store and warehouse. The company’s inventory includes exotic species including Cocobolo, Katalox, Leopardwood, Pau Ferro, Ziricote and many different types of Ebony, just to name a few.

Mel Hordyk, co-owner of Exotic Woods, said his company strives to be the recognized leader for supplying premium, unique woods and resources to customers across North America. “Our customers come to us to source high-quality wood for residential or commercial projects, and selecting the right wood finish is a critical part of the equation,” said Hordyk. “Sansin provides versatile products for the many types of exotic wood we carry. Sansin is easy to maintain, provides superior protection, and allows the beauty of the wood to shine through.”

Hordyk added that they have specialty clients such as high-end restaurants that demand high-performance, low-VOC finishes that can stand up to the elements and aggressive cleaning. Sansin also works well on Exotic Woods’ rough and unfinished wood. The water-borne finishes – available in a number of sheen options – penetrate deep into the tissue, protecting from within and allowing the beauty of the wood to shine through.

Exotic Woods will carry Sansin’s full line of exterior (SDF, DEC, ENS, Classic 1-2-3) and interior (Purity Stain, Purity Glacier, Purity Clear, and Purity Floor) finishes. On-site tinting will give customers a range of color options – including Sansin’s recently-announced new color additions (read more about the new colors: https://bit.ly/31qYmNl).

“Exotic Woods caters to a discerning clientele of wood enthusiasts who expect nothing less than the best, and that’s what they get with Sansin products,” said Sansin’s Director of Sales & Marketing Caroline March-Long. “Exotic Woods has a deep appreciation for and knowledge about all types of wood. You can depend on them to ask the right questions to select the appropriate Sansin product for your project.”

About Exotic Woods
Exotic Woods was founded in 1979 and has grown to become a prominent North American supplier of premium, unique woods from around the world to designers, contractors and wood enthusiasts. Founder John Hordyk and his wife Tetje had a penchant for fine materials. Hordyk set up a cabinet-making shop using his own woodworking equipment and sourcing quality hardwoods, softwoods and veneers from around the world. He developed a reputation for superior and rare wood that lives on today. The company, headquartered in Burlington, is now owned by Hordyk’s sons, John Jr. and Mel. Exotic Woods houses an extensive inventory of superior hard, soft woods, veneers and plywood. The company operates a wood machining facility and a spacious flooring showroom featuring stunning Canadian and European lines of wood flooring. Learn more about Exotic Woods at www.exotic-woods.com.

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Contact: Caroline March-Long, 1-877-726-7461 or cml@sansin.com

Wood Design & Building Award Winners Announced – Sansin Project Named

Sansin is pleased to announce that the Tsleil-Waututh Administration and Health Centre, located in North Vancouver, BC, and designed by Lubor Trubka Associates Architects, has won the Sansin-sponsored 2019 Wood Design & Building Award. To see the full release, go here.

Tsleil-Waututh Administration & Health Centre

Project of the Month on Tsleil-Waututh

Sansin Launches New Warm, Earthy and Gray Tones for Exterior & Interior Wood Finish Lines

Strathroy, Ontario, Canada – The Sansin Corporation, a global leader in environmentally friendly, high-performance wood protection, has released a range of new colors to complement its already-expansive color palette. Sansin has added 11 new shades to its Purity Interior line and 14 new hues to its exterior translucent and saturated formulas.

New colors in the Purity Interior Stain and Gel line include a range of soothing shades that meet consumer demand for grey tones, such as Elephant Gray, Rye Malt, Witch Hazel, Morning Haze, Mourning Dove, and Grigio. There are also additional brown tones found in Biscuit, Pretzel, Blanched Pecan, and Honey Butter. A warm, off-white color called Almond Crème rounds out the new interior colors. New colors can be seen here under the Interior Tab: https://www.sansin.com/colors/.

For the exterior, translucent shades that enhance the character of the wood were added in shades that include the smoky blue of Midnight Special, an earthy Army Green, and a striking onyx called Black Knight. Deep, saturated colors that showcase the exceptional beauty of wood were also added in shades of blue (Galaxy Blue and Little Boy Blue), grey (Harbor Fog and Starry Night), and tan (Burnt Ochre). New colors can be seen here under the Translucent and Saturated Tabs here: https://www.sansin.com/colors/.

“We are very selective about which tones make it into our color portfolio, which speaks volumes about the beauty of these new colors,” said Caroline March-Long, Sansin’s Director of Sales & Marketing. “We are excited to offer these to our customers who now have even more options for toning the wood while allowing the beauty of the wood grain to show through with remarkable clarity.”

Sansin has harnessed the power of nano technology to create a unique color palette. It is an innovative process that atomizes the highest quality pigments into tiny particles so incredibly fine that they combine with protective oils and resins in Sansin finishes on a molecular level. Once applied to a wood surface, Sansin’s penetrating coatings carry the pigmentation down into the wood for uniform color that is both vibrant and long-lasting, while being environmentally friendly.

The colors are available immediately anywhere Sansin products are sold (https://www.sansin.com/dealer-locator/).

North Delta Paint & Decorating in Surrey, BC, Now Carries Sansin’s Low-VOC, High-Performance Wood Finishes for Contractors & Homeowners

The Sansin Corporation, a global leader in environmentally friendly, high-performance wood protection, has announced that North Delta Paint & Decorating, located at 6350 120^th St. #139, Surrey, BC, now carries the company’s full line of exterior wood finishes.

The location at 64^th and Scott makes the independently owned and operated store convenient for customers. In business for 25 years, owner Zulie Visram says he takes pride in the excellent customer service his staff offers customers, as well as the quality of the products the store carries.

“We work with a lot of pre-stainers who really appreciate the integrity, durability and variety of the Sansin products,” explained Visram. “Since we added Sansin to the store shelves, that part of our business has shot through the roof.” He added that his customers also appreciate the eco-friendly nature of the Sansin products, as well as the wide variety of colors available. “Because we are able to custom tint on-site, the sky is the limit in terms of the colors we can offer. There’s no other stain like Sansin.”

Sansin’s Director of Sales & Marketing Caroline March-Long said the science behind Sansin makes it a superior product. “Wood is tremendously versatile, and it’s extremely durable and strong when it’s protected properly,” said March-Long. “Sansin’s penetrating formulas let the wood ‘breathe’ and adjust to fluctuating temperatures and moisture levels, which is important in a location like Surrey where wet weather is common.”

Sansin’s exterior finishes offer protection for siding, decks, furniture and millwork.

DEC: Dec is a rugged two-coat formula that penetrates deeply, protecting the wood from within. While many deck coatings easily peel and scratch, Dec penetrates deep into the wood tissue for lasting protection from rain and UV exposure.
ENS: This extremely durable two-coat finish can be applied to virtually any surface – from millwork and siding to decks and outdoor furniture. ENS is highly resistant to wear, doesn’t discolor over time, and provides some of the toughest UV protection available when used as a topcoat for Foundation, SDF or Classic, resulting in a satin or gloss finish of exceptional beauty.
Classic 1·2·3: Classic was developed to protect and beautify logs and big timbers, which can often have a high moisture content. The low-lustre, three-coat penetrating formula enhances the natural beauty of wood, allowing the wood to breathe and preventing moisture from getting trapped and rotting the wood from inside.
SDF: SDF provides tough, effective protection for wood siding. SDF’s specially formulated oils and resins penetrate into the wood, providing outstanding weather and UV protection in a wide range of colors. SDF also comes in a durable topcoat finish that is highly resistant to wear, doesn’t discolor over time, and enhances the natural UV protection – and beauty – of the existing Sansin SDF finish.

About North Delta Paint & Decorating
North Delta Paint & Decorating is independently owned and operated. In business for 25 years, the store prides itself on providing exceptional customer service. North Delta Paint & Decorating carries a full line of sundries to meet the needs of its contractor and homeowner clientele.