Last updated on May 15th 2026 by ProGuard Exteriors

ProGuard Exteriors completed a unique exterior refurbishment project on a riverside cabin in Henley-on-Thames, restoring and protecting a timber-clad property located directly beside the river.

Long-term exposure to moisture and changing weather conditions had caused significant weathering to the exterior surfaces, so the customer required a durable long-life coating solution suitable for a demanding waterside environment.

Overview

This riverside cabin in Henley-on-Thames required extensive preparation and repainting works to improve the appearance of the timber exterior and provide long-lasting protection against the elements. The property’s position directly beside the river created additional access challenges, with tools, materials and equipment needing to be transported across the water by boat throughout the project.

The timber cladding had significantly weathered over time and required careful preparation before any coating system could be applied. The aim was to restore the exterior, create the correct base for adhesion, and apply a finish that would suit the cabin’s traditional design and surrounding riverside setting.

Our Response

Following a full assessment, the ProGuard Exteriors team carried out extensive preparation works across the timber cladding and surrounding details. All wooden cladding was fully sanded down to remove loose material, smooth weathered surfaces and create the correct foundation for the coating system.

The exterior was also cleaned and treated, with detailed preparation completed around windows, decking and trim to ensure a high-quality finish throughout. Once the preparation works were complete, the Andura Proflex coating system was applied across the exterior in a soft cream finish, providing a fresh appearance and added protection for the timber exterior.

Final Specification

Boat Access: Transported tools, materials and equipment across the river by boat throughout the project.

Timber Cladding Preparation: Fully sanded the timber cladding to remove loose material, smooth weathered areas and create the correct surface for adhesion.

Cleaning and Treatment: Cleaned and treated the weathered exterior surfaces before coating.

Detailed Preparation: Completed careful preparation around windows, decking and trim to support a neat, high-quality finish.

Andura Proflex Coating: Applied Andura Proflex long-life wall coating in a soft cream finish across the exterior.

Exterior Repaint and Finish: Completed full exterior repainting and finishing works to refresh and protect the cabin.

Benefits Achieved

The completed refurbishment gave the riverside cabin a clean, bright and well-maintained appearance while improving protection for the timber exterior.

Fresh Exterior Appearance: The soft cream finish refreshed the cabin and worked well with its traditional design and riverside setting.

Long-Lasting Protection: The durable coating system helps protect the timber exterior against moisture, changing weather conditions and general wear.

Reduced Future Maintenance: The long-life coating solution helps reduce future maintenance requirements and prolong the life of the exterior timber.

High-Quality Finish: Careful sanding, cleaning, treatment and detailed preparation ensured the final finish achieved a strong decorative standard.

Why Use ProGuard Exteriors

For unique exterior refurbishment projects, careful planning and preparation are essential. This project required a practical approach to access, detailed timber preparation and a coating system suited to a challenging riverside environment.

Access Planning: The team managed the challenge of transporting equipment and materials across the river by boat.

Thorough Preparation: All timber cladding was sanded, cleaned and prepared properly before the coating system was applied.

Suitable Coating Selection: Andura Proflex was chosen for its durability, flexibility and weather resistance in a demanding riverside location.

Complete Exterior Refurbishment: Preparation, coating and finishing works were completed across the exterior to deliver a refreshed, protected result.

Why It Matters

Riverside properties are exposed to moisture, weather changes and general wear, making the right preparation and coating system especially important. By fully preparing the timber cladding and applying Andura Proflex in a soft cream finish, ProGuard Exteriors restored the Henley-on-Thames cabin and provided a protective finish designed for demanding outdoor environments close to the water.

Request a free site survey and no-obligation quote today to see how ProGuard Exteriors can support your next exterior refurbishment project.

ProGuard Exteriors provide exterior wall coatings, timber refurbishment, external repainting and protective coating solutions for homes and specialist properties.

We work across Oxfordshire and surrounding areas including Henley-on-Thames, Reading, Marlow, Wallingford, Oxford and nearby locations.