Timbabuild® EWS Wood Primer – Deep-Penetrating Epoxy Stabiliser for Damaged Timber Timbabuild EWS is a professional-grade, low-viscosity epoxy wood stabiliser engineered to restore, reinforce, and prime weakened or decayed timber before structural repair. With superior penetration, a solvent-free formula, and an accurate 2:1 squeeze-chamber dosing system, EWS ensures maximum bonding strength and long-term durability when used with Timbabuild ERC10 or EHB60 repair compounds. For restorers, painters, and carpenters who demand guaranteed adhesion, stability, and lasting repair performance—EWS is the industry benchmark. Features Low-Viscosity Deep Penetration – stabilises damaged, soft or fibrous wood by soaking deep into the grain. Solvent-Free Formula – safe for indoor and outdoor applications; won’t shrink or evaporate. Pre-Measured 2:1 Mixing System – squeeze-chamber ensures perfect ratio and eliminates mixing errors. High Strength & Durability – reinforces timber to accept structural epoxy repair without failure. Fast Recoat Window – ERC10 or EHB60 repairs can be applied 20 minutes to 4 hours after priming. Simple, Clean Application – easy brush-on formula; no solvent cleaning required (use disposable brushes). Compatible System – designed specifically for Timbabuild ERC10 Rapid Cure & EHB60 High Build. Drillable and Sandable Applications Ideal for professional timber restoration, repair and preparation of: Soft, decayed, cracked, and weathered wood Window frames, sills, doors & thresholds Fascia boards, architectural trims, structural sections Knotted or previously damaged timber Interior and exterior repairs requiring stabilisation before epoxy fill Any timber repair requiring deeper penetration than traditional wood hardeners Technical Specs Mix Ratio 2:1 Base : Hardener Viscosity Low - deep penetrating Mixed Density 1.08 g/cm³ Application Temperature +5°C to +30°C Cure Time before Repair 20mins - 4hrs Typical Coverage (300ml Pack) Hardwood: 2.0m²Softwood: 1.5m²Damaged wood: 1.0m² Shelf Life 24 months Video Downloads Timbabuild Application Process