Symphony Coatings Group Forms Strategic Partnership with Anker Stuy Coatings, Bringing Innovative Wood Coating Solutions to the UK
Symphony Coatings Group is proud to announce a new partnership with Anker Stuy Coatings, a leading Dutch manufacturer of specialist wood coatings. This exciting collaboration will see Symphony Coatings Group become a key distributor of Anker Stuy's premium wood finishing systems, further enhancing the comprehensive product portfolio available to joinery manufacturers, furniture makers, and professional applicators across the United Kingdom.

"We are incredibly proud to partner with Anker Stuy, a company that shares our unwavering dedication to quality, innovation, and longevity," said Graham Morris, Director, Symphony Coatings Group. "This collaboration significantly strengthens our offering in the wood coatings sector, allowing us to provide our customers with even more cutting-edge solutions. Anker Stuy's reputation for excellence and their commitment to research and development align perfectly with our mission to deliver the best possible finishing results for our clients and to empower them to achieve exceptional finishes”
Coating Systems Engineered for Real-World Performance
Why Anker Stuy?
Founded in the Netherlands and built over three generations, Anker Stuy has earned a reputation for technical innovation in water-based coating systems. Their products are developed with sustainability at their core, offering low-VOC, fast-drying, and weather-resistant coatings, many of which are KOMO-certified and independently tested for durability.
From robust exterior topcoats with up to 15 years of maintenance-free performance, to interior lacquer systems that deliver smooth finishes and stain-blocking power, Anker Stuy provides complete, field-proven solutions trusted by joiners and wood finishers across Europe.
Anker Stuy’s Hydrolux range is more than a collection of products-it’s a fully integrated system built for modern manufacturing environments. Whether protecting Accoya timber against extreme weather, or ensuring consistent results in spray booths, each coating is engineered with the end-user in mind, ensuring superior results across various applications.
Customers working on diverse exterior wood projects, including windows, doors, and bespoke timber constructions can now benefit from coating solutions that balance technical performance, application efficiency, and long-term aesthetics.
Looking Ahead
The partnership between Symphony Coatings Group and Anker Stuy Coatings represents a shared vision: empowering professionals with best-in-class solutions that improve results, reduce environmental impact, and streamline production processes.
A New Chapter for Customers at Symphony Coatings Group
This partnership signifies more than an expansion of the product portfolio- it introduces a complete solution for professionals working with exterior joinery, Accoya timber, cladding, and more. Symphony Coatings Group is initially launching with the cutting-edge Anker Stuy Hydrolux range, a high-performance, water-based paint system for exterior wood, built on Tri-Cryl® technology. It offers exceptional durability, UV resistance, and low water absorption, ensuring long-lasting protection and a maintained aesthetic for various timber types. Designed for industrial use, the comprehensive system includes primers, and topcoats, all known for fast drying times and excellent application properties. KOMO certified, Hydrolux guarantees stringent quality and extended maintenance-free periods, available in a wide range of colours and finishes.
The introduction of these products enhances Symphony Coatings Groups’ ability to support customers with high-quality, technically supported coating systems, particularly in the exterior coatings and joinery sectors. It ensures a more comprehensive, future-focused offering tailored to the demands of modern wood protection.
Renowned for their expertise in sustainable water-based products, Anker Stuy brings over a century of coating innovation, particularly in exterior wood protection. The partnership represents a natural alignment between two industry leaders who share a commitment to quality, service, and technical excellence.