Circa 1850 Refinishing, Restoration and Renovation Products

01/26/2026

From a small family paint company with multiple retail outlets across the Montreal region to a chemical company focused on wood finishing, specialty paints & finishes and private labels offerings, Swing Paints is proud of its growth and evolution over the last 60 years.
Thanks to all our customers and partners for helping to build the Circa 1850 brand. Looking forward to more adventures to come and the hope that we've managed to make our father proud along the way.

10/23/2025

We can't get enough of a great "Before & After" project - so I'm happy to share the amazing transformation from one of our valued clients. The glorious wood of their side gate was brought to life with the help of our Circa 1850 DEX Outdoor Oil https://swingpaints.com/product/2707/Circa-1850-Outdoor-Oil - a unique blend of plant oils developed to hydrate, protect and beautify.

05/16/2025

So great to partner with Roger from www.woodwizards.ca whose team used our Swing Professional Removers https://bit.ly/4ko6wgH in their restoration of the West Coast Fishing Club on Langara Island off the Haida Gwaii coast.
What an awesome undertaking - stripping, power washing and restoring up to 20 layers of old finish over 12,000 sq. ft. - and there is still more to come this Fall.
We love to be just a small part of preserving these beautiful structures that line the Canadian landscape. So, if you're looking for us this weekend, we'll definitely be GONE FISHING 🐠

10/01/2024

After all their use over the summer, your wobbly chairs, tables and wooden tools are desperately in need of some attention. Put away the glue and reach for a more productive and lasting alternative - Circa 1850 Chair-Lock Wood Sweller https://bit.ly/3N95EOm

07/16/2024

Treasures can be found in the most random of places. This corner table was in pretty rough shape when it was discovered abandoned by the side of the road in New Hampshire.
But with the right combination of Circa 1850 products, the transformation was dramatic!

We started with Circa 1850 Furniture Stripper https://bit.ly/4d2D63R followed by DEX Wood Cleaner & Brightener https://bit.ly/4bKNf4c and then finished to perfection with Circa 1850 Tung Oil https://bit.ly/3Wqa7ll

So, if you're wandering garage sales or just roaming the neighborhood this summer, let your imagination go as you may be looking at you next great furniture find!

Founded in 1965 in Montreal, the Circa 1850 brand has become synonymous with the do-it-yourself refinishing industry in Canada and beyond.

05/29/2024

Thanks to our customer J. O'Keefe who gave new life to an old farm sink with Klenk's Epoxy Enamel! https://bit.ly/3kerboX 😍✨ This project definitely took some patience and elbow grease, but seeing the transformation should make it all worthwhile. Hope this motivates everyone to tackle more DIY adventures for the summer!

03/13/2024

🎨✨ Dive into a world of color and creativity with our latest episode: Palette of Possibilities - Colorful Marketing Saga Unveiled! 🌈

Join us as we journey through the vibrant landscape of Swing Paints alongside Eric Chaimberg, Vice President of this illustrious family legacy. 🖌️ Discover the vivid canvas of their startup story, filled with bold strokes of market expansion and dazzling offerings.

From mastering the art of storytelling to embracing the DIY spirit, explore Swing Paints' captivating journey through the colorful lens of branding. 🌟

Don't miss out on this inspiring tale of innovation, challenges, and the power of turning dreams into reality! Tune in now to unlock a world of endless possibilities.

11/16/2023

Always great to collaborate with the community we've been a part of for almost 60 years. The beautifully designed benches installed in Pointe-Saint-Charles received a much needed refresh ahead of winter.

Thanks to the SDC Pointe-Saint-Charles, some elbow grease, a little sanding and our Circa 1850 DEX Exterior Varnish https://www.swingpaints.com/product/1815/Circa-1850-DEX-Marine-Grade-Exterior-Varnish the benches are looking brand new and ready to welcome all passers by.

07/31/2023

🖌️ ART MURAL 🖌️
Une nouvelle murale affiche ses couleurs à la Pointe grâce à Swing Paints Circa 1850 Refinishing, Restoration and Renovation Products qui a généreusement offert sa façade!

Cette œuvre est une célébration de l'art, de la culture et du pouvoir de l'unité pour promouvoir le bien-être mental.

Elle a été réalisée par Press Start Coop avec les artistes Cedar Eve et HAKS 180 en collaboration avec 13 organisateurs jeunesse.

RDV au dévoilement officiel:
🎨 Lundi 31 juillet, de 17h à 19h
🎨 Croisement entre les rues Island et Saint Patrick
🎨 Pour les détails: https://www.facebook.com/events/6442237929158220/?ref=newsfeed

02/17/2023

Happy belated Valentine's Day, everyone! Even though the day has passed, it's never too late to show your love and appreciation for the important people in your life.

Since we love our crafting and DIY projects, we wanted to share with you a fun and creative way to make solid hearts that will never be broken 💔

First, you'll need a silicone heart mold and some of our Circa 1850 NU-LUSTRE-55 https://bit.ly/31QsLch. Mix the two components according to the instructions, and then pour the mixture into the mold. Let it dry for a few hours or overnight, and you'll have beautiful, solid hearts that you can use in a variety of ways.

These hearts are perfect for decorating your home, office, or storefront, and they make great gifts for your customers, employees, or loved ones. You can even add some color or glitter to the epoxy mixture for a more personalized touch.