How To Paint Fencing
Once you have decided on the best fence paint for you, it is time to discuss how exactly to apply it. The best time of year to do any exterior painting is in spring and summer, as you must have dry conditions to paint. Make sure you check the forecast and leave yourself enough time to fully complete the painting before the heavens open as this can completely derail the project.
You will need:
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- Wood paint or woodstain
- Primer (if required)
- Paint brush or roller
- Paint tray or kettle
- Sandpaper
- Dust sheet
- Wire brush
- Paint scraper (if required)
Step 1: Preparation
The first step when painting any surface is to properly prepare it, as this is the key to long-lasting results.
Begin by covering any plants and other objects underneath the fencing using a dust sheet.
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If the fence has been previously painted and there is peeling or flake paint, remove this using a paint scraper.
Next, clean down the fences first with a wire brush, to remove any large dirt and debris from the surface. Once large dirt has been removed, you may want to use a pressure washer or a garden hose to wash down the fence. This will ensure the best possible finish. Leave the wood to completely dry before moving on.
Once the fence is clean, you can it sand them down using sandpaper to create the smoothest possible surface to paint. Focus on the roughest sections where any splinters are present. Once completed, brush the fence down to remove any dust that will prevent the paint from adhering.
Step 2: Priming
Depending on the paint you are using, you may require a primer or an undercoat. Primers are very thin and usually colourless, allowing you to apply a layer using a brush or roller quickly & easily. Only one coat of primer is required.
An undercoat is a neutral base that is applied to surfaces to cover imperfections and allow topcoats to build colour on top of. Generally, paints will have a dedicated undercoat with their topcoat, which we recommend using together.
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If you are using Sadolin Superdec, Zinsser Allcoat or any other self-priming product, you do not need to apply a primer or an undercoat.
Step 3: Painting
Now the important part, the painting. Ensuring you use the best tools will be dividends, trust us! It doesn’t matter whether you prefer using a paint brush or a paint roller, you can use either for this. The best roller for painting fences is something small and easy to control, which makes a mini-roller the best option. We would go for the 4″ Hamilton Prestige Mini Frame with a 4″ Hamilton Perfection Medium Pile Roller, which is a fantastic roller that will last you years if you take care of it. When it comes to a paint brush, we’d recommend the 4″ Hamilton Timbercare Brush, which is perfect for painting a large timber surface like fencing, quickly and effectively.
Once you have your tools at the ready, start at the top of the fence, working your brush or roller in the same direction of the grain. Once you have applied your first full coat of wood paint or stain, allow this to completely dry as per the manufacturers instructions.
Repeat the process again with your second coat, applying this slightly thicker than you first coat but while ensuring that you do not cause on drips of paint.
Once your two coats of paint or satin have been applied, you are finished! You can then clean your brushes & roller using water if you used a water-based paint, or white spirit if you used an oil-based paint.
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