How beautiful to paint a picket fence. How to paint a wooden fence with your own hands. How to paint a wooden picket fence - application technique

A wooden picket fence is an environmentally friendly, aesthetically attractive design, but without proper processing it is quite weak and short-lived. How to paint a wooden picket fence so that it serves for a long time, is functional and pleasing to the eye? This question will be answered in detail by LesoBirzha technologists - specialists with deep knowledge of theory and extensive practical experience.

Why does a tree need to be coated with protective compounds?

In spite of numerous benefits wood, it also has disadvantages. Lumber is exposed to negative natural factors (snow, rain, sun, wind), which makes it covered with mold, fungi, loses its original attractiveness, rots and collapses. To avoid such troubles and extend the service life, wooden structures are treated with deep penetration primers before painting (for example, primer from Teknos).

Photo 1. Shield painting without antiseptic

Primers for outdoor use are made on an alkyd basis. Alkyds have a small molecule, due to which they are able to penetrate deep into the structure of the tree, enveloping the fibers and fastening them when hardened. A few days after processing, the lumber acquires high strength, but it can be covered with a new layer of paintwork materials the very next day. As a result of processing, the picket fence or any construct acquires following properties:

durability;
weather resistance;
its absorbency decreases;
natural texture stands out;
the consumption of finishing coatings is reduced.

antiseptic- this is the first means of preventing fungal infections, mold and blue wood. A high-quality antiseptic will destroy pest beetles and their offspring in the form of larvae, causing significant damage to wooden structures.

Photo 2. Protruding mold on a planed board

Modern industry produces great amount all kinds of coatings for wood with different formulations and consistency. In such a variety, it is difficult to get lost even for an experienced person, let alone the layman who decided to paint the fence for the first time in his life.

The better to paint a wooden picket fence

It is a proven fact that improper painting can make financial costs meaningless and reduce the efforts of the master to nothing. Before buying an antiseptic primer, decide on a staining scheme. Perhaps you decide to paint the fence with a covering paint, natural or hydro-oil, glazing varnish, or simply preserve the fence, leaving it without a top coat.

Photo 3. Fence under covering paint

Using edged board you should be prepared for the fact that the paintwork consumption will be twice as much as when processing a planed board. You can reduce consumption by using compounds for outdoor work, which you can buy on the website of the LesoBirzha online store:

quick-drying alkyd antiseptic AQUA PRIMER 3130;
for pine and larch, we recommend primer Renner YM M034, which provides high adhesion;
for painting with glazing compounds, buy transparent oil with an antiseptic Gnature 870 Schutz Grund-Öl;
under transparent and translucent varnish, apply tinting primer AQUA PRIMER 2900-02;
to impregnate the planken without painting, it is recommended to use the indelible antiseptic Neomid 430 domestic production, the price of which is minimal compared to products of foreign brands, and the efficiency is high;
under the Nordika EKO covering paint, you should buy an inexpensive Teknol 1881 primer;
If you want to save money and time, do not finishing layer, but use the budget Visasol antiseptic, which can be tinted in any color and give the wood an original shade while maintaining a natural pattern.

Use Renner YS M300 or YS M46 oils to stain planken planken. They are applied over Renner YM M101 primer. With this painting scheme, the M300 wood fence paint will last up to 10 years, and M46 at least 6 years. The advantage of oil paints is that the restoration of the structure in places of abrasion can be carried out locally, unlike covering paint, the renewal of which will require regrinding of the shtaketin.

Photo 4. Fence section painted with oil

Photo 5. decorative fence for giving

How to paint a wooden picket fence - application technique

First, consider painting a new picket fence. If a planed board is used for the construction of the fence, the sealed pores are opened by grinding with a grain of 80. Only after that, deep penetration soil is applied to the boards, which does not remain on the surface and does not dry out with a crust, but is absorbed into the fibers and hardens in the body of the tree at a depth of 1, 5-2 cm. Forming a solid root with the wood, the impregnation provides good adhesion to the next layer of paintwork materials. Only with such an application scheme will the life of the paint correspond to that indicated by the manufacturer on the product label.

Photo 6. Antiseptic board in the workshop

The antiseptic is applied with a roller, brush, spray or dipping method. The concentrated composition must be diluted in the proportion recommended by the manufacturer. The drying time of the primer is from several hours to a day and depends on the composition. After the primer has completely dried, paint or varnish can be applied. For this, the same rollers, paint brushes, pneumatic sprayers are used. When painting with a brush, the movements are carried out from above / down and from below / up. They begin to paint from above, gradually moving down and smearing streaks.

In order not to stain the brush with earth when passing through the lower sections, an oilcloth is laid close to the fence or a piece of plywood is placed, which is gradually moved forward. More it is better to paint the pickets before they are installed. With this option, it is much easier to process the ends, longitudinal logs, and there are no non-paints on them.

Photo 7. Antiseptic board in the workshop

Painting an old wooden picket fence- the procedure is laborious and requires patience. Needs to be completely removed old paint, clean the boards from debris, dust and burrs. Damaged fences should be replaced with new ones, although cracks can also be filled with putty on wood.

The rearing paint is removed with a spatula or a metal brush. In places where the paint holds firmly, you will have to use a grinder. The old coating is removed to the base, and then they act according to the same scheme that is provided for the fence from the new picket fence.

An inexpensive fence for a summer residence made of wood, metal, plastic, and other material can be painted and even painted in such an original way that it will not look like a cheap structure at all.

Fence decor is possible both when you are just going to install, and when you plan to update a fence that has served for more than one year. Of course, materials for painting and painting will need different ones - depending on the material from which the fence itself is made.

How to paint and paint a wood fence

To obtain wooden fence conceived decor, first of all, we will prepare a wooden base.

Sanding boards. It will turn out quickly and efficiently if you use a grinding machine. In summer cottages, such a tool is not common, and if you do not have one, use a grinder with a special grinding nozzle. At the last stage, you can walk on the boards and sandpaper.

Protective impregnation for fence boards. The wood of the fence must be treated with a protective agent that prevents decay, destruction by insects, fire and moisture protection. There are many of these for sale, but you can also make your own.

Base priming. It seems that everything is simple here: you need to choose a primer for wood. But primers are also different. Ideal for a wooden fence would be alkyd acrylic compound. If we take a simple acrylic primer, the paint will last on the surface for 3-4 years, after which it will begin to peel off. If you try hard on alkyd-acrylic, the coating will last 8-10 years. The alkyd component will penetrate the wood, and the acrylic will ensure the adhesion of the surface to the paint.

Painting the fence with the base layer. First of all, we select suitable paint. In the department of paints and varnishes, we focus on the recommendation on cans of paint “for wood”. Suitable paints:

oil;
acrylic;
alkyd.
If you want to preserve the texture of the wood, use a glazing compound or a protective tinted compound to paint the fence.

We start painting the fence when base layer completely dry.

To fix the decorative layer, it is better to varnish the fence.

How to paint a concrete fence

We clean the surface of the fence.
We apply a primer on concrete (mineral or acrylic base)
Apply base coat. From the colors you can choose:
paint for concrete;
facade paint;
paint for painting cement surfaces.
Paint bases can be different, but most often, acrylic, polyurethane, epoxy.
When this layer of paint dries, you can begin to paint the fence.

How to paint a metal fence

If the fence is not new, it may have rust on it. We get rid of it with the help of a special wash or rust converter.
clean surface metal fence treated with a primer for metal.
Of the paints, it is better to use alkyd or epoxy enamel, acrylic paint. The compositions may include anti-corrosion ingredients.

A wooden fence encloses a private area from prying eyes and protects the property from the intrusion of strangers. However, in addition to the aforementioned practical functions, the design must also meet minimum aesthetic requirements. By the appearance of the fence, people can judge those who live or work behind it. Painting a fence is the most affordable and easiest method of ennobling a tree.

Why paint a wooden fence?

Before processing wooden poles for the fence, you need to figure out why you need to paint them at all? The fact is that a fence made of natural material is subject to all sorts of negative effects from environment.

It is important to know that no matter what durable wood species is used to build a fence, without proper processing it will not last long - up to 7 years.

An unpainted structure will lose its original properties much faster, as it will be more sensitive to:

air humidity and precipitation, which can cause swelling and decay of the material;
attacks of bark beetles, which will undermine the wood from the inside and make it fragile and unattractive in appearance;
the spread of mold or moss on the surface, due to which the boards and fence posts will quickly become unusable.

All of the above reasons are a solid reason to paint the fence in a timely manner and protect it from adverse natural factors.

What paint is suitable for a wooden fence?

To figure out what paint to paint a wooden fence with, you need to take into account its various characteristics, such as durability, ability to withstand mechanical damage, resistance to sunlight, precipitation, heat changes, environmental compliance and adequate cost. On the modern construction market, you can find a lot of compositions that will help not only keep organic material in its original state, but also give it a special charm.

It is worth noting that if the fence will rest against the ground and in any way contact the soil, then for the lower part of the boards you need to purchase additional special paint, the basis of which is bitumen. Such a composition will protect the wood from dampness and microorganisms living in the soil.

Typically, the following types of coatings are used for painting fences:

alkyd enamel;
oil-based paint;
acrylic composition;
antiseptic solution.

Acquisition alkyd enamel, whose important components are polyhydric alcohols, various acids and other fillers, will be very economical. The low price makes this type of paint the most popular among buyers. However, judging objectively, for processing wooden planks alkyd enamel is not very suitable because:

the coating quickly fades under the influence of the sun's rays;
does not tolerate temperature drops;
about a year after staining, the composition begins to crack, which negatively affects the appearance of the fence;
due to defects that have appeared, water begins to get under the paint, which can lead to rotting of the material;
enamel partially corrodes wood itself;
the fence will have to be re-treated quite often.

Oil paints are suitable for decorative works it is better. The fence treated by them will be resistant to aquatic environment and temperature changes. In addition, the oil-based composition will prevent the spread of fungus on the wood. Like enamel, this type of coating is inexpensive. From negative properties oil paint can highlight it pungent odor, long drying time and fading in the sun. In addition, if the owner of the fence after a while decides to renew the coating, he will face the problem of removing the old layer.

Special acrylic compounds for wood hold the first position as the material most suitable for painting the fence. positive characteristics This paint can be called resistance to adverse natural factors, as well as the ability to maintain the original shade for a long time. If you first additionally treat the wood with a primer from the same manufacturer as the acrylic composition, then the coating will not lose its properties for a long time.

An interesting point: the color of the paint will be more stable if the manufacturer himself initially added pigment to it. In the case of self-mixing acrylic to obtain the desired shade, the durability of the color may be in question.

Some prefer to use antiseptic solutions. A fence coated with a disinfectant is protected from pests, mold and other microorganisms. Covering antiseptic compounds will evenly color the wood, and glazing will retain its natural appearance. However, it should be remembered that such solutions are very toxic. Therefore, precautions should be taken when working with them, avoiding contact with the skin and trying to protect the respiratory tract.

Picket fence treated with glazed paint.

How to paint permanently and cheaply?

Manufacturer	Coating type	Durability	Price
	Azure decorative coating Contains natural beeswax.	The paint is able to retain its properties up to 5 years.	775 rub. for 1 liter, with a two-layer application of the composition, it will be enough for about 8-10 m 2 of the surface.
HOLZLAZUR GEL	Protective translucent antiseptic gel.	The approximate life of the coating is 7 years.	176 rub. for 0.9 l, the approximate consumption in one layer is 7-8 m 2 one package.
Pinotex Ultra	Impregnation-paint for wood, intended for outdoor repairs.	After treatment with this composition, renewal of the coating will be required after 8 years.	498 rub. per 1 liter, the approximate consumption of one can of paint for single-layer staining is 8-12 m 2, depending on whether it is planed or sawn wood.
Tikkurila Valtti Color	Facade oil azure.	Paint keeps on a wooden surface till 6 years.	689 rub. for 0.9 l, the consumption of the composition in a single-layer application is on average 8 m 2 for any type of wood.
Olimp Omicron - Maximum	Glazing protective solution.	The antiseptic is able to maintain its characteristics for up to 5 years.	299 rub. per 0.9 l, approximate consumption - 5-14 m 2 of surface per package, depending on the type of wood.

How to paint a fence?

Having decided on what paint the boards will be processed with, it remains to purchase necessary tools. These include a roller or paint brushes (which are better to buy different sizes for uniform application of the composition), rubberized work gloves, fabric flaps.

If the fence is just being installed, then it is recommended to paint it in horizontal position on the ground. Under wooden blanks it is advisable to put something on it so as not to contaminate the recently applied layers, and there are no random clods of earth or parts of plants on the tools. It is recommended to paint from the top of the board, gradually moving down.

An important point: in order not to engage in frequent updating of the coating in the future, it is worth pre-treating the wood with a primer. Thus, staining must be done in two stages: 1) applying the base; 2) work directly with the color composition.

How to process a wooden fence in order to preserve the natural texture of natural wood?

Palette of protective and decorative impregnation Holzlasur

Not to everyone's taste bright colors, some would like to keep the natural look of wooden planks. This can be achieved by painting the fence with a glazing antiseptic or special varnishes, which will only slightly change the color of the material and make it glossy. It is worth considering their individual varieties:

alkyd varnishes - the most common and quality coating for processing fences;
varnishes on water based(acrylic) - the most environmentally friendly composition, but not entirely suitable for outdoor work, it is better to use it for wood finishing indoors;
nitro-varnishes - resistant to adverse weather changes, but very toxic, require work in a respirator;
polyurethane varnishes - after drying, they have established themselves as a very durable coating.

Repair work with this composition should be carried out in the warm season.

Pay attention to the brush with which the fence will be varnished. It is desirable that the villi on it be made of natural, organic material, then the layers will be even and smooth.

Is it possible to paint with water-based paint in winter?

Palette Belinka Toplasur

Fence painting is best done in the second half of spring, summer or early autumn when the temperature is stable and there is no frost. Therefore, the best solution would be to wait for a more favorable time of year.

However, if it becomes necessary to carry out work in the winter, then the following rules should be observed:

the most suitable compositions for repairs in the cold - latex and styrene-acrylic paints;
it is desirable to apply the composition of two containers, so that one of them is indoors, warm, and the other outdoors, and use them alternately. Cold can change some of the properties of the paint, and in order to maintain its characteristics, you will have to change jars every 20 minutes.

Remember not to use frost-resistant compounds at interior decoration rooms. The chemical components present in such paints can undermine the health of the inhabitants of the house.

Having become acquainted with the main criteria for choosing coverage, taking into account important nuances when carrying out repairs, you can independently carry out processing appearance wood.

Impregnation of wood with oil

The video shows the processing of wood with a mixture of compounds from various manufacturers. At the heart of the composition linseed oil, supplemented with UV filters, pigments.

Wooden fence requires special care and protection because natural material, from which it is made, is highly susceptible to deterioration under the influence of adverse environmental conditions. Extend service life and give hedges beautiful view The right paintwork will help. In this article we will talk about painting a wooden fence with our own hands.

The coating for a wooden fence must be of high quality and durable, create reliable protection material from moisture, frost, precipitation and sun rays. Among other things, the paint should prevent the reproduction of fungi, mold and bacteria in the wood. It is also good that the finish retains an attractive appearance and does not fade for a long period. Let's take a closer look at what paints can be used for wooden fences.

Alkyd enamels

An inexpensive type of coating for wood can be considered alkyd enamels. These are multicomponent substances, which include acids, polyhydric alcohols, as well as fillers in the form of drying oil, resins or any oils.

Despite the low price, many experts do not recommend using enamels for wood processing. Firstly, such compositions do not tolerate sunlight and temperature fluctuations; in just a year, the enamel on the fence can crack. Water will get into such cracks, leading to damage to the boards. Secondly, the enamels themselves do not have the best effect on the structure of the tree. The enamel layer on the hedge will have to be updated almost annually, so the low cost of the material should not be taken into account.

Acrylic paints

Another option for a material suitable for painting a wooden fence is acrylic paint. You can buy them at a very reasonable price, and a good quality coating will serve you for many years.

The advantages of such paints include the fact that they perfectly tolerate the adverse effects of environmental factors: precipitation, fog, high humidity, frost, temperature changes, heat and sunlight. The paint will be more durable if, before using it, the wood is impregnated with a primer from the same manufacturer. It should be noted that similar materials retain their shade for a long time and do not fade under ultraviolet rays.

For painting a wooden fence, you can use facade acrylic paint, but it is important to remember one subtlety: the color of the composition will not fade in the sun if the pigment was added by the manufacturer. If you decide to give the paint the desired shade yourself, it may be less durable.

Oil formulations

Oil paints for woodworking have been used for many decades. They have their own advantages and disadvantages. The advantages include their low cost, as well as the ability to create a durable waterproof layer on the surface. Oil paint will reliably protect the tree from moisture, the negative effects of temperatures. It is also a good antiseptic; fungi, mold and bacteria will not settle in a hedge treated with a similar composition.

The disadvantages of the material include its bad smell, long time drying, and color instability. Over time, the coating fades in the sun, becoming pale and unattractive. Deciding to remove the old layer of oil paint from the fence, you also have to try, because it is not so easy to remove.

Antiseptic solutions

Some prefer to use a special antiseptic instead of paint. These funds are of two types:

covering - have an opaque structure;
glazing - differ in transparency.

The main purpose of the antiseptic is to protect wood from pests, mold, bacteria and fungi. The type of antiseptic is chosen depending on the desired end result. Glazing compositions will help preserve natural beauty boards, giving them only a slight shade. Covering agents, like paint, will completely change the color of the tree.

It should be noted that antiseptics are toxic. In the case of a fence, which is usually located in the open air, this property is not categorical, although it is still recommended to comply with safety requirements when working with such substances.

Overview of popular manufacturers

To date Russian market presents several popular paint options for finishing wooden fences:

Belinka Toplasur - differs in density, contains filters that protect the material from ultraviolet rays. After drying, it forms a beautiful glossy finish. Paint consumption is 1 liter per 8-10 m² area.
Holzlasur GEL is a translucent solution that can protect wood from negative external factors for a long time. The service life of such material is approximately 7 years. Like the paint described above, this solution contains ultraviolet filters. Depending on the type of boards, the material consumption is 1 liter per 6-11 m².
Pinotex Ultra is different deep penetration into the structure of the tree, well protects it from mold and decay. Looks especially impressive on planed boards, creating a smooth finish with a glossy sheen. Such paint can only process wood that is not infected with pests and microorganisms.
Tikkurila Valti Color is a Finnish-made paint that perfectly impregnates the boards and, after drying, creates a continuous smooth film on the surface. This paint is easy to use, well protects the tree from infection by fungi, bacteria and mold. Its consumption for sawn boards is 1 liter per 5-8 m², for planed boards - 1 liter per 8-12 m².
Olimp Omicron-Maximum is a glazing antiseptic, the service life of which is at least 5 years. It contains components for biological and ultraviolet protection. Differs in rather economical consumption. 1 liter of paint is enough to process 5-8 m² of sawn wood and 10-14 m² of planed wood.

Do-it-yourself impregnation for a wooden fence

You can make a suitable composition yourself, which will make it possible not only to save money, but also to be sure of the quality of the coating. Consider several ways to create impregnation for a fence with your own hands.

For the first recipe you will need:

flour - 750 g;
salt - 350 g;
iron sulfate - 1.5 kg;
lime pigment - 1.5 kg;
water - 9 l.

The manufacturing process is as follows:

Water is poured into a large container and put on fire. Pour flour, and then, stirring, prepare a paste.
Then add salt and wait for it to dissolve.
The next step is to add iron sulfate and lime pigment to the paste.
This impregnation is applied to the wood while hot. Treated with such a composition, the fence will be protected from moisture and temperature changes for 10-15 years.

The second impregnation recipe involves the use of such components:

flour - 1.16 kg;
salt - 520 g;
iron vitriol - 520 g;
lime pigment;
drying oil - 500 g;
water - 9 l.

The cooking process is the same as above:

A paste is prepared from water and flour.
It dissolves salt, iron sulfate and dry lime pigment.
Then drying oil is poured into the paste.
Everything is thoroughly mixed and hot applied to the wood.

Fence painting tools

The main tools that are used in painting the fence are:

The brush is the simplest and popular fixture. Brushes come in different sizes and shapes. Despite the fact that the process of staining with a brush is quite simple, it requires a lot of effort and time. Among other things, the brush often leaves ugly streaks from strokes on the finished surface. It is better to choose an expensive and high-quality brush for painting the fence, with natural bristles, so the risk of hair loss will be minimal.
The roller is a tool that will allow you to do the job faster and better. The surface is painted with a roller more evenly than with a brush, and its texture is more beautiful and uniform. The disadvantage of the roller is that they cannot work in hard-to-reach places, for corners and small parts you still have to use a brush.
Painting a wooden fence can be done using an airbrush. It requires certain work skills, as well as the presence of a compressor, but painting with a cascopal gun is carried out as quickly as possible. The paint supplied from the spray gun is sprayed over the fence in a beautiful uniform layer.

In addition to these basic tools, additional tools may be needed to work on painting the fence:

sandpaper;
spatulas;
brush with metal bristles;
brush with soft bristles for cleaning dust and cobwebs;
wood putty;
overalls, gloves, headgear;
when working with an airbrush, a respirator and goggles are required.

Do-it-yourself wood fence painting

Preparatory stage

From preparation working surface the final result of the work directly depends. In order for the paint to lay down evenly, and the fence to come out beautiful and smooth, the wood must be cleaned, leveled, and cracks and crevices repaired.

First of all, dirt, dust, moss and cobwebs, as well as the remnants of the previous coating, if any, must be cleaned from the base. Then it is desirable to level the boards, removing protruding knots, drops of hardened resin, notches and other unattractive details from them. Easiest to clean them up sandpaper, the resin can be cut with a spatula.

Boards can also have large cracks and indentations. If you do not strive to preserve their natural slightly rough look, close up such defects with a special wood putty. Let it dry, and then rub it with fine sandpaper.

If the fence was previously painted, the process of its preparation will be more time-consuming and time-consuming. The old coating must be completely removed. This is done with a stiff brush with metal bristles. Everything that can be removed with a brush is removed, after which the surfaces are treated grinder.

The preparatory stage also includes the treatment of boards with a primer. How can a wooden fence be treated before painting? For this purpose, a special wood primer is used, which will improve adhesion and allow the paint to last longer. Before staining, it is also desirable to impregnate the wood with an antiseptic.

Painting a wooden fence

To paint the hedge you will need: the selected paint and varnish composition, a roller or a wide brush, a small brush for hard-to-reach places, rags, a broom, rubber and cotton gloves, warm water, container for paint.

If you are painting a brand new fence, do it before installing it. Do not forget to process not only all the boards, but also the posts and girders. The ends of the boards should also be covered with paint. Move from top to bottom as you work.

So that the brush or roller does not get dirty on the ground, put it under the board wooden block. Choose the time for painting according to your own comfort. In the rain or the scorching sun, such a process will give you little pleasure, but on a dry and not very hot day it will be easier to work.

It is desirable to paint a wooden fence in 2 layers. Firstly, it will be more beautiful, and secondly, the paint will last longer.

Coating the fence with varnish

There are several types of varnishes suitable for working with wood:

alkyd;
polyurethane;
nitrocellulose;
dispersion;
acrylic.

Most often, alkyd compounds are used to cover board fences, which are considered the most durable. A more environmentally friendly option is acrylic varnishes made on a water basis. They are almost odorless and completely non-toxic, which is why they are most often used for interior work.

For board fences, nitrocellulose varnishes are suitable, which are notable for their good operational properties but are also toxic. For finishing a fence located in the open air, such compositions can be used, but you should definitely work with them in a respirator.

Polyurethane varnishes are highly durable, they are used in various fields, sometimes used to open musical instruments.

As in the case of paint, it is desirable to work with varnish in warm and dry weather. The coating is applied to the fence with a soft brush made of natural hair, making a thin even layer. Then the hedge is treated again, but be sure to wait until the first layer of varnish is completely dry. Varnishes dry differently, on average it takes about a day.

Painting an old wooden fence

If your property has a strong enough but old and repeatedly painted fence, you can update it with a new coat of paint. The preparation of such a fence will take considerable time, because the old paint must be carefully cleaned off with a stiff brush, and then the wood should be polished with a grinder. Sometimes it is too difficult to remove the paint with a brush, then you can try a special gel softener as an aid.

Together with the old coating, debris and dirt, moss and cobwebs, resin drops are removed from the boards. Cracks and cavities are covered with putty on wood. The fence should also be checked for woodworms. If you notice traces of their presence in some boards, it is better to dismantle such elements and replace them with new ones.

The wood can then be impregnated with bio protective compounds to eliminate or minimize the risk of mold, fungi, rot and all the same bugs. After drying the boards, they are covered with a primer and dried again, and then they begin to paint.

Wooden Fence Painting Ideas

You can paint a wooden fence with paint of the same color. It will look concise and neat, but boring. If you want to somehow highlight your fence or just want to put your artistic talents into practice, show your imagination and depict something interesting on the fence. By the way, children can be involved in such work. They will surely like this fascinating process, because many children love to draw, besides, the kid will later be able to be proud of the results of his work. Children also have an extraordinary imagination and will be able to suggest interesting ideas to adults.

It is easiest to draw on a blank fence, because it is a continuous flat surface. First, apply some shade as a background, let it dry, and then proceed to painting. Here your imagination itself will tell you what to depict on the fence. It can be flowers, birds, butterflies, cartoon characters, abstractions, etc. It is advisable to think over the drawing in advance and draw an approximate sketch with a pencil or marker.

Painting a wooden picket fence can be an exciting activity for the whole family. Paint the individual slats in different colors or paint them through one in contrasting shades, and now the unusual fence is ready. If you have very little paint, decorate only the upper parts of the boards with this shade, and finish the rest of the space with the main color. There are a lot of options for painting a wooden picket fence. Very funny and unusual, for example, looks like a picket fence decorated in the form of pencils.

To paint the fence, some use the technique of contour drawing. First, flowers or some figures are depicted on the hedge, and then they are outlined with a contrasting, most often darker outline. Plant motifs on the hedge look very attractive, especially if you do not have the opportunity to plant real climbing plants near the fence.

Painting a wooden fence, photo:

Painting a wooden fence. Video

Coloring is enough difficult process, which requires not only a lot of time and corresponding financial expenses, but also attentiveness, as well as the ability to perform monotonous and monotonous work for a long time. Many domestic citizens are interested in the question - how to paint a wooden fence installed on own dacha. It should be noted that the features this process directly depend directly on the type of fence. Consider the process of painting on the example of one of the most popular varieties of wooden fencing structures - a picket fence.

By itself, a picket fence is a rather weak structure in terms of structural strength. This is usually due to extremely small size hedges, as well as using relatively thin materials. By by and large, the picket fence is an exclusively decorative fence, since it cannot in any way prevent illegal entry into the site.

The picket fence is an exclusively decorative fence, since it cannot in any way prevent illegal entry into the site.

It is exploitation as an object of decoration in landscape design is one of the reasons for requiring coloring. Also, do not forget that wood is extremely susceptible to the negative effects of the environment, namely:

increased level of humidity;
sudden changes in temperature;
prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays.

Under the influence of these factors, wood can crack, lose its attractive appearance, darken and even rot. In addition, it can be attacked by pests such as termites or various bacteria.

A layer of paint allows you to qualitatively protect against atmospheric and temperature manifestations, pests and microorganisms.

The current technologies for the production of paints and varnishes make it possible to create very high-quality paints that can ensure the safety of wood, as well as serve for the longest possible period of time. Thanks to them, such a sacred dream of many dacha owners as a presentable and pretty fence made of white picket fences will become a reality.

Choice of paintwork materials

In the modern specialized market of paints and varnishes there is an impressive choice, which is why a person who is poorly versed in this topic should choose suitable option it will be very difficult. You also need to remember that using the wrong paints or illiterate painting will cause no less damage to a wooden fence than the above environmental factors. Therefore, the choice of paints and varnishes must be taken with all responsibility.

Since the fence, as a rule, will be in plain sight, for example, decorating a recreation area on the territory, framing the house or complementing the original flowering flower beds in a beneficial way, the colors used in without fail should create not only a protective, but also a decorative coating.

First of all, they choose special impregnations that protect the tree from the penetration of moisture, insects, mold, fungus and other misfortunes. There are both store-bought impregnations and homemade ones. It will, of course, be cheaper to make such a substance on your own, but their performance will not always correspond even minimum requirements. Accordingly, saving in this case is not recommended. It is advisable to give preference to antiseptic preparations produced by well-known brands, for example, Tikkurila, Pinotex and others.

In addition to impregnation and paint, it is necessary to choose a primer. This is special agent, which creates a thin layer on the surface of the wood, which simultaneously creates additional protection for the structure of wood and significantly increases its adhesion to paints. Thanks to the primer, the surface will be qualitatively leveled, and the paint will lie on it as evenly and firmly as possible.

Modern paint manufacturers delight consumers with an impressive range of this variety of coloring compositions:

The advantages of classic oil paints are obvious - these are good protective functions, as well as an affordable price in many respects. Unfortunately, this is where the advantages of such products end. But the presence of a number of shortcomings is noted, therefore, choosing how to cover a wooden fence, on oil paints should be the last thing to pay attention to.
The advantages of classic oil paints are obvious - these are good protective functions, as well as an affordable price in many respects.

Disadvantages:

the inability to penetrate deep into the wood structure, due to which the paint layer will be superficial in any case;
short service life - regardless of the thickness of the layer, it will begin to peel and crack in two to three years, and maybe earlier if climatic conditions will contribute to it;
instability to environmental influences. Oil paint extremely poorly tolerates the effects of moisture, as well as direct sunlight. Under the sun, such a coloring solution will quickly lose its attractive appearance, burn out and crack. In this case, a certain paradox is also noted - despite the fact that the sun has a destructive effect on oil formulations, their application is best done in sunny weather, as this contributes to their faster drying;
prolonged drying. They take an indecently long time to dry, as for modern realities, time - not less than a day. In many cases, this is a very significant disadvantage, causing many inconveniences.

Alkyd

Better quality than oil paints. Such compositions are also characterized by an affordable cost for many consumer categories, and besides, they are much more durable. If you paint the picket fence with bituminous paint, you can forget about the need for re-painting for three to four years. However, alkyd solutions, by and large, are intended for application in areas in contact with the ground. It can be, for example, a foundation, or just the lower part of the fence.

Highly quality formulations used in finishing work on ships. They have an incredibly high resistance to negative manifestations of the environment - moisture, ultraviolet rays, sudden changes in temperature, severe frosts or vice versa - heat, hail, wind, etc. It is virtually impossible to damage the protective layer of deck varnish or paint, unless you try to do it on purpose.

They have an incredibly high resistance to negative environmental manifestations - moisture, ultraviolet rays, sudden changes in temperature, severe frosts, or vice versa - heat, hail, wind, etc.

The only drawback of these solutions is the high cost, which is not surprising, given their quality. Therefore, it is recommended to use the product only when painting small areas. Considering that the picket fence is just that "insignificant area", buying several cans of deck paint can be quite justified.

To date, this is the most common option. They are modern, reliable, create a high-quality protective and decorative layer, and at the same time have an adequate cost. They are created specifically for wooden surfaces. The basis of such solutions is an acrylic mixture - a synthetic fiber with inorganic solvents.

They are modern, reliable, create a high-quality protective and decorative layer, and at the same time have an adequate cost.

It is strongly recommended to choose impregnation, primer and paint from the same manufacturer. In spite of general principle work of these coloring solutions, each company has its own technology for their manufacture, and therefore different kinds can be quite badly combined with each other.

Be sure to read the instructions for using the product, which, as a rule, is applied directly to the jar. It is necessary to pay attention to the consumption, acceptable methods of application, drying time and other technical parameters, and compare them with existing requirements.

Be sure to read the instructions for using the product, which, as a rule, is applied directly to the jar.

It will not be superfluous to visit the manufacturer's website, because most full information can only be obtained there. Do not save - buy paint with a margin, because even with the most accurate calculation of the amount of material required, it is usually not enough.

It is not necessary to paint the picket fence in one color. It can be combined by painting the posts or crossbars in one shade, and the picket fences in another. Can even be mixed various formulations, getting completely original color solutions. It will look especially stylish in combination with beautiful garden paths led to the fence.

It is not necessary to paint the picket fence in one color.

Two types of mixtures are created especially for coloring wood - glazing and covering. Be sure to clarify whether the purchased product belongs to these two types. The difference between them is that the glazing retain the natural structure of the tree and even its shade, while the covering ones create a very dense surface layer, which hides the actual color of the material.

Preparing the surface of the fence for painting

Before starting any painting work, the surface to be painted is subjected to careful preparation. In the case of a fence, it is as follows:

removal of the old layer of paint;
removal of contaminants ingrained into the structure;
sealing any structural defects, such as cracks, grooves, bumps, etc., for which wood putty is used;
grinding and polishing;
surface leveling;
if necessary, replacement of shtaketins that are not subject due to significant mechanical damage.

Quality preparation is very important. Not only the quality of the coating, but also its protective and decorative functions directly depend on it.

Painting process

In order for the result to meet all expectations, it is required to strictly observe established rules and recommendations, as well as the procedure for performing work:

First of all, impregnation is applied. One layer is enough, but at the same time it is necessary to ensure that the solution gets into all the microcracks and pores, closing them. Antiseptics dry out very quickly, and after short period time to proceed to the second stage.
Before proceeding with the solution of the question - how to paint a wooden picket fence, you need to prepare the base for paint material. This is a task for the primer. It is recommended to use an alkyd-acrylic based primer. As in the case of impregnation, one layer is enough. But it is very important to let it dry completely. It is categorically not welcome to apply primer compositions on a surface that is not leveled and has obvious signs of contamination.
The next step is to apply the first coat of paint. It is desirable to paint the fence with a brush made of natural hair. Such a tool will not create stripes on the tree. If there is a roller, you can use it. You can also resort to using a spray gun, but for competent work it requires the availability of relevant knowledge and skills.
After the first layer has dried, a thorough inspection is carried out for various defects. They need to be removed, cleaned and tinted.
Application of the second, final layer of the coloring mixture. The same tools are used as when painting the first layer.
A quality final inspection is carried out. Detected gaps, smudges, smearing and other defects must be eliminated immediately, before the surface is dry.

It is advisable to paint the picket fence on both sides, even on the back, which is traditionally not visible either from the street or inside the site, depending on the purpose of the fence. This will help to reliably protect it from the damaging effects of moisture.

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