Fancy Fences: Painting and Staining your Fence
Posted on March 31, 2020
Don’t let your fence bring down the overall feel of your home. Curb appeal is a big factor in the look of your house. Come home to a castle you’re proud of. Here are some fancy fences: ideas for painting and staining your fence.
Many homeowners put a fence up for utility or inherit it with the purchase of their home. It provides security and privacy. What more could you ask of it? Curb appeal! Maintenance on a fence is a task that if skipped will cost more in replacements in the long run. Inspect and update it regularly to prolong its life and increase your look.
When to Paint Your Fence
As with most exterior elements on your property, moisture is the enemy of a fence, no matter its material. Proper staining or painting adds a layer of protection between the elements and your fence. Most experts agree that fences should be completely repainted or restained every 2-3 years. More arid climates can last longer between and those in wetter climates might need to address fences more often. Metal fences will begin to show wear and tear with rust cropping up, usually toward the base. Wooden fences can be tested with a drop of water. Once it no longer beads on the wood, it’s time to stain. Always start the warmer season with a full inspection of your fence for chips, cracks and general wear.
Paint or Stain
For metal based fences, you should pick a paint to offer protection. For wooden fences, there are the options of paint or stain. With paint, you get a more opaque and colorful option. Stain allows the wood’s natural beauty to show through while remaining protected. There are a variety of colors and opaqueness available.
Experts land all over the board on this option. Either choice will protect your fence and extend its life with normal wear and tear. Here are some considerations before you decide.
Painting can cause less initially, but it will require more frequent updates to maintain its protection. Preparation is key to making the paint last longer. Some geographical areas might find that paint fades faster due to UV rays.
Staining tends to cost more initially, but because it seeps into the wood, it can last a bit longer. Some stain manufacturers also offer waterproof coatings to prolong the wood’s vitality. The color won’t peel or chip like paint, it just slowly fades away making it hard to distinguish when restaining is needed.
Get Some Help
Between inspection, repairs, preparation and painting or staining, taking care of your fence can be a rather large job. That’s not even taking into consideration the size of your property and style of fence you have. If your fence needs attention but you’re not up to the job, we’re here to help. Schedule a no-obligation estimate appointment with our team today.
