Best Colors to Paint Your Fence

As a perimeter to your home, the fence is often overlooked as a stylish and distinctive element to your property. Rather than ignoring it, allow it to stand out! By adding a color to your fence, you can instantly add curb appeal to your home. Continue reading below to learn about some of the popular paint colors for fences in the Highlands Ranch community.

How to Select the Perfect Fence Color

While the color decision is primarily up to you, check in with any local governing bodies before you are set on a color. Sometimes HOA’s and local municipalities will have rules on the specific paint colors you can and can’t add to the exterior of your home.

Secondly, work within the current color scheme of your house. There are some unchangeable colors on your property. If you have a brick driveway, architectural element or even a colorful roof, remember that changing the color of these items is expensive and time consuming. You’ll want to work with the color that is already there. Work it into your color scheme to determine the best colors to paint your fence while also accomplishing a stylish look that flows effortlessly.

Typically fences around properties are made of either wood or metal. Both require regular maintenance to keep their viability. They are susceptible to moisture damage like rot or rust. Doing an annual inspection and routine maintenance will not only keep your fence looking good, it will prolong its lifespan.

Stain versus Paint

For metal fences, the only coating option is paint. However, when you are working with wooden fences you have the option of paint or stain. The biggest difference is that paint is available in any number of colors and is an opaque coating. Stain is more limited in the color options and forms a semi-transparent coating.

Paint protects wood by forming a barrier on top of the metal, keeping the moisture away from it. If no water can get in to the metal, rust cannot occur. Stain works by soaking into the top layers of the wood, creating a barrier against moisture intrusion. Once water makes its way through the stain, rot can occur and your fence will need replaced.

Best Colors to Paint Your Fence

Black

Sure, black seems dramatic and intense but when applied to a fence, the color reads to the eye as a neutral. This is a great option for a more modern home with lighter tones and an edgy door color. Think a white house, red door and gray trim. A black fence perfectly ties into the color palette while allowing the colors and textures of your property to pop and take center stage.

Blue

For the overly cautious, blue might seem extreme. Rather than dark navy, try using lighter color options. Using a sky blue fence to outline a completely neutral home allows you to show some style against the softer colors on the property. This works great with a gray, beige or white house that has neutral trim.

Gray

Gray is a neutral color that is a popular choice for many homes. The color is a bit unique because gray stains and paints can be found, meaning gray can work equally well with metal or wooden fences. The stain allows some of the wood grain and natural imperfections to show through, while the paint will cover it completely. As a color found in nature, gray works well against any house color and style.

Natural Stains

For rustic, vintage and classic styled homes, natural colored wood stains can add a protective coating while enhancing the color of the wood. With colors from clear to brown to red, there are plenty of options to give life to your fence without causing it to stand out. Staining the fence protects it while allowing a perfectly rustic look.

White

Probably one of the most popular colors for fences is white. The American Dream involves a white picket fence after all. White fences are popular because of their adaptability. The color works with any style and material of fencing. White fences can require a lot of maintenance to keep them looking pristine, but this can easily be taken care of with a power washing service.

Schedule Your Next Fence Refinishing Service Today

Now that you know the best colors to paint your fence, it’s time to schedule your next exterior painting service. Our teams are well versed in both fences and color palettes. We even offer a free color consultation to each of our clients. Fill out our online form to request a free estimate on your fence painting project today.