Follow the steps below for help on using a paint brush to finish your decking.
Can u use fence paint on decking.
Also i want some colour to the deck i dont just want it deck colour.
Deck paint and house paint vary depending on the type of deck or house surface you paint.
By definition deck paint is a.
How to paint stain or oil decking with a paint brush.
It was painted on during very hot sunny weather when the wood was most expanded and able to absorb.
Some of the surfaces such as the area between a fence rail and a.
Paint peals in a few years then you have to scrape and re paint.
Stained fences last much longer then painted fences also.
Stain fade over time but there s no prep work needed just appy new stain over the old.
Once you ve cleaned your decking thoroughly and allowed it to dry give your chosen deck paint or stain a really good stir before applying to make sure you get a consistent colour.
Using ronseal shed and fence preserver for my deck at home.
As decking has a lot of foot traffic as obviously a fence does not.
Fence paint on decking is a no no it isn t durable enough for timber designed for traffic.
No fence paint does not have as much wax in it and it wont last very long before you have to paint it again.
Took 3 coats but made a great finish.
So fence paint is ok as long as i do it every year.
Both deck and house paint add value and color to a house that has experienced wear.
It can easily wear off and also stain the bottom of your footwear that can lead to walking it through the house i know this from a previous customer that had.
Stain and paint can peel or flake over time.
A painted deck or fence can be beautiful but painting can also be a real problem.
Paint fence decking stain disadvantages.
Because of this the best type of paint to use on a deck isn t actually paint at all it s good old fashioned oil.
The best paint to use on decking.
It is designed for timber that isn t designed for walking on i e fence panels and posts.
Tuesday 10th june 2014.