How to make a spectacular fence - coloring and finishing

25-03-2018

Fence

A little imagination and patience, and such magnificence will decorate any part.

The fence - the calling card of home ownership, which can tell a lot about the owners. Therefore, the design of fencing suburban areas and private country houses just need to be creative and professional. How to paint the fence in the country alone and give it a stylish and original look?

It is quite possible to arrange the fence yourself, if you know the sequence of work and characteristics of materials. In this review we will try to figure out how to paint the fence with your own hands, without attracting outside labor.

Paint selection

Stylization of the fence "antique" - harmoniously combined not only with wooden buildings

The choice of the coating, as well as related materials, depends on the material from which the fence is built on the site. In the building stores a wide choice of protective coatings for fences, but they all have different characteristics.

What properties should have paint for the fence, and what additional materials will be needed for the decoration of fences of different materials, we consider below.

Coating for wooden fencing

Wood in combination with the riot of summer green looks great

A wooden fence is the most common fencing option in Russia. In the courtyard, protected by a wooden fence, it is always cozy and comfortable. Warm sunny colors and incredible energy of the tree create a unique feeling of spiritual comfort and peace. And the price of building material is very democratic.

But wood is a material that requires constant care. Since under the influence of wind, snow and rain material is prone to rotting. Therefore, the choice of protective coatings and primers for wood should be approached responsibly.

What kind of paint for the fence of wood is preferable?

Stylish lacquer finish with wood texture

Before finishing, a decorative wooden fence must be treated with a special antiseptic primer for wood of deep penetration or drying oil. This will prevent rotting and contamination of the material with fungus and mold;
Opaque oil coatings for exterior work perfectly protect the material from adverse natural influences and are perfectly absorbed. But this coating completely hides the color and natural texture of wood.

Council Choosing oil paints it is necessary to take into account that they dry for at least 24 hours and work should be carried out only in warm, dry time. Otherwise, the finish will quickly crack and peel off.

Combining multiple colors can completely change even the simplest design.

Translucent paint for the fence gives the material a more saturated shade and at the same time retains all the splendor of the cut of natural wood, emphasizing the texture and relief;
Modern acrylate dyes - the most reliable option of protective coating for wood. They are vapor permeable, have high elasticity and resistance to adverse weather effects;
Wood varnish is an expensive but reliable and effective finish. With such a coating, even a simple plank fence will look like a work of art.

Council The application of paint in two layers guarantees not only the quality and decorative qualities of the finish, but also its durability, as well as resistance to the effects of snow and rain.

We make iron or slate fencing

Harmoniously combined silver finish with black metal

Paint for metal fence in the first place should protect the material from corrosion. There are many different in color, texture and properties of coatings for finishing a fence made of forged or sheet metal:

Specialized paints and enamels for metal, the price of which is slightly higher than that of ordinary coatings. The higher cost is due to the addition of additional components and anti-corrosion additives to the coating;
Oil coating is also applied to metal, but over time, it may appear unpleasant stains from tread rust;
Polyvinyl and alkyd coatings are more resistant to moisture;
Common economical fencing of slate sheets optimally draw a special paint for slate. Although the price of it is higher than the usual oil, but the service life is much longer - up to eight years;

There is also color slate, which does not require additional finishing.

Fence made of galvanized or aluminum sheets is more economical to protect with dispersion paint for external work. It is convenient to apply this finish from a sprayer or roller, which greatly simplifies the work;

Council If rust has already appeared on the elements of the fence, then you can use a special paint converter, which is designed specifically for such problem areas of metal fences. It is important when finishing to follow all the tips recommended by the instructions for this coating.

Registration of concrete fences

The photo shows that it is quite possible to perform an extraordinary and stylish, pleasing to the eye and uplifting design.

The dull gray background of concrete fencing does not cause pleasant emotions. And to issue such a fence can be a variety of ways:

Using an aerosol can, apply beautiful and spectacular graffiti patterns to the fence;
To issue a facade paint with a high degree of protection from atmospheric precipitation, applied with a spray gun;
Serebryanka is also durable and practical, and also has a magnificent appearance.

Important. Instructions for exterior finishing of concrete surfaces also require their cleaning from dirt and dust, putty cracks and treatment with deep penetration primer for concrete.

Order of work

Such a cheerful decor will not leave anyone indifferent

So that the finishing of a beautiful fence would please the owners for many years, and one didn’t have to do all the work again in a year, it is necessary to observe a certain sequence of work:

Before you paint the fence in the country need to prepare the surface. To clean from dirt and dust, sanding with fine emery paper and seal up any irregularities and cracks with wood or metal putty;
Next, the surface is treated with a primer designed specifically for the material of which the fence is made;

Gilding emphasizes the beauty of artistic forging.

The application of the protective coating is carried out after the complete drying of the primer layer, but not earlier than after twenty-four hours. This provides better adhesion of materials;
Paint for the fence is applied in two layers, but the thickness of the coating should not be more than five millimeters. A thicker layer will quickly crack and peel off under the influence of moisture and temperature changes.

Important. All finishing work should be carried out only on dry surfaces in warm, dry and calm weather. Since under the influence of moisture paint dries for a long time and falls unevenly, so it can quickly peel off.

Conclusion

Not only children, but also adults such decor will cheer up

Properly chosen and applied paint for the fence will ensure its safety and beautiful appearance for many years. In the presented video in this article you will find additional information on this topic.