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Fence Painting

A good finish protects your fence from rain and sun, and can bring a tired boundary back to life for far less than the cost of replacing it. We prepare the timber properly and apply paint or stain neatly, so the colour you choose lasts.

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    Since 2017

  • 10-year guarantee

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  • £2m public liability

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A fresh finish for your fence

A coat of paint or stain does more than change the colour. It seals the timber against rain and sun, slows rot and splitting, and can bring a tired fence back to life for a fraction of the cost of replacing it. We paint and stain residential fences across West London, from plain back-garden boundaries to front picket fences, and we do the preparation properly so the finish lasts.

Whether you want a natural wood tone, a soft garden colour or a deep dark finish that makes your planting stand out, we will help you choose it and apply it neatly.

What we paint and stain

Closeboard and panel fences

Brushed or sprayed finishes that reach every board edge and overlap.

Slatted and horizontal screens

Even coverage across every slat, including the edges and the gaps between them.

Picket and front boundary fences

Crisp, durable paint that suits period homes and street-facing gardens.

Gates, posts and trellis

Finished to match, so the whole boundary looks like one job.

Paint, stain or oil?

The right finish depends on the look you want and how much upkeep you are happy with:

Fence paint

A solid, opaque colour that covers the grain. Good for a clean, modern look or a front garden.

Wood stain

Adds colour while letting the grain show through. A popular choice for a refreshed but natural look.

Preservative or oil

A clear or lightly tinted treatment that protects the timber and keeps it looking like wood.

We use weatherproof exterior products made for fencing, and we will tell you honestly which one suits your fence at survey.

Is your fence ready for painting?

Faded or grey timber

Weathered wood has lost its protection and is ready for a fresh coat.

Flaking or peeling paint

The old finish needs removing before new paint will hold.

Green algae or mould

It needs cleaning off first, so the new finish can bond properly.

Soft or rotten timber

Painting will not fix this, and we will tell you if a repair or replacement is the better answer.

Painting or replacing?

Paint only protects timber that is still sound. If posts are rotting, the fence is leaning or boards are failing, a coat of paint will only hide the problem for a season. On the survey we will give you an honest view, and if the fence is past saving we will say so and quote for a fence replacement or a fence repair instead.

Painting a new fence

A newly installed fence, particularly one made from pressure-treated timber, is best left to dry out and weather for a few weeks before it is painted or stained. If you would like a particular colour on a new closeboard fence or panel fence, we can arrange the painting once the timber is ready.

Choosing a colour

Dark greys, blacks and deep greens make plants stand out and help a boundary fade into the background. Soft sage, blue-grey and cream shades brighten a small garden, and natural stains keep the wood look. Bring us a colour sample or a photo and we will help you narrow it down at survey.

How it works

  1. 1

    Photos or a visit

    Send us photos over WhatsApp, or book a free survey, and tell us the colour or finish you have in mind.

  2. 2

    Written quote

    A clear price covering the preparation, the product and the number of coats, with no hidden extras.

  3. 3

    Preparation

    The fence is brushed down, loose or flaking old finish is removed, and we protect your paving, plants and house walls.

  4. 4

    Painting or staining

    Applied by brush or sprayer in dry weather, with every face, edge and post covered.

  5. 5

    Tidy finish

    Everything cleared away, and a final look round with you before we leave.

Looking after the finish

Most painted and stained fences need a fresh coat every few years, depending on how exposed they are. Keep soil and plants clear of the base of the boards, and give the fence a gentle wash once a year to keep it clean.

Planning and neighbours

Painting a fence does not usually need planning permission, but homes in conservation areas and listed buildings can have rules about colour, so check before you choose. If the fence is shared, it is courteous to agree it with your neighbour first, and in most cases you will be finishing your own side only.

Areas we cover

We paint and stain fences across West, North West and South West London, including Ealing, Hanwell, Acton, Chiswick, Brentford, Southall, Greenford and Wembley. Send us a few photos over WhatsApp or book a survey, and we will get back to you with a written quote.

Common questions

Straight answers to the questions customers ask us most, before and after the work is done.

Can you paint a fence while it is damp?

Not usually. The timber needs to be dry for the finish to bond, so we choose dry spells and check the fence before we start.

How often will it need repainting?

It depends on the product and how exposed the fence is, but most painted and stained fences need a fresh coat every few years. We will give you advice on this at survey.

Do you paint both sides of the fence?

We can, where we have access. On a shared boundary we normally finish your side only, unless your neighbour agrees to the other side being done too.

Can you paint a fence you did not install?

Yes. We finish fences of every type and age, as long as the timber is still sound enough to be worth protecting.

Will paint get on my plants and patio?

We cover paving, planters and nearby plants before we start, and clear everything away when we finish.

Get a quote for fence painting

Send a few photos over WhatsApp, or book a site visit. Written quotes within 24 hours.

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Other fencing services

Not quite what you need? Here are more of the fences we supply and fit, each built to the same below-ground standard and backed by our 10-year guarantee.

Closeboard Fencing

Built on site from featheredge boards, arris rails and posts. The strongest and most repairable option, and our most popular fence.

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Slatted Fencing

Horizontal cedar or softwood slats with adjustable gaps, for a modern look and a privacy screen that still lets light through.

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Areas we cover

We fit fences across all of these areas from our West Ealing base, so quotes and start dates are quick.

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Ready for a new fence?

Send a few photos or book a site visit, and your written quote will be with you by the next day.

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