How to repaint a picket fence
Product: Weathershield® Low Sheen

How to repaint a picket fence

Revive your home exterior and improve your street appeal by giving your picket fence a fresh coat of paint. With our helpful video and step-by-step guide, we'll share how you can repaint your front fence in just one day.

Follow 3 easy steps to get you started.

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Watch how
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Painting & Application Techniques

See how it's done

A fresh coat of paint is one of the fastest ways to update your home exterior. Explore our top tips for repainting your picket fence with Dulux Weathershield®.

How to get the perfect look

Step-by-step

Timeframe:
1-3 hours
Level:
Easy
Product:
Dulux Weathershield®

Weathershield® MaxiFlex® Stretch Technology

Dulux guarantees that Dulux Weathershield® will not blister, flake or peel for as long as you live in your home*. It contains MaxiFlex® Stretch Technology that gives your picket fence a tough, flexible finish for long life protection from all weather conditions.

Choose your colour

To start, find inspiration and select from the Dulux colour range. Explore our inspiration gallery and get a sample pot to help you choose the perfect colour.

Prepare the area

To avoid any accidental spills, prepare the area by moving any cars, bikes or plants that are too close to the fence. Brush away any dirt and clean the fence using Selleys Original Sugar Soap and lay down your drop sheet to protect from drips.

Test the paintwork

Test if the paintwork is in good condition by cutting a small ‘X’ through the existing paint with a sharp blade and press cellulose tape firmly across the cut, then rip off the tape. If the paint comes off, it is unsound and should be removed.

Sand the surface

If the surface is sound, give the area a light sand paying attention to any small areas where the paint has peeled or cracked, and fill any defects. After sanding, you can start painting with Dulux Weathershield® immediately, as it is self-priming on most surfaces.

Apply your first coat

Open and stir your paint thoroughly. Start by painting the board that runs along the bottom of your fence, then paint the valleys where your roller can’t reach. Once you’ve painted all three sides of the valley use a roller in a vertical up-and-down motion, to paint the vertical panels.

Apply your second coat

After you’ve finished painting the first coat, allow at least two hours before applying a second coat. Once dry, follow the same process as you did for the first coat. If you're painting bare timber, you may need to apply a third coat to achieve a consistent, even coverage.

Here's what you'll need to get started:

Colour & Paint

Dulux Weathershield Low Sheen

Select your preferred finish

Dulux Weathershield® is available in matt, gloss, semi-gloss and low gloss finishes.

Tools & Accessories

Picket fence colour inspiration

Explore a range of popular fence colours to help guide your selection.

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Disclaimer

*This guarantee does not cover paint failure caused by any breakdown of coatings applied previously, where Dulux Weathershield® is applied over coatings not specified by Dulux, or in the event of substrate failure or faulty application. To claim, you must be living in the house you have painted with Dulux Weathershield®. Refer to product label for full conditions. This guarantee does not limit and may not necessarily exceed your rights under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010.​

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