Taking Care Of Your Timber Fencing

Timber is still our number one seller for our customers when it comes to fencing. A well designed and installed wooden fence will not only provide security and privacy for your garden for years to come, but will add a nice touch of style to your garden too. Choosing good quality timber and then every few years taking a few basic steps to help protect it from the elements will give your fence the best chance of standing the test of time.

There are many products on the market, preservatives, oils and stains that will help you extend the life of your fencing and keep it well protected and of course keep that touch of style..

How often you need to top up your stain will depend on the weather your fence is exposed to and the wood itself. Some parts of fence might need it sooner that others if it is more exposed.

When water no longer beads up on the wooden fence or rolls of, but instead soaks in, it is time to top up and reseal – this is usually every 2-3 years.

CLEAN

Before applying the stain, make sure that the fence is fully clean, you be surprised by the amount of cobwebs, leaves, bird droppings and who knows what has made its way on to your fence and into all the crevices.

If the fence is sturdy enough (and no neighbours on other side of the fence!) you can wash it with a power-washer. Other wise use a sturdy bristled brush and dip ion soapy water if needed, and have a good go at your fence, or if you can the hose, but again by mindful of your neighbours!

Let the timber dry completely before you start painting as the stain won’t take to wood that is wet after your cleaning.

REPAIR

Your fence may be damaged in any number of ways: rotting, splitting, storm damage, or maybe you had a mishap and knocked something into it.

Any parts of the fence that are badly damaged, it is best too replace those parts.

STAIN

Once clean and completely dry, its is time to start staining. Wait until the fence is in the shade before you get to work, as direct sun will dry the paint too fast and it won’t be able to soak into the timber and give protection. It is also harder to see how you are getting on.

If you use a spray be careful you don’t spray your neighbours or other parts of your garden.

Your local hardware or paint store will have plenty of choices of stains and paints to choose from, as well as plenty of colours. Both places should have someone there that can give you advise. Measure up your fence so you know how much to get.

Always paint in the same directions as the grain of the timber. Start at the top and work your way down. If you are ensure about the colour you have chosen paint a spot of the fence that isn’t seen, or if are lucky (totally not a hoarder!) some spare fence you put in the shed.

Follow the instructions on the can on how many coats are needed, the times between coats, and how often new coats need to be applied in the future.

TESTIMONIALS

Mary Browne

I originally hired Paul and his team to replace my fence. The fence was so good, both the neighbours and I loved it, that I hired him to complete the rest of my garden. The quality, price and professionalism was amazing, especially as I had a limited budget. Instead of a building site with over-grown weeds, I now have a beautiful place to sit and enjoy pottering around.
I cannot recommend Paul and his team enough. I have been telling my friends and family, in fact my sister is now using him for a job.

I so wish I could post the before and after photos here.

Dave Tunney

We recently had a fence put in by Paul and his team, the garden was difficult to manage due to curves, small hills and a tight entrance. They put in a lovely bespoke fence that looks fantastic and blends in with the environment. From initial quote to payment East Coast fencing was utterly professional and were great communicators. I would have no hesitation in using Paul and his team again.

Sine Dunne

If you’re looking for a new garden fence…chose this company. Paul, Alex and Davis were professional hardworking dependable and delivered exactly what we wanted.

Their “Can do” attitude was brilliant. Highly recommend. We will definitely call them again when looking for other landscaping services.

Sam Davis

Fantastic company to work with, I wasn’t really sure I needed or wanted, but Paul was able to advise on the best options for my garden. Him and his team left me with a garden I now love sitting out in. Highly recommend East Coast Fencing.

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