In just over two hours, this fence paint will be dry and able to withstand the rain, but it hasn’t got the same formula as the newer Ronseal fence life plus to protect it from frost and UV.

Not cheap, but it is value for money as I have confidence this solvent based product will stand the test of time and British weather many times better than the (essentially) coloured water treatments that fill the shelves of the DIY outlets and then need reapplying every one or two years. The first step when painting any surface is to properly prepare it, as this is the key to long-lasting results. I will test the best brands in the UK against each other once and for all, panels next to each other, side by side. One of the most difficult areas however to find the right paint is with wood, as there are seemingly endless numbers of wood treatments that use different terminology. Next, clean down the fences first with a wire brush, to remove any large dirt and debris from the surface.What is more, from testing I found it goes much further than Cuprinol and Ronseals two different paints. Once you have applied your first full coat of wood paint or stain, allow this to completely dry as per the manufacturers instructions. A. Remove as much paint as possible using a paper towel to make the cleaning as mess free as possible. This makes it perfect for places that have an unpredictable climate, and so it is a sure winner in the UK. Should you need fence stains, then make sure you take a look at the extensive range and high-quality staining and painting products that are available at Promain.

However, after moving recently, I have lots of fencing which has been untreated for many years and some fencing which has been treated previously with a dark brown colour. Both the primer and paint wash out COMPLETELY easily in soapy water, in fact some days I didn’t even bother with the soap! Thin the first coat by 10 percent with T0001 if painting wooden surfaces, to assist good absorption. It helps prevent crime such as stealing from garden sheds or gaining access to home through rear entrances and windows, as well as wildlife pilfering your veg patch and fruit trees, or breaking into sheds and summerhouses to hibernate. So this means with four different fence paints on test, and with sprayer used as a comparable as well.Our garden fence stains are designed to add character and style to otherwise ordinary garden fence panels, whilst protecting the timber from weathering and insect attack.