How Do I Paint a Wooden Exterior Fence or shed?
When painting fencing consideration must be given to the colour being used and the prevalence of knots across the surface. Unfortunately, it is almost impossible to prevent knots bleeding, it is advisable to take knots and resin bleeding into account before painting new fencing
Wash down thoroughly, remove mould and algae growth with an appropriate cleaning agent like Tikkurila's Mould Removal Solution
For an opaque finish
Apply 2 coats of Ultra Pro 30
Note, the minimum size on Ultra Pro 30 is 10 litres, use Ultra Primer and Valtti Opaque if smaller quantities are required)
For a woodstain finish
Apply 2 coats of:
- Valtti Color (solvent-based matt)
- Valtti Color Extra (solvent-based semi-gloss)
- Valtti Plus Kesto (water-based semi-matt)
- Valtti Arctic (pearlescent finish)
If you require more advice on painting over previously painted glossy surfaces, give our technical team a call on 0131 334 4999 or send a message to our technical team.
