How to Increase the Lifespan of Your New Wood Fence

A well installed fence constructed from quality materials can easily last several decades with a bit of careful maintenance. If you’ve just had a beautiful new fence installed around your home or place of business, you’ll want to look after it in order to ensure it lasts as long as possible. You’ll need to protect it from the elements to keep it in top condition and keep your timber performing as well as possible. Tired and dilapidated fences can easily make your property look unloved, so it’s important that your fencing looks great in order to reflect well on your home or place of business.

Annual Paint, Seal or Stain

One of the most important things to consider when thinking about extending the lifespan of your fence is that painting, sealing or staining your fence each year will make a huge difference. It will stop any damage to the timber and protect against any discoloration from the sun’s UV rays, and help to prevent any damp or rot taking place.

So, just what are the differences between painting, sealing and staining?

Staining and sealing are very similar and they seal fence panels to stop water soaking into the timber, and will protect your fence from the elements and provides some colour, whilst also maintaining the natural look of the wood and allowing the grain to be seen and appreciated. It’s important to make sure the wood stain or seal you choose contains UV inhibitors and is designed to stand up to the elements.

Painting fence panels is popular for those who want a specific colour scheme to fit in with their outdoor design and the overall look of their garden. Painting your fence a colour that ties in with the rest of your outdoor space can make it seem less imposing and more in keeping with its surroundings. Fence paint comes in a wide range of different colours so there are plenty of options to choose from. As with stains and seals, you should ensure it is designed to withstand the elements and also has UV inhibitors to protect against strong rays of sunshine.

When painting, sealing or staining you should always ensure the wood is dry and free of any grease or other dirt or debris before beginning.

General Maintenance and Repairs

Another important aspect of extending the lifespan of your fence is carrying out regular maintenance and any repairs that are required. For example, if a panel or several panels are damaged by high winds during a storm, it’s crucial to have these repaired or replaced as soon as possible to ensure the integrity of your fence.

You can carry out any repairs yourself, or use a professional company such as ours to do this. At PA Lumber Fencing, our experienced fencers carry out repairs for both commercial and domestic clients, no matter how large or small.

To discuss new fencing, fencing repairs or general fence maintenance, call PA Lumber Fencing today on 07860 251 420 or 01722 718 660.