Fence panels on a new build

Steedie · 7 Apr 2017 at 09:51

Hey guys,

Are fence panels on a new build garden likely to be treated? I want to paint/treat the fence because I don't like the plain wood look, it looks a bit dull as well as wanting to make sure the wood is looked after.

A few sites mention that if I'd need to apply a clear preserver first before painting it. Yet a couple of people I've spoken too said it will have been treated first so just to go ahead and paint it with some Ronseal or similar

Apologies for the nooby question, I am literally the least competent DIY'er out there

Thanks

thezappa · 7 Apr 2017 at 10:26

Yes they will. They'll be pressure treated (tantalised) but a clear preserver would do no harm.

roadie · 7 Apr 2017 at 10:58

Are they your fences? Might be worth asking your neighbours before doing it. The paint could seep through gaps and leave them looking horrid the other side.

Steedie · 7 Apr 2017 at 11:04

Thanks thezappa

roadie said:
Are they your fences? Might be worth asking your neighbours before doing it. The paint could seep through gaps and leave them looking horrid the other side.

Oh yeah I'd ask first, I'd ideally want him to do his too or I might offer to do it for him

Madwelsh · 7 Apr 2017 at 21:51

Are they vertical or horizontal?.. Most horizontal laps are rubbish and not even worth preserving.. It'll be balsa before it's even 3 years old..

mickyflinn · 7 Apr 2017 at 21:59

Fences can lead to so much trouble between neighbours check your deeds to see who owns the fence.