Painting your garden fence is one of those jobs that’s easy to put off again and again. If you really want to make the best job of it, though, then it pays to take advantage of the brief spell of brighter, warmer days known as British summertime. So, if winter and autumn have taken their toll on your fencing, leaving it looking battered, faded and in need of TLC, then read on and we’ll reveal the best fence paints you can buy.

No - legally, you'll have to ask the owner of the fence for permission before making any changes to it. How do I paint a fence?

The best paint sprayers to buy in 2023

There are three basic types of paint sprayers: airless, high-volume low-pressure (HVLP), and compressed or pneumatic. Each has its own pros and cons. This is also helped by the Materks excellent weight distribution. Although it is heavier than the Terratek, it somehow manages to feel lighter, especially when filled with paint. With the usual three spray patterns, and three nozzles to choose from (1.3mm, 1.8mm, and 2.6mm) there’s a decent amount of versatility here, especially when you factor in the adjustable valve knob for material flow. The Wagner W100 finishes nicer in my opinion. Here’s a look at that close up: Wagner W100 paint spraying on wall test – lays on pretty nice As with most other fence sprayers, online reviewers state that you need to practice to get a satisfactory finish on the fence. With the paint consistent and three features to juggle, this is not surprising. It’s worth the time and effort to experiment with all this before you start your job.

Fuji is reputable for its high-quality paint sprayers that both homeowners and professionals love to use. The Mini Mite 3 is made to satisfy and many consider it to be worth the money it goes for. The control knob is the sprayer’s first grand feature, allowing you to choose the diameter of your spray.Getting the perfect coat on your fence is all a matter of getting the spray just right, so having a lot of options when it comes to customising said spray is always a good thing. A selection of different sized nozzles, adjustable spray angles and width, and material and air flow knobs are all things to look out for. Paint container size The Mylek MYPS700 PRO-Spray has just one spray nozzle but you can adjust it to three spray settings for extra fine to large sprays. In addition, the adjustable flow regulator gives you control over the speed the liquid exits the nozzle to control how you paint the fence but the Wagner also has this feature although I always have it on full. Pros Spraying may not be appropriate in all circumstances, as you may need to roll product on – especially if it’s a wood treatment that really needs to sink into the fence. However, for most modern or new fences, you can get away with spraying practically everything. It’s less mess, and won’t go over your rattan cube garden furniture and cause you aggravation. If you are doing wood treatment on older fences, you may want to look into rolling, though. Are fence sprayers worth it?