I tried a viral fence painting hack & it was an ‘absolute game changer’ – people say it’s not as messy as they expected
IF you’re sprucing up your garden fence ahead of the summer, this trick has proven popular.
One homeowner tried the viral painting hack that will only cost you 12p to do.
Gardeners have been trying their hand at the trending trick, with some swearing it saves time and money.
One homeowner posted the process and the results to Facebook, praising the technique as an “absolute game changer”.
“I thought I’d try a cheap kitchen sponge to paint my fences and it worked a bloody treat,” she wrote.
She revealed that she managed to paint a full 10 foot by six foott panel in just 15 minutes.
“Absolute game changer, now doing my fences won’t be such a chore,” the Facebook user added.
She shared a clip of the speedy process as well as her finished garden fence.
However, it wasn’t all smooth sailing as she revealed that she forgot to put on her gardening gloves before trying out the hack.
“I only did this panel as I was really excited to try my brainwave,” she added.
As well as saving you time, this step can also stretch your money even further.
A fence paintbrush can set you back anywhere between £5 and £15, while a six-pack of sponges from Tesco is available for just 75p.
The hack has been backed by experts, with Simon Wardle, owner of patio supplier Armstrong Cheshire, speaking to the Daily Express about the step.
According to the pro, using a traditional brush can result in aching arms, uneven coverage, and a time-consuming technique.
For a quicker and smoother application, Simon suggested using sponges.
“The flexibility and porousness of a sponge make it the perfect tool for painting your fence,” he explained.
“It can mould around and reach into any nooks and indentations in the wood, allowing for smooth coverage even on the most textured fence panels.”
How to get algae off fences
ABS Fencing shared a list of do’s and don’ts when it comes to cleaning green algae off your fence.
- Don’t use household mould or mildew remover sprays as these are generally intended for use on hard surfaces indoor.
- Don’t use bleach in the garden, it kills a lot more than the mould.
- Don’t try sanding back the top surface of the wood, as algae will just regrow back.
- Don’t bother with power hosing – that only opens up the timber grain and allows more water inside, making the problem worse down the line.
- Do use white vinegar mixed with hot water in a spray bottle and work it in with a brush, leave for 30 mins or more, then hose down.
- Do repaint when dry with good quality fence paint.
He also pointed out the benefits to opting for sponges over paint bushes.
“Using a sponge significantly reduces the physical strain associated with traditional brush application,” Simon said.
“Their lighter weight and efficient coverage minimise repetitive motions, resulting in a more comfortable and productive job.”
Facebook users shared their thoughts on the hack in the comments section.
“Looks brilliant I think I’ll try that. May need gloves,” wrote one person.
“I did mine over the weekend with this method best thing ever took me half the time of using a brush. Genius,” said another follower.
“I did all fence like this, so much quicker,” commented a third Facebook user.