Clean and treat fence?

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  1. Obliquegeek

    Obliquegeek Apprentice Gardener

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    Hi,

    Just looking for some advice on cleaning and possibly treating my fence.

    Apart from a gap for the entrance to the drive, I have the same 6' fencing around the whole property. It was put up about 3 years ago and it's made from treated gravel boards used as horizontal slats with about a 15mm gap between each board. It's never had any treatment applied so I think it's about time.

    First point is that in places it very green, mainly the more shady areas/sides. So how would be the easiest way to clean it all. There is a lot of it, I'm guessing around 70 metres of it.

    With the gaps between the slats, I'm not sure the neighbours are going to appreciate their garden sprayed if I use a jet washer, plus I'll have to go by one. Any other suggestions?

    Secondly, should I treat it? I much as my wife wants it all dark brown, I'm keen to keep the silver colour it's faded to, so any suggestions on what to treat it with?

    thanks
     
  2. Allotment Boy

    Allotment Boy Lifelong Allotmenteer

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    There are various algae treatments, several based on the same active ingredient called (Patio magic, mould magic etc.) Spray or paint it on, let it dry, the mould will dissappear over a couple of weeks. You can then decide whether to paint otherwise treat or not. Bear in mind once you do paint, it will need redoing every 3-5 years or so.
     
  3. Plantminded

    Plantminded Total Gardener

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    I’ve just used Patio Magic on the algae on some of my fencing. It disappeared overnight. It’s best to use a 5 litre garden spray which is easy to control. Personally I would avoid painting a fence if it is all in the same style and condition, much better to let it age naturally. I painted mine as there were three different types and ages of fencing in my garden when I moved here, painting was the best way to get a uniform look. However, painting fencing is laborious and messy and often needs redoing every three or five years depending on the paint you use. I use Cuprinol Garden Shades which gives good coverage and lasts well.
     
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