Fence Life Plus

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Description

This is our toughest and most versatile fence and shed treatment yet. It protects against rain, frost, snow and it won’t grey in the sun. It can be used on rough sawn and smooth planed sheds and fences and it lasts for up to five years.

Product features

Colour lasts for up to five years
Can be applied to damp wood so perfect for unpredictable weather
Brush on or spray on
Showerproof in one hour
Can be used on sheds and fences
Protects against rain, snow, frost and UV damage

Data sheets

Usage	All new or coated rough sawn and smooth planed wood
Coverage	Up to 6m²per litre
Dry time	Showerproof in one hour, completely dry in four hours
Coat time	Four hours
Number of coats	Varies depending on type of wood
Colours	Medium Oak, Country Oak, Dark Oak, Harvest Gold, Red Cedar, Forest Green, Willow, Sage, Cornflower, Slate, Tudor Black Oak, Warm Stone, Charcoal Grey, Teal, Midnight Blue
Finish	Matt
Durability	Protects from rain, snow, frost and UV damage
Application	Brush or spray
Sizes	5L, 9L
VOC	Low

Fence Life Plus

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How do the colours look?

Charcoal Grey

Warm Stone

Forest Green

Dark Oak

Tudor Black Oak

Medium Oak

Harvest Gold

Red Cedar

Willow

Slate

Sage

Country Oak

Cornflower

Midnight Blue

Teal

Make colour your selection

Number of coats

Up to 2 coats

Coverage

Paints up to 6m2 per litre

Application

Brush or spray it on

What to use it on?

All new or coated rough sawn and smooth planed wood

Use on...

Rough sawn wood

Smooth planed wood

Before you start

Fence Life Plus can be applied when the wood is damp, but not dripping wet. So if it’s rained that day, you need to wait for five hours before putting it on.
The treatment can’t be applied in the rain. It needs to be a warm, dry day with temperatures above 10°C. Cold weather will stop it from properly drying and it might wash off.
Make sure the wood is clean and use a stiff brush to remove any dirt.

Rough sawn wood requires two coats, smooth planed wood needs three coats and if you’re wood is weathered, you may need to apply an extra coat.

Fence Life Plus is safe to use around pets and plants.

It can’t be used on decking or garden furniture – we have other products that can help you with that job.

Application

You can apply Fence Life Plus with either a brush or sprayer.

Brushing

Check that you’re happy with the colour by applying it to a small hidden patch and leaving it to dry.
If you are happy with the colour, get loads of Fence Life Plus on your brush.
Apply a thick coat. If you notice drips, brush them in.
Leave four hours for the first coat to dry. Assess the fence to see if you need to apply another.

Spraying

Pour the Fence Life Plus into the tank.
Pump up your sprayer or turn it on and start spraying. Use long, sweeping horizontal arm movements.
Move along the full width of the fence panel, drop down and do the same again.

Overlap each pass by 50% for proper coverage.

Aftercare

Maintenance

If you notice any spots of damage on your wood, simply apply another coat to protect it.

Cleaning

If you get any Fence Life Plus on plants, paving or other surfaces, clean it up straight away with soapy water before it dries.

Remove as much product as possible off your brush and then clean it with warm soapy water.

Sprayers need to be kept clean to work properly. You should never leave any product in the sprayer. To remove it, flush it out with water and make sure the wand and nozzle are clean. Your sprayer will have full instructions on how to properly clean it.

The tub of your sprayer should be stored upright to keep it secure and prevent spills.

You should never dispose of Fence Life Plus into drains or watercourses. Contact your local council to find out how to properly dispose of it.

Why do I need to protect my fence or shed?

Fences and sheds are made of wood. If you don't protect wood it'll turn grey in the sun or rot in the rain. At best it won't look good. At worse, it'll collapse. You can choose two different kinds of Fence Life to protect it. One Coat gets the job done fast. 5 Year Weather Defence needs two coats but will last year after year, after year. Revise with correct products.

How does the Precision Finish Power Sprayer work?

Our new Power Sprayer paints a fence panel in just 2 minutes. What's different is the power settings. You can control how it sprays. It has an accuracy setting so you can do the fiddly parts of your fence, with a small spray pattern. A control setting, that has a wider spray pattern, ideal for filling in gaps. Setting 3 is made for speed. Covering large areas, quick.

Can I use a brush to apply Sprayable Fence Life?

You don't have to use a sprayer to apply our Sprayable One Coat Fence Life, you can still use a brush. To get the job done as quickly as possible, we'd recommend using a wide brush. Get loads of Fence Life on your brush and put a thick coat on, be careful not to spread it too far. If your wood is very weathered, you may need to put another coat on, just make sure to leave about 4 hours between coats.

Can I use a jet wash to remove paint from my fence?

We wouldn't recommend using a jet wash to remove paint from your fence. The wood needs to be clean and dry, or the new paint won't stick properly. Use a stiff brush to get rid of any dirt.

Can I use the non-sprayable Fence Life in a sprayer?

You can't use our standard Fence Life in a sprayer. If you do, you might end up damaging the sprayer by clogging it up. If you want to use your sprayer, pick up a tub of our Sprayable Fence Life or Fence Life Plus+

How can I clean Fence Life splashes from white plastic window frames?

If you get splashes of Fence Life on something other than your shed or fence, just give it a wash with soapy water before it dries.

What is the best size brush for applying fence preserver or Fence Paint to sawn timber?

There is no best brush size, but get the job done as quickly as possible, we'd recommend using a wide brush, about 4".

How should I prepare my fence before I paint it?

Give your fence a good clean with a stiff brush to get rid of any dirt.

How to stop green mould coming through the fence?

To prevent mould on your shed or fence, use our Shed & Fence Preserver, its an all round garden life saver. It'll protects your wood from rot, decay, wood burrowing insects and wood discolouring fungi. Its all in one formula also adds colour and waterproof protection, so your garden wood will look great for longer.

How to remove fence paint off a rendered wall?

If you get splashes of Fence Life on something other than your shed or fence, just give it a wash with soapy water before it dries.

Can I use Fence Life to paint concrete fence posts?

Our Fence Life products are for wood only. If you want to paint concrete, try our Garden Paint.

How do I clean the Fence Sprayer?

To empty the sprayer, push the pump handle all the way down and lift the pressure release valve until no ‘hissing’ can be heard. Once the pressure has escaped, unscrew the pump unit and tip any liquid back into its tub. (Alternatively, spray the excess liquid back into its tub before releasing pressure). Remove as much product as possible before cleaning, some local authorities have special facilities for the disposal of waste coatings. Don’t empty into drains or watercourses. It’s important that the sprayer is cleaned thoroughly after use. Don’t leave the sprayer filled with product when not in use or overnight. Rinse out the sprayer several times with clean water, then refill with clean water. Re-pressurise and then spray through the nozzle until the water runs clear, it’s best to do this on the Speed setting. Unscrew the wand handle from the trigger and clean the filter with clean water. Remove the nozzle and white filter and clean with warm, soapy water and an old toothbrush. Make sure you don’t use a sharp object as this will damage the nozzle and ruin the spray pattern. Put the nozzle back together and take care to do this in the correct order.

When should I treat my fence?

The best time to treat your fences is in spring. At this time the temperature is more favourable and vegetation which would normally get in the way will not have grown too much. Treating at this time means the hard work is done in time to enjoy the summer.

How to remove Ronseal wood stain

Old or flaking decking wood stain should be removed with a pressure washer and stiff wire brush. Use the pressure washer first to remove most of the stain, then a stiff wire brush to get rid of ingrained stain and dirt. Leave your decking to dry for at least 48 hours before you apply a new stain or paint. Wood stain on outdoor furniture can be stripped with Garden Furniture Stripper.

How to remove Ronseal fence paint

Our fence paint can be easily painted over, so if you want to change the colour or freshen up the paint, just paint over it. You might need several coats if your covering a dark colour with a light one and vice versa. For paint that’s flaking or peeling, you can sand the damaged area and cover the old paint with a new one. If you don’t have any sandpaper, you can use a stiff wire brush which will also remove dirt too. If your fence paint has splashed onto concrete or patio, a pressure washer or a stiff wire brush with some hot soapy water should get rid of the fence paint.