As the sunny season approaches, it's the perfect time to rejuvenate your fence, shed, summer house or other garden building with a fresh coat of paint.
Whether you have a small cosy garden or a spacious outside oasis, selecting the right exterior paint colour can transform your wooden garden buildings and structures into a more colourful and inviting space. In this article, we'll explore a range of shed, fence and summer house paint colour ideas that I have hand-picked to capture the essence of summer, and that will enhance the overall aesthetic of your garden.
So let's take a look at my favourite summer house paint colours for creating a dream and picturesque garden haven!
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Ronseal Slate Garden Paint
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Imagine stepping into an enchanting outdoor garden room such as the example shown, where the colour scheme is a cool and calming soft grey.
This transformation is made possible by Ronseal slate garden paint, a product designed to infuse vibrant hues throughout your entire garden. With its versatile formulation, this paint is a perfect choice for various garden substrates such as metal (possibly requiring a primer), terracotta, brick, and stone.
The garden paint not only adds a cool touch but also acts as a guardian, fortifying surfaces against all of the outdoor elements. Its waterproofing properties ensure that raindrops simply glide away while improving water repellency to keep your garden room pristine and protected.
Say goodbye to worries about cracking and peeling on your garden building or fence, as this paint's resilient formula resists these common issues, maintaining the beauty of your garden room year after year.
Resincoat Anthracite Garden Fence Paint
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The deep blue of this Resincoat anthracite garden fence paint is a bold colour choice and gives a beautiful contrast against the grey of the patio slabs and the light blue of the garden accessories. The density of this paint is thick and creamy which provides excellent coverage. When applied to a summer house or wooden fence such as this, it can transform its appearance with just one coat.
Before applying the paint to your garden building or fence, you need to prepare the surface properly. Ensure that it is dry, clean, and free from any dust or debris. If there is any loose or flaking paint from a previous coating, it should be stripped back to bare wood. It is advisable to test a small area first to check the colour and adhesion of the paint.
When applying Resincoat fence paint with a brush or roller, make sure to stir the product thoroughly before and during use and apply the paint evenly along the grain of the wood.
Cuprinol Garden Shades Cool Marble
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When it comes to shed colour ideas in particular, Cuprinol Garden Shades Cool Marble paint is the perfect choice for revamping your drab garden shed or summer house. This matt paint is specifically formulated to provide a rich and long-lasting finish, ensuring that your shed looks stunning for an extended period of time.
Cool Marble is a delightful shade of grey that will impart a modern and contemporary touch to your shed's overall aesthetic. Crafted to deliver a durable matt finish, this paint effortlessly combines a rich finish with a quality product. To achieve the best results, it is recommended to apply the paint onto a regular wood surface using a brush, roller, or spray. With a 2.5L can, you'll have enough paint to cover an average area of up to 25 m².
The paint dries quickly between coats, allowing for a second coat to be applied in just 8 hours. In addition to its visual appeal, this paint also offers top-quality protection and is designed to be water-resistant and resistant to cracking, making it an excellent choice for outdoor surfaces.
Ronseal Elderflower Garden Paint
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Ronseal elderflower garden paint is a versatile choice for painting a garden room, such as summerhouse or shed, giving a neutral and light finish that would be at home in any country retreat. This paint is not limited to wood but can also be used on various other garden surfaces such as metal (with the potential need for a primer), terracotta, brick, and stone.
Its purpose is not just to add colour, but also to waterproof the surfaces and improve water repellency. The paint's high solid content ensures a thick coat that provides longer-lasting protection. With Ronseal elderflower garden paint, you can expect quick results. It is rainproof in just 1 hour after application, and it resists cracking and peeling, ensuring the painted surfaces maintain their fresh appearance for a longer period.
By choosing Ronseal elderflower garden paint for your garden room, summerhouse or fence, you can ensure a vibrant colour that benefits from its waterproofing properties and long-lasting protection.
Johnstone’s Garden Colours Island Lake
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This summer house, painted in Johnstone's Garden Colours Island Lake paint has a beautiful smooth and rich blue appearance with the added benefit of a fade-resistant finish. The island lake blue colour works as the perfect backdrop for the greenery and colourful planting that surrounds it and provides a brightness to the garden that would otherwise be lacking.
This paint is specifically designed for exterior wood and offers four years of protection against the elements. It dries quickly, typically within two hours, allowing you to enjoy the newly painted summer house sooner.
Johnstone's Garden Colours Island Lake paint is versatile and can be used on various types of garden furniture, including sheds, fences, arbours, trellis, tables, and chairs. This means that you can easily coordinate the colour scheme of your outdoor space to match or contrast with each other.
Furthermore, this paint is harmless to plants and animals once it has dried, ensuring that your garden remains safe and healthy for both children and pets.
King of Paints Light Grey Fence and Shed Paint
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The large summer house in the above example is painted in King of Paints light grey paint, giving it a stylish and durable appearance and a modern-looking colour scheme. The light grey works particularly well against the similar tones of the natural wood table and handrail and is not too overpowering a colour that it detracts from the overall aesthetic of the outdoor space.
The manufacturer claims that this paint utilises a one-coat system, making the application process quick and easy. With its impressive 5-year durability, it outlasts other inferior paints, ensuring that your summer house maintains its attractive look for years to come.
In addition to its durability, this King of Paints paint is specifically designed for use on wooden fences, sheds and summer houses, and offers superior longevity when compared to standard creosote and most other fence stains. By choosing this paint, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing that your summer house is protected from the elements for a good number of years.
Johnstone's Garden Colours White Orchid
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When it comes to summer house colour schemes, this quaint little summerhouse is painted in Johnstone's garden colours white orchid paint, giving it a light and bright appearance and making it stand out as the focal point of the space.
The paint is specifically designed for exterior wood and offers fade resistance, ensuring that the colour continues to remain vibrant over time. The consistency of the paint makes it easy to apply, allowing for a smooth and even finish and providing a layer of long-lasting colour that enhances the natural grain of the wood.
Johnstone's white orchid paint is suitable for a wide range of garden furniture, including sheds, fences, arbours, summer houses, trellis, tables, and chairs. So by using this paint range, you can ensure a consistent and coordinated look throughout your outdoor space.
Cuprinol Natural Stone
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Painting this covered garden bench in Cuprinol's natural stone paint has given it a beautiful and natural appearance, whilst almost affording it the feel of a stronger, more sturdy structure than it would as natural wood. This particular shade of grey is versatile for many garden finishes and suitable for almost any exterior design.
The paint is specifically designed for outdoor use and provides a matt finish that looks fresh and new for an extended period. The Cuprinol Garden shades exterior matt wood paint is a reliable option for various projects due to its suitability for multi-surfaces. It can be used on different types of wood commonly found in garden furniture, including benches, garden buildings and fences.
The paint comes in a 5L size, which is convenient as it provides enough coverage to complete most decorating jobs. On average, it can cover up to 12 m². You can use a brush, roller, or spray to achieve an even layer on your chosen surface and the paint is quick drying between coats, allowing you to recoat it after approximately 8 hours.
One of the notable benefits of this paint range is its eco-compliance. This water-based paint has minimal VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds), making it safe for use in your home environment.
Cuprinol Garden Shades Iris
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Cuprinol Garden Shades iris blue paint has been used as the finish for this wooden garden fence. This gives it a vibrant and eye-catching appearance that would be perfect as part of a Mediterranean-themed garden.
Cuprinol Garden Shades is specifically designed to colour and protect exterior wood, including sheds and fences (but not decking). The paint utilises special pigments that create a rich colour while allowing the natural texture of the woodgrain to shine through. Additionally, it can be applied to other surfaces such as terracotta, brick, and stone, allowing you to mirror the colour onto different elements of the garden.
To apply Cuprinol Garden Shades, it is recommended to use a brush or spray on a clean and dry surface. If the fence has been previously painted, it is advisable to strip the old coating back to the bare wood before applying the new paint. Cuprinol Garden Shades typically dries to the touch within 1 hour under normal weather conditions, so if a second coat is required, there is not long to wait.
The rich colour, accentuated wood grain, and long-lasting weather protection make this paint an excellent choice for adding beauty and protection to your outdoor space.
Ronseal Willow Garden Paint
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This cute little garden room has been finished in Ronseal willow garden paint, giving it a clean, fresh and vibrant look. Greens such as this are a popular choice for summer houses, other garden buildings and fences as they blend so well into the surroundings, without visually overpowering the rest of the outside space.
Ronseal garden paint is specifically formulated to add colour and protection to various garden substrates, not just wood. It can be used on metal (with the use of a primer), terracotta, brick, and stone. It not only adds colour to your garden but also provides a necessary waterproof finish. The paint is also designed to resist cracking and peeling, ensuring durability even in changing weather conditions.
This range of paints dries quickly, becoming rainproof within just 1 hour of application, allowing you to proceed with your project even if there's a chance of rain.
Painting your garden room with Ronseal willow garden paint will give it a fresh and colourful appearance and with the waterproofing properties, resistance to cracking and peeling, and application versatility, make it an excellent choice for enhancing the beauty and durability of your garden room.
Ronseal Summer Sky Garden Paint
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Ronseal's summer sky garden paint has a vibrant sky blue finish that is both refreshing and cool in appearance. The colour adds a coastal seaside touch to the shed, enhancing the overall look and feel of your garden. When applied to a wooden shed, summerhouse or fence, the paint not only adds colour and brightness but also provides waterproofing to the surface.
Thanks to its advanced formulation, the Ronseal Garden Paint is rainproof in just one hour after application, minimising the risk of damage if rain unexpectedly arrives. Furthermore, the paint resists cracking and peeling, maintaining its vibrant appearance and protecting the shed from the elements.
This Ronseal garden paint is available in a variety of different colours and shades, with the summer sky bringing a cheerful and summery atmosphere to your garden space. The 2.5-litre container provides ample paint for covering the shed's surface and allows you to complete your painting project with ease.
Johnstone's Garden Colours Spring Rosemary
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This Johnstone's spring rosemary colour adds the perfect touch of elegance and freshness to this quaint summer house, enhancing its overall character and charm.
Johnstone's garden colours paint is specifically designed for exterior wood, offering a fade-resistant and smooth finish. With its 4-year life protection, the paint ensures long-lasting colour retention, maintaining the beauty of your summer house over time. The paint dries quickly in just 2 hours and due to the easy-to-apply formulation, provides a beautiful layer of colour while preserving the natural grain of the wood.
This versatile paint can be used to colour and protect various types of garden furniture, including sheds, fences, arbours, and trellis. Furthermore, this paint is harmless to plants and animals once it has dried, ensuring that your garden's ecosystem remains undisturbed.
By choosing Johnstone's garden colours spring rosemary paint, you can easily transform your summer house into a captivating retreat within your garden.
My Final Thoughts
There is no doubt in my mind that seeing colour choices in real life, or in a photo, is helpful when searching for the perfect paint colour for your shed, fence, summer house or other garden rooms. So I hope that you have found this post helpful and wish you luck in your colour choices and painting endeavours.
Author: Matthew Chiappini
