This guide is for homeowners and DIY enthusiasts seeking to protect and enhance their outdoor wooden structures. The Ronseal Fence Life Plus Red Cedar paint offers excellent all-weather and UV protection with a convenient 1-hour drying time, making fence and shed maintenance quick and effective. While highly protective, ensure surfaces are properly prepared for optimal adhesion and finish.
All-Weather Protection: Formulated to withstand various weather conditions, including rain and frost, safeguarding your wood year-round.
UV Protection: Shields wood from harmful UV rays, preventing fading and degradation of the natural wood colour or previous treatments.
Fast Drying Time: Dries within just 1 hour, allowing for quicker project completion and potential re-coating on the same day.
Opaque Matt Finish: Provides a solid, non-transparent Red Cedar colour that covers the wood grain while offering a subtle, contemporary matt look.
Versatile Application: Suitable for use on both rough sawn and smooth planed timber sheds and fences, offering flexibility for different wood types.
Excellent Coverage: A 5L tub can cover up to 30 m² (based on 6 m² per litre), providing efficient coverage for large areas.
Provides robust, long-lasting all-weather and UV protection.
Very fast 1-hour drying time enables quick project turnaround.
Can be used on both rough sawn and smooth planed wood surfaces.
Delivers an attractive and consistent opaque Red Cedar matt finish.
Good coverage rate helps complete projects efficiently.
Primarily designed for brush application; sprayer compatibility is not specified.
Exclusively for sheds and fences, not suitable for decking or garden furniture.
The opaque finish covers the wood grain, which might not be preferred by all users.
Provides robust, long-lasting all-weather and UV protection.
Very fast 1-hour drying time enables quick project turnaround.
Can be used on both rough sawn and smooth planed wood surfaces.
Delivers an attractive and consistent opaque Red Cedar matt finish.
Good coverage rate helps complete projects efficiently.
Primarily designed for brush application; sprayer compatibility is not specified.
Exclusively for sheds and fences, not suitable for decking or garden furniture.
The opaque finish covers the wood grain, which might not be preferred by all users.
Ronseal Fence Life Plus is engineered for superior performance in protecting and beautifying your outdoor wood.
This paint offers advanced all-weather and UV protection, meaning your fences and sheds are shielded from rain, frost, and intense sunlight. This prevents common issues like wood rot, cracking, and colour fade, significantly extending the life and appearance of your structures. For instance, a fence treated with this product will maintain its vibrant Red Cedar colour and structural integrity much longer than untreated wood, even through harsh winters and sunny summers.
The 1-hour drying time is a significant advantage, especially for larger projects. This allows you to apply multiple coats in a single day, or complete a project quickly before a change in weather. Imagine treating your entire garden fence in the morning and having it dry and protected by lunchtime, ready for children or pets to safely be around in the afternoon.
With an average coverage of up to 6 m² per litre, a 5L tub can treat up to 30 square meters of timber. This makes it an economical choice for typical garden fences or sheds. To illustrate, a standard 1.8m x 1.8m fence panel is approximately 3.24 m² per side, so a 5L tub could cover roughly 9 fence panels (one side) with a single coat.
Its formulation allows it to adhere effectively to both rough sawn and smooth planed wood, ensuring consistent colour and protection across different timber types common in garden structures. Always ensure surfaces are clean and dry prior to application for optimal results.
Clean the Surface: Before applying, ensure the wood surface is clean, dry, and free from dirt, algae, or loose debris. Use a stiff brush or appropriate cleaner if necessary.
Stir Thoroughly: Open the tub and stir the paint well before and periodically during use to ensure consistent colour and texture.
Test Area: For best results, apply to a small, inconspicuous area first to check the colour and adhesion, especially if you have previously treated wood.
Application: Apply with a brush, ensuring even coverage. For optimal protection and colour depth, two coats are generally recommended, allowing 1 hour drying time between coats.
Suitable for: All rough sawn and smooth planed wooden sheds and fences.
Not suitable for: Decking, garden furniture, or other high-traffic areas requiring different protective properties.
Brush Cleaning: Clean brushes immediately after use with warm water and detergent.
Storage: Store any unused paint in its original tub, sealed tightly, in a frost-free environment.
Reapplication: While providing long-lasting protection, periodic inspection of your treated wood is recommended. Reapply a fresh coat every few years or as needed, depending on weather exposure and wear, to maintain optimal protection and appearance.