Maintain the Beautiful Look of Your Wooden Fence
Wooden fences create a beautiful sense of structure and privacy, and they also increase your property’s curb appeal and value. But keep in mind that you’ll need to perform regular maintenance to keep your wooden fence looking good as new. Curious to know more? You’re in the right place. Keep reading for seven simple wooden fencing maintenance tips that will help your fence look beautiful for years to come.
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Avoid Vines
Although vines are visually appealing, they’re not worth the damage they can cause your new wood fence. After all, plants are a great place for moisture and insects to thrive. Try to keep plants away from your fence, at least so they’re not directly touching
Don’t Hang Items
Hanging items on your wooden fence, like flower baskets, may cause warping. If possible, try not to hang anything on your fence. And if you do, make sure they’re super lightweight.
Repaint Every Two Years
Refreshing your fence’s paint, water repellent, or stain every other year is an important part of regular wooden fence maintenance. If you don’t stay on top of these treatments, you’re exposing your fence to a high risk of water damage, warping, or breakage.
Regularly Clean Your Fence
Over time, dirt and debris will build up on your wooden fence. As a part of your regular fence maintenance, make sure to thoroughly clean your fence when it starts to look dingy. When it’s time to clean, you can use a wire brush, a hose, a power washer, or oxygenated bleach. Proper cleaning will not only make your fence look nicer, but it will also reduce the risk of mold and mildew building up.
If you’re interested in wooden fencing and would like to learn about the services and products we at SR Fencing can offer you, and if you live in or around the Benton, AR area, please do not hesitate to contact us at (501) 213-3350 anytime for an appointment.
