NOW that sunnier days are on the horizon, many people are turning their attention to their gardens.
If you feel like your fence could do with a spruce up and are considering giving it a one woman has shared a handy hack.
Julie claims the trick to is to ditch using a brush and pick up a sponge instead.
On her @julie_budaccount, she wrote: “I tried the sponge painting on fences today.
“To be honest I didn’t expect it to work, but what a game-changer.”;
The home owner shared how it sped up the process and made it so much easier.
Julie added: “All those wasted hours previously.”;
She showed how you just need to dip a in the paint and then wipe it onto the wooden slats.
In the comments she advised: “Get a decent sponge like a car one, I used about five kitchen ones.”;
In seconds the fence will be evenly coated, and you don’t have to worry about being visible.
Many people were hugely impressed with the and said they would try it out for themselves ahead of .
One said: “My shed needs a big refresh.. will 100 per cent try this!”;
Another commented: “Use the £1 sponges from b&q they're awesome for this just done mine.”;
While some suggested using a sprayer or a brush, Julie claimed her method is “so much quicker”; and is more accurate than a sprayer.
Simon Wardle, owner of patio supplier Armstrong Cheshire, also swears by the hack.
The expert revealed that can help to save you money as well as time and effort.
According to the pro, using a traditional brush can result in aching arms, uneven coverage, and a time-consuming technique.
“The flexibility and porousness of a sponge make it the perfect tool for painting your fence,”; he explained.
“It can mould around and reach into any nooks and indentations in the wood, allowing for smooth coverage even on the most textured fence panels.”;
He also pointed out the benefits to opting for sponges over paint bushes.
“Using a sponge significantly reduces the physical strain associated with traditional brush application,” Simon said.
For the best results, Simon suggested applying a primer to protect your fence from the elements.
As well as helping prevent weather damage, primer also ensures the paint adheres properly to your fence.
You should also clean any dirt or debris from the surface with a power washer or stiff-bristle brush.
This will help to prevent peeling or blistering in the future.
