Gartenhaus streichen - Tipps & Tricks
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A garden shed is a popular feature in any garden. It often looks very pretty and serves as a storage place for patio furniture, cushions, etc., or is used as a cozy retreat in bad weather. However, it does require regular maintenance. Because even though garden sheds are usually made from domestic softwoods such as spruce, which are considered quite robust, UV radiation, moisture and frost will damage the wood over time. But don’t worry! What sounds like a lot of work is actually done quite quickly. Painting a garden shed made easy – we’ll explain what you need to pay attention to.
Why you should paint your garden shed
Would you like your garden shed to add a splash of colour to your garden? Then painting your wooden shed in your preferred colour is just the thing for you! In addition to their attractive appearance, our opaque paints primarily provide protection against wind and weather, keeping your shed in good condition for a long time. Do you prefer the natural look of the wooden shed? Then we recommend that you treat your garden shed with a wood stain.
Painting the garden shed: we’ll show you how!
To paint your garden shed, you’ll need a simple flat brush in addition to your chosen paint and primer. To prevent unwanted stains and streaks on floors, windows, and other surfaces, we recommend generously masking off adjacent components or covering them with film or painter’s fleece. For any necessary touch-ups, you should have a filler and possibly a sander on hand. For painting, the wood should be smooth and free of dirt.
Also choose a rain-free day with outside temperatures of at least 10 degrees Celsius to paint your garden shed. Spring and summer are the best seasons.
Step 1: Planning the painting of the garden shed
Even if painting the wooden house itself doesn’t take long, there may be several additional steps required before you can finally start. So it’s best to check the condition of the existing stain or paint in advance so you can allow enough time for any necessary prep work such as sanding or removing resin.
Step 2: Cleaning and preparation
If your garden shed has been standing in your garden for a while, a fair amount of dirt has probably accumulated on the wooden structure. You can easily remove loose dirt with a broom. For more stubborn grime such as moss and the like, you can use a scrubbing brush or even a pressure washer. Linseed oil soap can also be used to clean weather-stained wood. In general, it is not absolutely necessary to sand the wood before painting the garden shed. However, dirt and dust must still be removed thoroughly. Cracks and other damage will remain visible in this case. If you notice that the wood is uneven or the old stain/paint is flaking off, you should definitely remove the old layers with a sander or sandpaper (grit 80) before you can repaint the garden shed. Remember to sweep away the dust produced before applying the new coat.Step 3: Mask off areas that are not to be painted
Carefully mask off frames, windows, door glazing, fascia boards on flat roofs and any small parts that are not to be painted with painter’s tape. If possible, you can remove doors and windows to make your work easier.
Don’t forget the area around the garden shed at this stage either. Cover surrounding surfaces such as lawn, tiles or paving stones with protective sheeting to protect them from paint splashes and discolouration.
Step 4: Priming and impregnating
After cleaning and before you can paint the garden shed, the wood must first be impregnated. Suitable products include wood primer, wood preservative primer or an impregnating stain. The impregnation protects untreated softwoods such as spruce, pine and similar from fungal attack and swelling, and provides a good base for the subsequent coat of paint. Apply the impregnation undiluted with a brush to bare or previously sanded wood. If you discover notches or holes in the softwood, you can fill them with a filler. Want to paint your garden shed in bright colours? For light pastels or white, apply two additional coats of impregnation. Without this sufficient isolating primer, resin may bleed through and cause the light paint layers to yellow. After around 24 hours of drying time, you can then paint the primed garden shed.
Step 5: Painting the garden shed
To paint your garden shed, it’s best to use our topcoat undiluted and apply two coats in total. When painting, make sure you always brush in the direction of the wood grain. For larger areas, you can alternatively use a foam roller to paint the shed. Once the first coat has dried after about 4 hours, depending on temperature and weather, you can apply the final coat. To achieve the best result, the painted wood must be protected from rain for around 4 hours.
Your garden shed is brand new? Then you should paint it before it is assembled. This way you can treat the boards right into every corner and give them comprehensive protection against moisture and more.
Tip:
Just like the garden shed, you can also paint wooden and roof cladding, a carport or a pergola. However, our opaque paints are not suitable for painting floors or wooden garden furniture. For these, use our Terrace and Garden Furniture Stain.
Our garden shed opaque paint: BAUFIX Express Opaque Paint
- faster drying, allowing two coats per day
- significantly greater durability
- increased weather resistance
- for exterior and interior use
- for wood, plaster, masonry, etc.
Wie oft sollte ich das Gartenhaus streichen?
Nach dem Gartenhaus streichen hast du vermutlich erstmal genug davon. Glücklicherweise ist ein Anstrich auch gar nicht allzu häufig von Nöten. Je nach Sonne, Regen, Wind und anderen Einflüssen hält sich die Farbe mit ihrer Schutzfunktion um die 2 Jahre. Solltest du feststellen, dass die Farbe abbröckelt, solltest du nicht einfach nur überstreichen, sondern alles komplett abschleifen und erneut mit der Grundierung beginnen.
Gartenhaus streichen: Wann ist der beste Zeitpunkt dafür?
Da sowohl Grundierung als auch Farbe ihre Zeit zum Trocknen benötigen, sollte die Temperatur nicht unter 10 Grad Celsius liegen und die Luftfeuchtigkeit nicht zu hoch sein. Idealerweise ist es mit bis maximal 25 Grad Celsius etwas wärmer, bewölkt, um direkte Sonneneinstrahlung zu verhindern, aber trocken. Die beste Zeit zum Gartenhaus streichen sind daher die Frühlings- oder Sommermonate. Bei niedrigerer Temperatur und hoher Luftfeuchtigkeit verlängert sich Trocknungszeit.
Gartenhaus streichen: Welche Farbe?
Unsere Deckfarben schützen dein Holz vor Feuchtigkeit und blättern nicht. Die Wetterschutzfarben sorgen dafür, dass Witterung und Sonneneinstrahlung dem Holz nichts anhaben können. Unsere BAUFIX Express-Deckfarbe gibt es in verschiedenen attraktiven Farbtönen und verleiht deinem Gartenhaus langanhaltenden Schutz bei besonders einfacher Verarbeitung.
Die Wahl der Farbe für dein Gartenhaus hängt von mehreren Faktoren ab. Berücksichtige den Architekturstil deines Wohnhauses und Gartenhauses, um eine Farbe zu wählen, die diesen Stil ergänzt. Natürliche Holzfarben passen gut in grüne, bewaldete Umgebungen, während kräftige Primärfarben auf großen Grünflächen auffallen. In blühenden Gärten harmonieren Farbtöne, die sich in die Pflanzenwelt einfügen.
Should I stain or paint my garden shed?
Whether you should treat your garden shed with stain or paint depends on your needs and aesthetic preferences. Wood stains preserve the natural look of the wood by keeping the structure and grain visible. For larch and teak, applying wood oil is popular. Stains penetrate the wood, allow it to breathe and regulate moisture, which reduces the risk of cracks and warping. They provide protection for around two to three years and, depending on the colour shade, offer good UV protection.
Protective paints provide an opaque, even layer of colour that completely covers the wood and adds colour accents. Wood paints form a water-repellent and elastic protective coating that lasts around four to five years. During this time, the coated wood is effectively protected against weathering. This method is particularly suitable if you prefer a robust, long-lasting coating.