Fence Painting Melbourne
Timber, picket and Colorbond fences painted or stained to suit your home, with the right preparation for each surface.
Fence Painting and Staining in Melbourne's East
A freshly painted or stained fence lifts the whole look of your home and protects it from Melbourne's sun and rain. We paint and stain timber, picket and Colorbond fences across Melbourne's east and south-east, from a short front fence to the full boundary.
We're local fence painters based in Croydon North. Every job starts with a free, no-obligation quote, so you know exactly what's included before we start.
Signs Your Fence Needs Painting or Staining
✅ Paint that's peeling, flaking or chalky to the touch
✅ Timber that's turned grey, dry or patchy
✅ Faded Colorbond that no longer matches your home
✅ Stain that has worn off where the sun hits hardest
✅ A tired fence letting down your front yard before you sell
Not sure which colour to choose? See our house colour consultation.
Timber, Picket and Colorbond Fences
Timber and paling fences
Timber can be painted for a solid colour, or stained to keep the look of the grain. We can repair or replace damaged palings and rails first. Then we clean the fence, sand back grey or rough timber and let it dry before the first coat, so the paint or stain soaks in and lasts.
Picket fences
Pickets have a lot of edges, so they need careful cutting-in for a clean finish. We prepare and paint every face, edge and post so nothing is left patchy.
Colorbond fences
Yes, a Colorbond fence can be painted. It's pre-finished steel, so it needs the right preparation: we clean it, key the surface, apply a primer suited to pre-painted steel, then finish with two top coats in the colour you choose.
Paint or Stain: Which Is Right for Your Fence?
Stain suits timber you want to look natural: it soaks into the wood and shows the grain. Paint gives a solid, even paint finish and suits pickets, older timber that has been painted before, and Colorbond. For stained timber we use quality products such as Cutek and Intergrain. We'll recommend what suits your fence when we quote.
Painting the deck as well? See our deck oiling and staining service.
How We Paint or Stain Your Fence
Inspect and quote. We look at the fence type, its condition and access, and give you a written quote.
Repair. We repair or replace damaged palings and rails before any coating goes on.
Protect. We cover paths, garden beds and anything nearby.
Clean. We wash off dirt and treat mould. New timber is cleaned of the natural oils and tannins that stop coatings soaking in.
Prepare the surface. Timber: we sand back grey, rough fibres, fill cracks and dust off, then let it dry. Colorbond: we key the surface and treat any surface rust.
Prime. Bare timber and Colorbond get a primer suited to the surface, so the top coats grip.
Paint or stain. We brush, roll or spray, whichever suits your fence, and apply the coats it needs on dry days so the coating can cure properly.
Clean up and check. We tidy the site and walk the fence with you.
Why Choose Croydon Paintworks
✅ 5-year workmanship warranty
✅ Finish On Time & In Budget Guarantee
✅ Work to Australian Standards (AS/NZS 2311:2017)
✅ $10 million public liability insurance
✅ Clear written quotes and updates during the job
✅ Local painters based in Croydon North
Painting the house too? We also offer exterior house painting.
What Affects the Cost of Fence Painting?
Every fence is different, so we quote after seeing it. The main things that affect the price are:
✅ the length and height of the fence, and whether we paint one side or both
✅ the type: timber, picket or Colorbond
✅ its condition and how much preparation it needs
✅ paint or stain, and the number of coats
✅ access: garden beds, slopes and tight spaces
For general Melbourne painting costs, see our house painting cost guide, or our fence painting cost guide for typical fence prices.
Fence Painting FAQs
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Yes. Colorbond can be painted as long as it's prepared properly. We clean it, key the surface and use a primer suited to pre-painted steel before the top coats, so the new paint grips and lasts.
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Stain keeps the natural look of the timber and shows the grain. Paint gives a solid colour and suits pickets and fences that have been painted before. We'll recommend the best option when we quote.
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It depends on sun exposure, the type of timber and the coating. We'll tell you what to expect for your fence when we quote.
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Cleaning, preparation, priming where needed and the paint or stain coats your fence needs, plus protecting the area around it and cleaning up afterwards. Everything is listed in your written quote.
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Yes. We can paint your side, or both sides if your neighbour agrees. Let us know when you ask for a quote.
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Yes. We can repair or replace damaged palings and rails before we paint or stain, and we'll include it in your quote.
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It depends on the size, type and condition of the fence and whether you choose paint or stain. We give you a free, no-obligation quote. See our house painting cost guide for general Melbourne costs.
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Yes. Our house colour consultation is free on painting projects over $5,000, and available for a fee on smaller jobs.
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We paint fences across Melbourne's east and south-east. See our Service Areas page for the full list of suburbs.
5.0 ★ from 7 Google reviews
“We recently got our whole house (old house) painted by Andrew. He is exceptional in his craft with impressive attention to detail. He provided valuable advice and was always patient and cooperative. He finished his job on time with effective communication throughout the task. His quote is quite reasonable as compared to the market. Highly recommend!!”
-Aanchal S
“Croydon Paintworks did a fantastic job doing interior and exterior painting at my unit after contacting them with a specific ask. The quotation was fast and well priced, the communication was excellent and the timeliness and flexibility was appreciated. Now my plan A go to painting gang for future work!”
-Shane B
“Andrew has recently repainted some of our internal walls in a more durable paint. He showed up when he said he would. His pricing was competitive and the job was completed on time. He went out of his way to provide sample pots of a few options to ensure I was happy before committing to a colour/product. I’ve asked him to return to complete a further painting project as his professionalism and work was fantastic.”
-Sinead R
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Get a Free Fence Painting Quote
Tell us about your fence and we'll give you a free, no-obligation quote. Call 0469 307 633 or email croydonpaintworks@gmail.com. We paint fences across Melbourne's east, including Croydon, Ringwood, Boronia and Bayswater.