Deck Painting in Cheltenham

Decking boards take more wear than almost any other painted surface in a garden. Foot traffic, furniture legs, rainwater pooling, and frost damage all work against the coating over time.

We inspect every board before we start. Boards with surface algae or greying are cleaned before any coating is applied — applying treatment over algae growth is one of the most common reasons deck treatments fail early.

Softwood boards typically take a penetrating stain well. Hardwood boards, particularly ipe or bangkirai, need a specific oil-based system, as standard fence stains will not bond to dense tropical hardwoods without a pre-treatment step.

Balustrades define how a deck looks from the garden. Poorly finished posts and rails stand out immediately against freshly treated boards.

We paint balustrades and vertical posts as part of the complete deck job. For period properties in Charlton Kings and Pittville, balustrades often get a solid paint finish rather than a stain for a crisper, more formal appearance.

We use a durable exterior gloss or satinwood on balustrade posts and horizontal rails, with application by brush throughout to reach into all joints and internal corners.

Steps and handrails are safety-critical surfaces. A deck step that becomes slippery after rain is a hazard regardless of how well it looks.

We assess all steps before treating. Where steps are likely to become slippery, we recommend an anti-slip additive — especially important for north-facing decks in Battledown or Charlton Kings, where shade keeps surfaces damp for longer.

Handrails are painted or stained to match the balustrades, with extra coverage on all joints, post tops, and horizontal surfaces that collect water.