While often overlooked, garden sheds have the potential to set the tone for your outdoor living space and act as an extension of your home. Give this corner of your garden the love it deserves, and show it off with a colourful makeover.
Three quick steps to makeover your shed.
Dulux Weathershield® is perfect for your shed. Weathershield® has been specially designed to provide a tough, hard-wearing finish that provides protection from all weather conditions. Formulated with MaxiFlex™ Technology to expand and contract with the surface, Dulux guarantees Weathershield® won't peel, flake or blister for as long as you live in your home.
Select your preferred finish
Dulux Weathershield® is available in matt, gloss, semi-gloss and low gloss finishes.
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Paint pot
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To start, find inspiration and select from the Dulux colour range. Explore our inspiration gallery and get a sample pot to help you choose the perfect colour.
Move bikes, plants or outdoor furniture that are close to the shed.
Using a sharp knife, cut an “X”. Place tape over the X and remove quickly. If any paint comes off, all unstable paint must be removed.
If needed, fill gaps and sand any imperfections in the plaster or paint. If the surface is peeling, flaking, mouldy, or blistering, read more detailed advice on how to prepare exterior surfaces.
Clean the area using Selleys Original Sugar Soap, ensuring you remove any dirt and dust.
Mask your trim and anything else you don't want to paint. Lay down a drop sheet to protect the area from drips.
Watch our How to Paint Weatherboards video and read the quick steps to get the right finish on your weatherboards.
Start by cutting in around the edges and hard-to-reach areas using Dulux Weathershield®.
Load your roller and apply paint to the wall in a ‘W’ motion. Cross over the same section as needed and continue to paint along the wall until it is evenly covered.
Smooth over the wet painted section with long brush strokes. Do not reload the brush when you do this, a few strokes should be enough to smooth the surface.
Repeat this process for the second coat. Allow to dry, then give the surface a light sand with 400 grit sandpaper and repeat for a second coat.
If painting bare timber a third coat will need to be applied.
Get started with a lick of paint, a pop of colour, and tips on how to give your furniture a refresh.
Make an impression from the moment your guests arrive with this striking refresh.
Create a relaxing retreat by your pool where you can spend hours watching the day go by.
The front of your house is all about first impressions. Look around your neighbourhood to see what colours appeal to you.
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