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Bring your garden back to life and read our tips for painting and planning outdoor spaces.
Summer is the perfect time to bring color and life to your garden. When the weather is right, it’s time to head outside and get painting!
Why not take inspiration from the mecca of gardening enthusiasts, Britain? The Al Fresco shades in the Frenchic range, developed in England, are designed to blend beautifully with gardens and outdoor spaces, in harmony with nature.
Al Fresco is an award-winning hybrid paint that is weather-resistant and non-yellowing.
Frenchic Al Fresco outdoor paints make it easy and fun to brighten up your garden – whether you’re painting a front door, garden furniture or an entire furniture set.
These short, easy instructions include practical tips for painting outdoor spaces. Read them, get inspired – and pick up a paintbrush!
The result is atmospheric and a perfect addition to a summer garden. Because DIY is the perfect choice!
Art Meets the Garden - Use Colors the Way Nature Does!
Outdoor Painting Checklist – Ensure a Successful Result
Frenchic Al Fresco paint range is designed for outdoor use – it won’t peel, crack or fade. Al Fresco paints contain UV protection and a mold inhibitor. Paint furniture that you can store sheltered from the weather during the winter.
A few tips to ensure the best possible result:
1. Check the weather forecast
You need at least 48 hours of dry weather after painting. An unexpected shower can ruin the job, and dew can be heavy in late summer. In spring, you can paint outdoors when the temperature is +10 degrees during the day and remains above freezing for at least 48 hours overnight: this gives the paint a chance to dry.
2. Prepare the surface carefully
Wood, terracotta, and natural stone absorb moisture – make sure they are completely dry before painting. A good rule of thumb is to wash the surface one day and paint it the next.
3. Paint in the shade
Direct sunlight can dry the paint too quickly and affect the end result. Protect your project with shade or a parasol. Remember to protect the paint can from the sun and debris too.
4. Protect your surroundings and yourself
Even when painting outdoors, drop cloths and painting clothes are still essential. Al Fresco paint is very durable once dry – even splashes are not easily removed.
You can read the full outdoor painting instructions here.
See the full Al Fresco paint range here.
