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Advice on fence colour for small backyard

Hello brains trust, I’m looking to paint the old fence of my townhouse’s small backyard and seeking some advice on colour. There are plenty of plants and the colour needs to complement the garden. Dark grey/blue seems very popular and I can see how it makes plants stand out - I’m just concerned it might look too dark in this small area? Has anyone painted dark (or light) in a small area, and happy to share photos? Thanks

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mich1972

Good evening @Berry I can’t even focus on the fence, I’m too busy enjoying looking at your wonderful, beautiful garden !!!!!! I absolutely LOVE it 😍 I can’t answer the question about your fence sorry, I wonder if an earthy type of colour would blend in well like an olive green or a charcoal grey or something ? I know there are brilliant Community members that are very knowledgeable and talented with paint colours who could help you out.
Good luck and I can’t wait to see what happens 😊🌿

MitchellMc

Hi @Berry,

Typically, the effect of making a space seem more confined by using darker colours is most prevalent indoors. With the ceiling above and dark walls, it can make a room feel smaller. Outside, I don't see this as so much of an issue and feel that a darker colour for the fence will work quite well. Here's a quick image manipulation of your yard.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell

Jason

Hi @Berry,

I'd recommend you take a look at two very popular colours for fences - Dulux Domino and Dulux Monument.

There's discussion in these previous conversations:

Fence colour - Dulux Monument or Domino?

What's the difference between Dulux Domino and Monument?

Hope that helps.

Jason

Berry

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/30739#Comment_30739

Thank you 😊

Berry

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/30744#Comment_30744

Thanks this is really helpful to imagine how it might like

Berry

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/30746#Comment_30746

I’m leaning towards ironstone which looks a bit bluer, think I’ll need a test pot. Thanks for the links!

Jason

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/77839#Comment_77839

No worries @Berry, please let us know how you go. We're looking forward to seeing the end result.

Jason

mich1972

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/77839#Comment_77839

Can’t wait to see what you do with your fence 😁

EricL

Hi @Berry

Here are a few more images in Colorbond Wind Spray, Domino and Jarrah. I hope the images help with your decision.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

mich1972

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/30764#Comment_30764

I love the 2nd one , the black colour @EricL

EricL

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/77848#Comment_77848

Hi @mich1972

It must be the traditionalist in me, I prefer the Jarrah as I've seen it in almost every other home. But the Dulux Domino is super modern.

Eric

Berry

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/30739#Comment_30739

Update: I went with a grey that has a purple undertone to warm it up, British Paints ‘Cable grey’. Hopefully this is not TOO purple in the sunlight, we’ll see! Here’s a before and after - only one coat so far. Thanks @EricL @mich1972 @Jason @MitchellMc for your suggestions.

mich1972

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/77985#Comment_77985

Far out !!!!!! @Berry What a massive difference already with just one coat. Looks great. Look at your Lobellia stand out, beautiful 🤩

MitchellMc

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/77985#Comment_77985

Sensational work @Berry, that looks terrific!

Well done and great colour choice. Many thanks for updating us with pictures of the finished project.

Mitchell

Berry

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/103095#Comment_103095

2 years on and the colour looks great against the greenery as it’s grown.

mich1972

Good afternoon @Berry Love , love, LOVE !!!!!!! Look at your beautiful garden, amazing and looking extremely productive 🪴🪴🥰 Thank you so much for sharing.
Berry could I please ask you if you could share with the Workshop Community, especially new gardeners looking here , what you have growing and harvesting and how you are looking after it ? 🙂

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