Updated 27 September 2026
Paint or stain a fence cost UK 2026
The going rate for paint or stain a fence in 2026 is paint: £20–£32/panel · stain: £23–£37/panel (total, ex VAT). Below: a calculator, what the job involves, materials at three price levels, and the prep that changes the price.
Market band, paint£20–£32/panel
Worked example, 10 panel£318
Time on site1 days
Paint or stain a fence calculator
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Market bands
| Option | Band | Source |
|---|---|---|
| paint | £20–£32/panel | Checkatrade |
| stain | £23–£37/panel | Checkatrade |
What the job involves
| Stage | Task | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| prep | Brush down, clear plants | 0.1 h per panel |
| paint | Two coats | 0.6 h per panel |
What changes the price
- Finish? paint · stain big effect
- Fence condition? good · mossy or flaking
Questions
How much does paint or stain a fence cost in the UK in 2026?
The researched market band is paint: £20–£32/panel · stain: £23–£37/panel (total, ex VAT), from Checkatrade. A worked example of 10 panel comes to about £303–£332 across budget, trade and premium materials.
How long does paint or stain a fence take?
The worked example of 10 panel takes about 1 working days.
What changes the price of paint or stain a fence?
Mainly finish, plus any prep found on site: .
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