A: Sherwin-Williams' best paint for a metal gazebo is our SuperPaint® Exterior Acrylic Latex. This paint offers excellent adhesion and coverage, including on metal surfaces that are free of oil, grease, rust and corrosion.
How to Paint or Stain a Gazebo
Could your yard use an easy and cost-efficient revamp to bring new life to your outdoor hangouts? If so, painting or staining your gazebo could be the perfect DIY project to tackle next. Your gazebo provides shade and protection from the elements while being integral to your space's identity. That's why this structure deserves to be refinished! Painting or staining your gazebo transforms how it looks and adds a protective layer to help it withstand the elements for longer. The best part is that you can choose a paint or stain color you love, whether it's a head-turning hue or an elegant, coordinating shade.
Sherwin-Williams is eager to help you experience all the benefits of painting or staining your gazebo. That's why we're providing this convenient guide with steps to follow, valuable tips to remember and answers to commonly asked questions. So, keep reading for awesome gazebo decorating ideas and information on giving this structure a well-deserved makeover in no time!
Upsides to Painting or Staining a Gazebo
When you paint or stain your gazebo, you get to customize how it looks and express your creativity, instantly enhancing your outdoor space and home's curb appeal. However, there are other advantages to completing this project than an appearance lift. A new coat of paint or stain protects the structure from harsh outdoor elements and temperature changes, preventing it from fading, cracking and moisture damage. Refinishing your gazebo will add to its lifespan and ensure you enjoy your outdoor retreat for longer.
Painting a Gazebo vs. Staining a Gazebo
Painting and staining a gazebo offer added durability and style to the structure, but there are key differences to keep in mind. For starters, painting requires a clean and smooth surface, which usually entails light sanding and scrubbing. Staining requires the additional step of stripping the previous finish from the wood. Another difference is that paint provides a durable, opaque layer that covers the surface, while stain penetrates the surface and allows the wood grain to show.
STEP 1
Prepare the Gazebo & Surrounding Area
Preparation is key to a successful DIY project, like refinishing your gazebo. Start by moving furniture, potted plants and décor from your working area and covering nearby greenery with plastic sheeting to protect it from drips and spills. Then, begin cleaning your gazebo using a scrub brush and mild detergent to remove dirt and debris. You'll also want to use a scraper to remove chipping or peeling paint to create a smooth surface.
Removing the previous finish before staining your gazebo is crucial, allowing the new stain to penetrate the surface. We recommend using SuperDeck® Stain and Sealer Remover to prepare the wood gazebo for staining. If you're painting your gazebo, use our Exterior Latex Wood Primer to boost adhesion and coverage for the new paint.
Tip: If you have a metal gazebo, be sure to check for and repair any rusted areas before applying two coats of SuperPaint® Exterior Acrylic Latex.
STEP 2
Paint or Stain Your Gazebo
Now it's time for the fun part: painting or staining your gazebo! For this step, use a high-quality brush for smaller, detailed areas and a roller for larger, flat areas. To complete this project, we recommend using Sherwin-Williams best paint for a gazebo, SuperPaint® Exterior Acrylic Latex, and our best wood stain for a gazebo, WoodScapes® Exterior House Stain.
Regardless of your product, start at the top and work down while paying particular attention to trim, railings and other intricate details. If you're staining, applying the product in the direction of the wood grain will help achieve a more natural look. Lastly, follow the instructions on the product label and allow ample drying time between the first and second coats.
STEP 3
Clean Up Supplies & Admire Your Hard Work
Now that you've painted or stained your gazebo, you can start cleaning up your supplies and putting furniture and décor back into place. All that remains is examining your beautiful gazebo and all the effort you put into this project. You can even explore more gazebo decorating ideas to keep the updates going!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Project Supplies
PRIMER, PAINT & STAIN
BRUSHES, ROLLERS & FRAMES
OTHER TOOLS & SUPPLIES
FAQs
A: Sherwin-Williams' best stain for a cedar gazebo is our WoodScapes® Exterior House Stain. You can easily achieve your desired hue by applying two coats of this stain to your cedar gazebo, and we offer plenty of stain colors to consider!
A: One of the many benefits of refinishing your gazebo is the chance to pick a gazebo paint color or shade of stain you love. For instance, you could give your gazebo a pop of color to draw attention from onlookers or choose a stain color that enhances the wood and matches your home's color scheme. Thankfully, Sherwin-Williams carries numerous paint and stain colors, from bright, vibrant hues to subtle, refined shades.
More Gazebo Paint Colors
Here are some popular colors we love for this project.
