Choosing a new fence is one thing. Choosing the colour can be the harder part.
You want something that complements your home, works with your garden and still looks good years down the track. With several shades of grey and a range of lighter neutrals available, it can be difficult to know where to start.
At Firm Fencing, we help Perth homeowners choose fencing that suits their property. Here, we look at seven Colorbond fencing colours worth considering: Monument, Woodland Grey, Surfmist, Basalt, Shale Grey, Paperbark and Dune. All seven feature in the current COLORBOND® steel fencing range.
What Colorbond fence colour would suit my house?
Start with the colours already around your property: your brickwork or render, roof, gutters, paving and outdoor finishes.
Your fence doesn’t have to match everything. A complementary colour can tie the space together, while a contrasting shade can make the fence a feature.
The following combinations are a starting point. The best choice will depend on the undertones of your home’s finishes and how the colour looks on site.
| Colour | Overall look | Combinations to consider |
| Monument | Dark and bold | Light render, contemporary exteriors and greenery |
| Woodland Grey | Dark and earthy | Natural brick, timber and established gardens |
| Surfmist | Light and soft | Pale render, coastal palettes and light paving |
| Basalt | Mid-to-dark grey | Grey finishes, stone and modern exteriors |
| Shale Grey | Light grey | White or grey render and cooler paving tones |
| Paperbark | Warm and neutral | Cream render, warm brick and sandstone tones |
| Dune | Soft grey-beige | Warm grey finishes, neutral render and natural materials |
Monument: a strong contrast for modern homes
If you like a darker fence, Monument is worth a look.
It can create a strong contrast against a light-coloured home and provide a backdrop for green planting. It’s an option to consider when you want your fencing to connect with dark gutters, window frames or other exterior details.
Just keep the size of the fenced area in mind. A dark colour across several boundaries will have a stronger visual presence than a lighter neutral.
Woodland Grey: an earthy option for gardens and brick homes
Woodland Grey is a good starting point if your outdoor area includes natural brick, timber or plenty of greenery.
It offers a darker finish with an earthy feel, which can work well where a sharp charcoal contrast feels too strong.
Compare it with Monument on site. Although both are dark options, their undertones can give your backyard quite a different look.
Surfmist: a lighter look for your outdoor area
Surfmist is worth considering if you prefer a light fence that works with pale render, lighter paving or a coastal-style exterior.
It can help carry a soft colour palette through the backyard, particularly where the house already has light finishes.
Check a sample beside your walls and paving before deciding. Light colours can look different next to bright white paint, cream render or warmer stone.
Basalt: a grey option between light and dark
If Monument feels too dark and Shale Grey feels too light, Basalt is worth comparing.
It can work with contemporary homes, grey exterior details and stone finishes. It’s also an option for homeowners who want some contrast without choosing the darkest fence colour.
Look at it alongside your roof and paving to see whether the tones work together.
Shale Grey: a softer grey for lighter homes
Shale Grey is an option to consider for white or grey rendered homes and outdoor areas with cooler paving tones.
It gives you a lighter grey alternative to Basalt, Woodland Grey and Monument.
If you’re choosing between Shale Grey and a warmer neutral such as Dune, compare both against your home’s finishes. That small difference in undertone can make a noticeable difference across a full fence.
Paperbark: a warm neutral for cream and brick exteriors
Paperbark is worth considering for homes with cream render, warm brickwork or sandstone-coloured paving.
It offers a softer combination where a cool grey might feel disconnected from the rest of the property.
For an established Perth home with warm exterior colours, Paperbark is a useful place to start your shortlist.
Dune: a balance between grey and beige
Dune is an option for homeowners looking for a neutral colour with some warmth.
It can complement natural materials and exterior palettes that sit between cream and grey. If Paperbark feels too warm but Shale Grey feels too cool, compare Dune with both.
It’s particularly useful to view this colour beside your paving, as those surfaces will often sit directly alongside the fence.
Should my fence match my roof?
Matching your roof can create a consistent look, but it isn’t the only approach.
You could also coordinate your fence with your gutters, garage door or window frames. In the backyard, your paving, garden and outdoor entertaining area may be more relevant than the roof.
Choose a colour that works with the property as a whole, rather than matching one feature at the expense of everything else.
Check a real colour sample before you decide
Online swatches are helpful for narrowing your options, but screens can change how colours appear. COLORBOND® steel recommends checking your choice against an actual product sample before purchasing.
When Firm Fencing visits your property, we bring Colorbond fencing colour swatches so you can see the colours up close. Compare your favourites with your brickwork, render and paving in sunlight and shade.
You can also browse the completed projects on our website to see how different colours look on an installed fence, helping you make your final decision.
If you share the fence with a neighbour, discuss the colour before placing your order so you can agree on an option that works for both properties.
Find the right Colorbond fence colour with Firm Fencing
You don’t need to have every detail decided before getting in touch.
Our team can talk you through your fencing options and help you choose a colour that complements your home and outdoor area.
Explore our Colorbond fencing colours or contact Firm Fencing for a free quote on your new fence.