Fencing Types – Which Is The Ideal Type For You?

23Jul08

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Ask people regarding their preference of fencing characteristics and most shall give containment of their toddlers and/or pets as their primary purpose. The moneyed consider wood fences and aluminum fences as their favorites; however, these materials have their own sets of pros and cons associated with their respective uniqueness. Wood fencing works out cheaper than everything else but is a maintenance guzzler; imagine the cost for a fence length if it runs for even a quarter of a mile. However, to get the feel of wood while cutting down on maintenance, a durable option remains the synthetic alternative i.e. vinyl fences with a wood finish.

For those preferring metal, chain-link fence type proves ideal though residential area fencing mars the scenic beauty a bit. The entire fence length comprises wire netting/chain-wire construction; the weave comprises galvanized/LLDPE-coated wires made of steel. The weave runs vertically and bends to provide a zigzag pattern. These are strong and long lasting no-doubt, but quite high-priced and lacks the elegance that of a wooden fence.

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Wrought iron fence type is the choice if you have a fascination for strength and ornamentation. The look and feel of wrought iron fences last through decades; due to the absence of welding in premium quality fences, there won’t be any red rust problems detracting its overall beauty. Just be careful that the iron is galvanized first and then powder-coated throughout the fence length; it imparts protection against corrosion, adds durability and also a great appearance. Beauty and security in a complete package of great esthetics, that’s what wrought iron imparts in the fencing characteristics.

Now, we move on to the statistics of putting up a fence. For containment purposes, nothing less than a seven and a half feet fence shall do; for visual or esthetic purposes, residential fencing can go as low as 4 feet but no less than that. Regarding the fence posts, they must be between 6 and 8 feet apart. And if you are too keen to know about the expenses associated with the fence types right now, then, he material can range anything between $15.00 and $30.00 per/ft. Add to this the fencing installation charges and you shall have a complete picture regarding fencing. However, if you have an uneven fencing terrain, a NOBLE CONTOUR or CONTINUOUS FENCING (post and rail fence made from 1-5/8”, 15-gauge round galvanized steel tube) can serve as an ideal perimeter fence. These are 7’ to 8’ long modules with posts set in concrete; with tapping screws locking each rail of the fence in position, it can be considered fail-proof if not anything else.

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