The first step towards replacing your old broken and insecure fencing is to choose your fence panels and the height that you want your fencing to come to. Once that decision has been made however, deciding which posts you are to use when erecting a fence is equally important.
There are a number of options available, but some are more practical than others depending on the type of fence you are planning to erect in your garden:
- concrete posts
- wooden posts
- metal posts
Most posts are available in a range of different heights, but you need to bear in mind that in some cases, there may be restrictions in place about where you can erect fencing and the maximum height that fencing can be, for example in conservation areas or if your new fence will block out light to a neighbour’s garden. If in doubt, it is always best to speak to a local planning officer at your local council.
First and foremost when erecting a fence the obvious and perhaps most important thing to do is to decide what type of fence will suit your needs. There are 4 main types of fencing that you can use:
- closeboard
- palisade
- overlap
- trellis
By understanding what each of these types of fencing look like and are suitable for, you will be able to get the best type of fence to suit your needs.
Closeboard fencing is made from overlapped boards of timber. Closeboard fence panels provide complete privacy and are the strongest of the 4 main types of fence.
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Contractors have begun installing a £628k perimeter fence around the airport on the Isle of Man in line with plans drawn up by the Department for Transport in 2005. The plans for the fence installation were originally proposed when it was found that sections of fencing were broken or damaged, leaving the perimeter of the airfield insecure. In addition, a stile crossing the wall of the airfield enabled public access to the airfield itself.
The work to erect fencing around the site began yesterday and will stretch 3.7 miles with areas of the airport that need to be protected by high security fencing being surrounded with concrete fence posts that are 2.8 metres high, with a layer of barbed wire as an additional deterrent to trespassers. Metal fence posts with lower level metal fencing will provide a secure boundary around other areas of the airport perimeter as a cheaper option where high security isn’t such an issue.
The high cost of installing the airport security fencing has resulting in criticism being directed at the Department for Transport, however airport director, Ann Reynolds maintains that the benefits of providing additional safety and security justify the cost, saying that the current inadequate security leave those using the airport vulnerable because of the “number of trespassers” using the airfield as a short cut.
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In my last few posts I have been discussing the pros and cons of different types of fencing and why they may or may not be the best option for your new fencing design or to add the finishing touch to your revamped garden.
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Last week I discussed some of the reasons why you may want to use privacy fencing to make your garden more private and touched on a couple of different types of fencing that would suit your garden and the reasons why these may be the best options for your garden or to be installed alongside a patio area or driveway.
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In this post I am going to write about all the different types of fencing you can erect around your garden and driveways. I will be telling the different types of fencing and the differences in looks so you have a little bit more awareness of what is about.
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There are many reasons why you may want or need to privatise your garden. Whether it be because you live near a main road, are looking to stop animals coming onto your property or would just like to stop nosey neighbours from peering in, fencing is very handy to keep your space your own. Good fencing can also provide effective shelter for your garden.
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Whilst a beautifully landscaped garden can offer peace and tranquility on those long sunny afternoons and evenings many home owners neglect to think of security when designing their garden and perimeter. Many landscape gardeners or fence installers will be happy to discuss and offer advice on garden security once asked but if the subject is not broached they do not know your concerns so here I’m going to give you some food for thought on the security of your garden for future landscaping plans.
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Fencing is not just a way of crossing swords and saying on guard. It can bring a surprisingly abundant amount of pleasure to the home owner whilst knowing the nosey neighbours are kept guessing at their secret garden or back yard. Read more…
Summer is over, the winter is drawing in, winds picking up, will your fence last through the winter?
Many people leave this area of the garden until last and choosing the right fence is important, they need to last the duration and look the part. So which is the best for you? Do you base your decision on buying a new fence based on price? Are you looking for added security from your fence? Bringing the best aesthetically out of your garden? Increased Privacy?
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