5 Different Types Of Fencing Suited For Your Home Or Business

Go into any neighborhood across America and you’ll see fences enhancing property appeal, providing privacy and the first line of defense for security. Consider our Austin fence company for your next fence installation.

There are different types of materials used in fencing today in addition to classic wood fence installation. Here’s an overview of each material:

Vinyl

Fabricated from polyvinyl chloride (PVC), vinyl fencing is advantageous compared to wood, aluminum or chain link fences. Having a greater life cycle, vinyl fencing is more expensive but is maintenance free. With wood fencing, it can be painted any color, vinyl fencing is limited in its color availability but are designed in a variety of styles.

Wood

Wood fencing is not as limited as it once way. The designs have increased from privacy and picket to horizontal plank, rail styles, and custom design work. Cedar, redwood, and pine are just some of the many species of wood that are fabricated into fencing. They offer ample seclusion and are popular with city dwellers and suburbanites. White picket fences are a residential staple and rail fences are found in the rural areas.

Chain Link

Chain link fencing is durable, adaptable to any color scheme of a home or building. They are available in a variety of sizes and offer different gauges to accommodate specific needs. Chain link fencing is coated with galvanizes zinc to ward off rusting. It is used in securing the property for commercial and construction site fencing.

Iron

Iron or ornamental fencing is used in residential and commercial settings. Originally fabricated from wrought iron, ornamental fencing is now made from aluminum and steel. Design flexibility is the appeal of ornamental fencing.

Aluminum

Aluminum fencing is long lasting, does not rust, is maintenance-free, and comes in a wide selection of colors and contemporary design styles.

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