Remember the old cowboy song, Don’t Fence Me In? It’s been recorded by so many artists since its origin debut by Cole Porter in the 1930s, it really doesn’t matter how old you are, you’ve probably heard it sometime in your life. While the truth is the song doesn’t really relate to fences around our […]
Privacy Fences for Commercial Properties
When we plan fencing for commercial properties the primary concerns are usually safety and security, to prevent people from accessing the property. But sometimes privacy is just as important and we need to take extra steps to ensure that people can’t see into the property. Commercial privacy fences fulfill the same function as those constructed […]
How to Improve Your Home’s Curb Appeal with Beautiful Fences from Natural Enclosures
Real estate agents always emphasize the importance of curb appeal for potential buyers. It’s a given. But this doesn’t mean you should ignore this aspect of your home just because you aren’t planning to sell. By improving the curb appeal of your home you will add a welcoming ambiance for friends and family and will […]
How High Should You Build Your New Fence?
When you decide to build a new fence you need to decide how high it will be. Your decision will be based primarily on the function your fence will fulfill. A pretty little perimeter fence that defines the area of your property might be quite low, while a fence that has been designed for security […]
Why You Should Stain and Seal Your Fence This Summer
Summer weather brings with it sunshine and moisture, the quantity depending on where exactly you live. When you go out in the sun you’re advised to take precautions to prevent sunburn and maintain a healthy skin. The same applies to just about everything else that could potentially be damaged by the sun – and this […]
Fence Restoration the Easy Way
Like everything else in life the fences we install in and around our home and business properties need care and maintenance. But fences also age, and sometimes it’s necessary to do a bit more intense fence restoration. So how does your fence look right now? With summer just around the corner, you’re going to want […]
Benefits of Solid Fences vs. Hedges and Planted Screens
Fences, walls, and planted barriers, including hedges, all play an important role in landscaping in and around our homes. They can also increase security and privacy, and add a certain ambiance to the outdoor environment in which we live. But how do you decide what type of barrier to choose? And how do you decide […]
Recognize the Decorative Qualities of Fences
The most common reason for building fences and other natural enclosures is to enclose houses and other buildings and in that way keep occupants, animals, and property safe and secure. Fencing can also be designed to provide privacy and to help control noise, wind, and even partially block out sunshine. Fences may also be used […]
How to Ensure Entry Gates Improve Security
If you have or are planning a wall or fence for your property you will need at least one entry gate, for vehicles and/or pedestrians. These should be chosen carefully, taking practical considerations into account as well as aesthetics and security. While entry gates, by their very nature, are constructed to give you safe access […]
The Best Materials for Natural Enclosures
If you are looking for fencing that looks natural, you need to concentrate on natural materials like wood and stone. While metal and vinyl can look amazing, they don’t blend with nature the same way as natural materials do. Nor does formal brick or concrete blocks, simply because they are manmade. But it doesn’t end […]
