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 […]
Winter is the Ideal Time to Start Your Next Deck or Fence Project
You may not be inspired to do outdoor projects in the middle of winter, but if you are thinking of building a custom deck or fence, winter is the ideal time to start. Even if you don’t begin construction work until the end of winter there is a lot to think about in the meantime. […]
The Importance of Winter Fence Maintenance
Winter is commonly a time for introspection and indoor living, especially when it’s cold, wet, windy, or snowing. It certainly isn’t a time when people instantly think of gardening and backyard improvements. But if you don’t maintain your fences and other outdoor structures, you will pay for it in spring and summer. Wet conditions, as […]
Keep Your Fires Safe This Winter – Tips From Natural Enclosures Fence Company
There is nothing nicer than sitting around a cozy fire in the cold winter months. Fire appeals to our most basic instincts and does more than keep us warm. But sadly, heating equipment including open fireplaces and wood-burning stoves is a leading cause of home fire deaths. In fact, about 50 percent of all home-heating […]
Keep Your Pool Legally Safe with Pool Fences by Natural Enclosures
Swimming pools are a great asset in summer, and their inclusion in your home’s backyard will undoubtedly increase the value of the property. But swimming pools come with inherent risks that must never be ignored. Luckily, these risks can be reduced with pool fences by Natural Enclosures Fence Company. While there are national building codes […]
Stain and Seal Your Deck to Protect it from Fall and Winter Weather
A wooden deck is a fantastic feature that enables us to spend more time outdoors, not only in spring and summer, but also when the weather is good during fall and sometimes even in the winter months. Unlike a swimming pool that gets closed up and basically locked away for winter, a well designed deck […]
How to Use Fencing as a Landscaping Tool
Fencing is most commonly used around the perimeter of a property, to keep animals or unwanted visitors out, or to prevent children or animals from straying. It may also be used to screen areas within a yard, for privacy, to help minimize noise, or to create a degree of protection from wind. Whichever primary function […]
