Bracing, also known as corner braces, end post braces, or gate post braces, are supports that are used on many different types of fencing to strengthen corner, end or gate posts. Braces can be...
Razor mesh is a form of razor wire that is welded into sheets of mesh with large, diamond shaped openings. The wire the mesh is made of is razor wire. These sheets are usually galvanized and often...
Panel clamps, also known as dog kennel clamps are a simple way to attach two chain link fence panels together. These galvanized panel clamps look like a figure eight split in half, with a hole for a...
IPE posts are a special kind of I beam post that is used for palisade fencing in England, South Africa and other countries. These posts are lighter weight than typical structural I beams, and are...
Vinyl fence is a very popular privacy fence option - especially in North America. If you want to install a vinyl fence and are looking for an easy to use material take off calculator, you're in the...
One of the problems with mesh fences like chain link fences and welded mesh fences is that they don't offer any privacy. While they are certainly cost-effective, durable and low maintenance, that's...
It’s not the most common option for fence posts, but in many parts of the world, concrete fence posts are used. Sometimes, they’re part of a concrete palisade fence, and sometimes they’re used for concrete panel fences. But they are also used as an alternative to steel posts for mesh fence systems.
Let’s take a closer look at the pros and cons of concrete fence posts, so you can decide if they’re the right choice for your fence.
When you need to install a metal fence on an existing surface, the best way to do that is usually to use a baseplated fence structure. However, like most things related to fencing, there are many different options for base plated fences.
Here’s what you need to know about the more common types of baseplates, what kind of surface you need to baseplate a fence, and what kind of hardware is usually used for baseplated fences.
Pallets are everywhere these days. They’re all over Pinterest DIY boards and your social media feed. They’re being transformed into everything from portable patios to shabby chic planters.
You would certainly not be alone if you were wondering if you could build a wooden fence out of pallets. Here’s what you need to know.
When most people think about getting a sliding gate, they usually think it’s a one size fits all situation. However, there are several different types of sliding gates that use different kinds of hardware and are designed for different applications.
There are also different considerations when it comes to the room needed for the gate to slide and a variety of other things to consider. So, let’s take a closer look at the different kinds of sliding gates out there, how they work, and which one might work for you.
Chain link is the most popular type of fence around the world. It's durable, cost effective and relatively easy to install. Whether you call it chain link fencing, diamond mesh or something else, you've probably seen a lot of it in your city or town.
That's not surprising, given that there are hundreds of thousands of feet of it installed in nearly every country in the world. But have you ever considered how it's made? Let's take a closer look at how chain link fence fabric is made.
Even the most durable fence systems do need some maintenance to keep performing and looking their best. If you discover that one or more metal fence posts are leaning, it may be possible to fix them rather than replace them.
Let’s take a closer look at how to fix a leaning metal post in concrete, as well as situations where this might not be possible.
Many people find the price of gate automation a little high, and they find they need to save or budget for it. But they still need their gate opening closed, so it’s fairly common for customers to consider installing a manual sliding gate at first and then adding gate automation later. Here’s what you need to know.
