Pyramid caps are fence post caps that are shaped like a shallow pyramid, and are used on square posts. One type of fence that often uses pyramid caps is vinyl fence, which uses pyramid caps that are...
Palisade fence is often used for projects that require a little more security. It's durable and hard wearing and the many different component configuration options make this a versatile fence...
If you are installing a powder-coated chain link fence or a color-coated ornamental fence, you will probably need to have some touch-up paint on hand during the installation process. Whether your...
T posts are a popular, low cost fence post option. They're lightweight, strong, and usually painted, so you don't have to worry about finishing them. They are usually knocked or pounded into the...
Vinyl picket fences are built with smaller vinyl fence components acting as the pickets, but because vinyl fence is extruded, and those sections are hollow, they need something to close the top of...
Ideally, when you need to install a fence, you’ll have a nice flat fence line that’s easy to dig, so you can dig and pour concrete for your posts easily.
However, having been in the fence business for decades, I can say with confidence that very few fence projects meet all our ideal expectations. Very often, you’re left wondering about things like installing a fence on a retaining wall. Here’s what you need to know to get your fence built, even in this challenging situation.
If you’re not in the fence business, you probably don’t spend too much time thinking about fence materials, and some get even less attention than others.
Razor wire is a less commonly used product, which might explain why some people think they’re the same thing as barbed wire. However, they’re not. Here’s what the difference between razor wire and barbed wire is, what each one is used for, and how to make sure you get the right one for your project.
If you’re looking for a fence that’s more stylish and elegant than chain link, and you don’t need the privacy offered by vinyl fence or wood fence, ornamental fence might be exactly the right fence for you.
However, like every fence, ornamental fence has pros and cons. Let’s take a closer look at what an ornamental fence is and what the positive and negative elements of this type of fence are.
Often, in the fence world, the word "galvanized" is used to describe fence materials. However, not all galvanizing is quite the same. Let's take a closer look at the difference between electro galvanized and hot dip galvanized fence materials, so you can see what the similarities and differences are.
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.
The term commercial fence company is quite broad and could describe many types of fence companies, including high-security fence companies, agricultural fence companies, security fence specialists and even gate and gate automation companies.
These kinds of fence companies usually undertake larger, more complex projects that typically take a lot longer to complete. They also require fence companies with well-documented health and safety, environmental and quality management processes and might require special types of clearance or accreditation. Here are a few tips to help you find a commercial fence company near you.
Cinder blocks, or concrete blocks or cement blocks as they are known in some parts of the world, are a very popular building material. Their large size means they cut labor costs, and they’re a lot cheaper than bricks.
However, if you need to build a fence on this type of wall, this does raise the question of whether you can install a fence on a cinder block wall. Here’s what you need to know.
