Build fences that stand test of time

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 Build fences that stand test of time


Whether wood or steel, good quality fencing should be robust to cope with Scottish weather and any hard knocks

When it comes to putting up a fence it is important to pick the right one as you will be staring at it for years. When considering fencing it is essential that you decide what your requirements are and why you need a fence.

For example, if a fence is mainly there for security or to separate your garden from a park or walkway, what you really need is a good quality 8ft post set two foot into the ground with a couple of bags of post mix to provide strength.

You could also use 22mm thick fence slats to provide strength against footballs and other types of hard knocks from the other side.

The slats need to run vertically to prevent anyone from climbing up the structure.

If you simply want to create a border from your neighbour, then fixing the slats horizontally works well, but remember horizontal slats can act like a ladder, which is very tempting for kids to climb up. This will result in damage to the fence.

Sometimes a fence is only there to provide a screen to separate areas of the garden or hide an ugly wall, in which case the simplest way to achieve this is by fi xing a panel fence.

These are easy to put up and quick to assemble but not the most robust and this type of fence won’t last long if it gets knocked a great deal or is used to bounce a football against. Panel fencing isn’t the best option for security either.

I always keep my eye out for new products but quite often they aren’t as unique as the makers claim.

In the case of fencing, quality is essential because if you go too cheap, the fence won’t stand up to the Scottish weather.

But Colourfence is new and is made from high-tensile steel, so it has none of the drawbacks often associated with timber alternatives such as rotting and warping.

They are backed by a 25-year guarantee and require no annual treatment, with the exception of the odd wash down with a garden hose.

The non-maintenance aspect is a real bonus. It is also worth remembering that, although you may diligently treat your timber fence every year, if your neighbour doesn’t do likewise, the untreated side is still going to rot.

Colourfence is available in a range of colours and heights up to 2.1 metres. A 5ft by 8ft panel costs around £120 installed. Prices are published on the Colourfence website and are quoted fullyinclusive of VAT and labour.

So if you are in the market for fencing do your research and calculate all the costs, especially maintenance and life expectancy.

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