Selecting the right fence and ra property is a balance of the functional requirements, aesthetic considerations, and budget. There are compromises and concessions to each style. We are here to help you evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of each and assist you with selecting the perfect fit for your property and needs.
Overview: Barbed wire fencing is one of the most traditional and widely used types of agricultural fencing. It is relatively inexpensive to install, especially over large areas. Constructed in combination with pipe and rail, or pipe h-braces, with t-posts.
Best For: Highly effective at containing docile livestock like cattle.
Durability: Barbed wire is known for its longevity and strength, making it suitable for containing large, powerful animals.
Maintainability: Moderate maintenance. Coated in zinc it is resistant to rust and corrosion, and is suitable in any climate or temperature
Considerations: Barbed wire can easily be broached by large, aggressive animals. Barbed wire can be harsh on animals if they come into contact with it, so it is not be suitable for all livestock; especially horses.
Overview: Woven wire fencing, is a versatile option that consists of horizontal and vertical wires forming a grid pattern. Constructed in combination with pipe and top-rail, pipe split-rail, or a combination of these style braces with t-posts.
Best For: Containing various types of livestock—horses, cattle, sheep, goats, poultry—and safeguarding against predators.
Durability: Made from heavy-gauge galvanized steel fiield fences are a robust and sturdy option.
Maintainability:: Generally low maintenance due to their durable construction and ability to withstand weather conditions.
Options: Woven wire fence has many variations, including height and roll length.
Considerations: Field fencing can be more expensive to install than barbed wire but offers greater security and versatility.
Overview: Beautiful, and minimalistic with unobstructed views. Constructed in combination with pipe and rail braces and top-rail.
Best for: Horse ranches, owners, and properties with scenic landscapes.
Durability: Constructed from steel pipe and extremely strong, high-tensile aircraft cable these fences are highly durable.
Maintainability: Low maintenance. Usually built with turnbuckles on one end cables can be easily tightened If they become loose over time and through seasons.
Options: Minimal variety in cable size usually ranging from 1/4” - 5/8” thick.
Considerations: Can be easily breached by predators; not good for keeping in smaller animals. Cable fencing is a more expensive option, but is perfect for those looking for security without compromising aesthetics .
Overview: Pipe and rail fences are known for their durability, functionality. Though pipe fencing has been used for years by ranchers and farmers, its popularity has expanded far beyond traditional rural and agricultural applications.. These fences can be tailored to your specific needs.
Best for: Best for those with large livestock and/or are looking for a very pleasing aesthetic fence.
Durability: Pipe and rail fences, if built correctly, are highly durable against the elements and will last for years.
Maintainability: Pipe and rail fences require minimal upkeep, most common issue is the wear of time and the elements on paint, if you choose to paint your fence..
Options: Variety in material options and sizes.
Considerations: Can be easily breached by predators; not good for keeping in smaller animals. One of the highest cost and longest to implement fencing options, but a highly attractive and stately exterior landscape element.
Overview: Pipe and sucker rod fences provide the same features and functionality of pipe and rail fencing, but at a more attractive price than pipe and rail. Both attractive and durable, this fence option has a lower construction tims that most of the other fence options.
Best for: Best for those with livestock and/or are looking for a very pleasing aesthetic fence at a lower cost and quicker implementation than pipe and rail.
Durability: Pipe and sucker rod fences, if built correctly, are highly durable against the elements and will last for years.
Maintainability: Pipe and sucker rod fences require minimal upkeep, most common issue is the wear of time and the elements on paint, if you choose to paint your fence.
Options: Variety in material options and sizes.
Considerations: Can be easily breached by predators; not good for keeping in smaller animals. Not as durable as pipe and rail.
Estate fencing is a very bespoke selection of fence—enjoyed across part of the British countryside for years—is a strong and durable solution, complimenting the countryside and landscape without obstructing the view. Historically a minimalist design, estate fencing has evolved to include a range of styles, such as straight, pointed, twisted and curved.
’Wrought Iron’ has become a broad and generically used term referring to the modern style of decorative, ornamental steel—in it‘s purest form is actually a type of iron alloy that is rarely used anymore due to the cost and availability. Modern ornamental steel fences retain the spirit and sophistication of the traditional ‘wrought iron’ fences alive. It can be a truly bespoke expression, or a simplistic minimalist choice, that compliments and transforms the look of their surroundings.
Rebuilt customer specified fence panels with additional bars, repaired remaining fence
’Wrought Iron’ has become a broad and generically used term referring to the modern style of decorative, ornamental steel—in it‘s purest form is actually a type of iron alloy that is rarely used anymore due to the cost and availability. Modern ornamental steel railing retains the spirit and sophistication of the traditional ‘wrought iron’ railing alive. It can be a truly bespoke expression, or a simplistic minimalist choice, that compliments and transforms the look of their surroundings.
Stainless steel cable railing is a very modern and open railing; vertical or horizontal steel cables are used as the infill in place of ballusters. Strong, yet lightweight. The posts and railings are available in three different metal types: 304 Stainless Steel, 2205 Stainless Steel, and Aluminum. 304 SS can be used 5+ miles from a salt water coast, while 2205 Stainless Steel is marine grade steel. This is a great selection if you need a secure railing for safety, but want an unobstructed view around porches/patios, stairs, decks, docks, and balconies.
Custom railing is just that, custom! It breaks all boundaries, it can’t be put into a traditional category, it exists outside the box. Use a single material, such as steel, or mix it up with steel and wood, or any other combination of materials—you are only limited by your imagination.
Anything cable can do, rod can do better! Built using 1/4” rods, stainless steel rod provides the same low-profile, minimalistic, modern look as stainless steel cable. Rod railing is built for harsher environments, requires less maintenance than cable, and installs twice as fast.
Railing: Stainless Steel rod cable installed for a commercial client - Frisco
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