Installing Vinyl Fences



Posted: Thursday, April 13, 2006

by Peter Emerson

Vinyl fences are relatively novel products that are rapidly gaining in popularity. It purports hassle-free maintenance since it is made up of polyvinyl chloride (PVC). It is aesthetically appealing with designs such as post and rail fencing, traditional wood fencing, or decorative iron fencing. There are two ways by which the vinyl fences are manufactured: mono-extrusion and co-extrusion. In both the categories, the primary component is titanium oxide.

As a first step towards the installation of the vinyl fences, the ground is loosened by digging. The complete fence line is marked, taking into consideration corners and gates on the line. Subsequently, a string is tied between the identified points to define the length at which the posts are to be placed. The panels are then measured, and this measurement is extended along the line laid out from the corner post. It is mandatory that the stakes touch the string laid out, as this will enable them to be in order. At this stage, it is important to take the gates into account. Finally, the concrete is mixed to firmly fix the posts on the ground. This is probably the most difficult part of the whole process.

There are many advantages to vinyl fencing. It is cost-effective, easy to handle, quick and simple to install. It is made from non-toxic material and is completely recyclable. Of the nearly fifty available fence styles, the three most popular ones are privacy, picket, and ranch or Shadowbox fences. Privacy serves as a firm barricade and is mostly used around swimming pools and property lines. Distinct and visually pleasing picket fencing is used to keep children or pets in the yard. Shadow box uses alternating panels across the back and front of the fence to confer an identical look on both the sides; it also affords more air circulation.

Vinyl fencing has resulted in significant changes in the fencing market since its introduction, and it is likely to be the most popular choice in the near future.

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