Month: June, 2011
Pool & Security Fencing
- June 29, 2011
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This is great example of combining security and the classic ornamental fencing look. This client has had a history of having the nearby neighbors “borrow” their pool after the apartment complex locks the gate at night. So while replacing their dated 4′ high steel fencing, that was far too easy to get over, security was the top priority. That is the primary reason we selected a 6′ high fence that has a spear topped picket and a large distance between the bottom and the middle rail, making this fencing style hard to climb. After a great deal of hunting I discovered this mechanical combination latch that requires a 4 digit pin number for both entry and exit. We also added the security keeper which keeps the gate from being pried away from the latch post and from being lifted far enough for the latch bolt to come put of the strike plate. And to go the extra step, we installed a hydraulic closer to guarantee the gate gets closed whether it’s opened an inch or to a maximum of 120 degrees.
Vinyl Lattice Top Privacy
- June 28, 2011
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This is phase 2 of a backyard enclosure using Polyvinyl Majestic style privacy fence. A couple of things that really stand out about this product are the interlocking vertical pickets and the layered vinyl lattice assembly. Having these privacy slats locking together provides the ultimate in rigid vinyl fencing panel construction. Also, the lattice being built of individual vinyl slats glued together make a stronger panel than the typical, flimsy, molded lattice found on most vinyl products. Not only is it substantially stronger but it also has a texture created by the raised slats, like wood lattice does.
The Wow Factor
- June 25, 2011
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This is one of the most impressive fence jobs we have done in my 16 years with Farm N Garden, so it is hard to find a place to start. We were fortunate enough to begin this project in an absolutely beautifully landscaped yard. I found while taking the photographs it was a little difficult to focus solely on the fence.
The rings and arch gates are an elegant touch to skirt this amazing yard but we also were given the opportunity to utilize our ability to work with some rolling slopes. We are able to handle situations like this by using double punched sections to keep the posts and pickets plumb. I think the final component that sets this stunning arrangement is the fence color. This is Speckled Walnut and is a standard color provided by Digger Specialties at no additional charge. I hope these photos do the entire project justice.
Classic railing look with a life time of elegance
The existing railing here was painted white painted cedar, so with a quick change to black aluminum it has become a timeless classic. The fine textured black powder coating is a very nice touch with the brick and the stream lined aluminum is total contrast to the chunky wood railing that was existing. Easy on the eye and flexible enough for almost any application, Westbury Aluminum Railing satisfies again.
Temporary cedar picket?
One of our area builders had a client renting a house with some younger kids. The parents didn’t want their kids falling off the landscaping into the lower portions. The builders wanted something that was temporary so they could remove it later if needed. So rather than using cement we just used longer posts and tamped the dirt back around.
Not your typical cedar fence…
This customer saw a 4 foot version of this fence and loved how it looked but wanted it taller for more privacy so we installed a 6 foot version. To draw attention to the posts and add character we installed the sections between the posts and added cedar/copper caps.
Stepping Up in Style
- June 7, 2011
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A north side repeat customer gave me some freedom and asked what it would take to finish her front yard. The first four sections were 4′ high existing from last year, so we removed the first one and replaced it with a 3’6″ high section. We reused that removed section and post on the continuation of 4′ high fencing going away from the sidewalk in addition to another 36′. Then we added the 3′ high going down the sidewalk on top of her small retaining wall. It’s easy to think it has always looked like this, making it a great retro fit.
Garden Fence
A customer of ours came to us asking if we could replicate a garden fence they saw on the This Old House website. The overall construction is pretty simple but still takes a little time to complete. Welded wire fence is stapled to a 2×4 rail and 4×4 post framework. Custom arched gates with Snug Cottage gate hardware give this project it’s final look.
