Ornamental Fencing
Enclosing a Large Property with Steel Fencing Any fencing project comes with its own unique challenges, from choosing the right material to following grade changes on uneven terrain. These types of challenges compound as a property’s acreage increases. For instance, a customer in a rural area may want to define their property line without obscuring their line of sight. “Not only do customers with larger properties have different reasons for installing a fence, but they also have different expectations for those fences, including keeping required maintenance at a minimum,” explains Jarrett Adams, director, fencing category with Fortress Building Products. “Whereas maintenance on a standard yard fence may not be unreasonable, it can turn into a herculean task when the fence stretches on for acres.” While there is no single way to determine the best fencing for a large property, Adams says there are several factors to consider that can help streamline that decision:
The best fencing for a rural property maintains line of sight, establishes strong perimeter. One reason people move to rural areas is to connect with the outdoors. Installing a privacy fence on these types of properties may be less than desirable since they block views into and out of the property. Some of the best fences for rural properties are made of steel because their sleek, clean lines almost fade completely into the scenery.” At the same time, he says these fences set up a strong perimeter, keeping pets and children from wandering off alone and alerting hunters to property lines. Unlike traditional barbed wire fences, steel fences won’t cut or otherwise hurt pets or young children, making them safer overall. The best fencing for a large property is inherently low maintenance. When it comes to owning long stretches of fencing, it is important for customers to consider the labor required to keep them good looking, safe and structurally sound. Whether in pickets or a split rail design, traditional wooden fences need routine maintenance. From restaining and resealing to replacing posts and more, the labor needed to keep a wooden fence in working order is typically greater for large properties. On the other hand, steel fences are virtually maintenance-free. Industryleading systems sport a weather-resistant powder coat, so they stay beautiful Custom Safety Netting Solutions and structurally sound year after year. Additionally, by sidelining the need to use harsh chemicals, steel options prevent harmful pollutants from entering FENCING, BARRIERS & PLAY STRUCTURES nearby ecosystems—a vital quality for fencing in rural areas.” Steel fence panels follow grade changes, speed up installation. The best fencing for large acreage properties should be quick and easy-to-install. Steel fence panels can come in sizes up to eight feet in length. Because select options like VERSAI® ornamental steel fencing from Fortress Building Products, can adjust up to 48 inches per panel to follow grade changes across uneven terrain, they can speed up installation on even the most unruly properties. These steel fence panels’ ability to adjust to terrain without creating metal fatigue or compromising their powder coating also work to reduce long-term maintenance. For these reasons, choosing rackable steel panels is one of the best ways to fence a large property.” “Ornamental steel fencing checks off all the boxes for enclosing large properties,” adds Adams. “Of course, the best fencing for large properties is the one that most readily fits a customer’s needs. VERSAI ornamental steel fencing can preserve sightlines, follows grade changes and is easy to Call Quinn to schedule maintain, making it an ideal choice for large scale fencing products.” your FREE site survey! Quinn McKenna
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OCTOBER 2023 | FENCE NEWS USA
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