If you are thinking of getting a new fence for your yard, you have to know your priorities. Is it because you want some privacy or want to block a view that just itches you wrong? Or do your dogs have a habit of running off first chance they get off their leash? There are plenty of things to consider, so we have come up with this handy little guide that will help you make the right choice for the right reasons.

Keep Your Privacy

Do not want to compromise on privacy? Then ideally your fence boards should have little to no gap between them. But a completely closed off fence can give your yard a claustrophobic feel, so consider planting vines or a hedge that can add that cozy, humble touch to your property. Not only does it significantly add to the aesthetic value of your property, but it also offers good protection and much needed privacy from onlookers, neighbours and passing individuals. Closed-off pales also do a good job of blocking out sunlight and strong winds, thus they provide great protection against all kinds of weather related damage and cracking. However, if you have a thriving garden, a closed panel can deprive them of the sunlight they need.

Pets and Pests

Pets just do not understand boundaries, and that can be extremely frustrating for pet owners who have dogs or cats with a habit of invading someone else’s property. Dogs are great diggers, so make sure you plant your fence at least 6 feet deep. And when they cannot go under, you have to make it so that they cannot go over either. 3-4 feet tall wooden fencing sydney can deter most small to mid-sized breed, but larger breeds would require higher fence panels. As for cat owners, coyote rollers can be installed right above your fence to prevent them from getting a foothold and climbing right out. They also work just as well keeping unwanted feral guests out of your property. This particular choice also provides good protection for your pets from any lurking danger on the other side. No wild or feral animal can climb inside and harm your pet.

Latticed Fences

Lattices are delicate and add a sophisticated touch to the property. Vines can latch on easily to latticed fences – flowering climber plants in particular weaving around a lattice creates a beautiful, almost romantic look. The downside however is that latticed fences are not too sturdy and require repair often. They also make for a poor choice if you want to bring charm to your home but also require privacy.

Bamboo

For an all-natural look to your garden or patio, hedges are not the only option. Consider bamboo fencing: it’s sturdy, environmentally friendly, great for privacy and exotically stylish to boost. Live bamboo gain 1 foot every year and create a lot of foliage, meaning they require more management. Plus, they can only thrive in warmer climates. Bamboo fence rolls however do not come with these problems. They are tightly woven together and look so much neater.



Go Horizontal

Feather edge or vertical fences might as well be tradition. But if you want to go against the grain and have your home stand out, why not try horizontal slats? Horizontal fences often require fewer boards than vertical ones, which can help save costs. However, they are not ideal for every home – if you want a sleek, contemporary look for your property, then horizontal fencing is the way to go.