Plastic fences: the pros and cons

A wide range of products on the market of building materials makes it possible to build a fence of your dreams. Young enough are polyvinyl chloride fences. Such fences are used not only as decoration, but also to limit the territory and protect it from illegal entry. This kind of fence is perfect for fencing cottages, a public place, as well as a decor. Plastic fences have enough advantages to the choice of the buyer fell on this type of fence.

PVC fences have many positive qualities, such as:

• esthetic appearance which will not leave indifferent any person;
• resistance to sunlight, which allows this type of fence for many years not to lose its color;
• strong enough due to the addition of special impurities to the main material;
• such barriers do not require a support base;
• consist of separate parts which easily move independently of each other;
• in contrast to wooden fences, these fences are quite moisture resistant and are not subject to rotting and drying;
• installation does not require the involvement of specialized workers, everything can be done by hand;

• environmentally friendly, as in their production does not use toxic elements, such fences do not harm health and the environment;
• care of the PVC fence is quite simple. In order to bring the fence in order, it should be well wiped. From stains that are difficult to scrub, you can easily get rid of with the help of special detergents;
• quite heat-resistant, but in case of fire they can start to melt;
• have a wide range in the construction market;
• Such structures will last more than a dozen years - manufacturers, on average, promise customers a service life of at least 40 years.

It is worth noting that, despite the large number of advantages, there are in this material and cons. These include:

• the high price threshold is due to the fact that this type of structure is new on the market, but due to the long period of operation this type of fence remains quite profitable;
• not as strong as concrete or metal.

Plastic fences are available on the market in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. This type of PVC fence appeared in Russia not so long ago. Initially they tried to make foam plastic fences, however, due to their low strength, they were not in great demand. New developments help to produce better designs of polyvinyl chloride.

The production of fiberglass fences is similar to the manufacture of plastic windows. Sheets of this material are perfect for people who have a small budget. Such fences consist of panels that are installed in parts.

The sizes of such fences are very diverse, it all depends on the scope of their application. In order to protect the private territory, fences with a height of about 2 meters are used. Using fences in landscape design, you can limit the height to 1 meter.

Plastic fences in their structure are combined, solid, mesh, plastic shtaketnika, as well as wicker.

The size of the fence is selected according to the purpose it will serve. This is done individually by each customer directly when purchasing materials for fencing. A variety of shapes and sizes makes it possible to choose materials with parameters that fully meet the request of the buyer.

Fences differ from each other and in appearance. There are:

• Fences in which there are no openings - continuous. This is a suitable option for people who do not like the curious glances of neighbors and passersby. It should be borne in mind that with a strong wind such a fence can be destroyed. But it protects the area well from pollution and road dust. When installing a deaf fence should be installed on a metal frame.

• Fence made of plastic. The most common type of fence. It is not too open, but at the same time transmits the rays of the sun, which favorably affects the plants that are planted along it. Due to the presence of space between the parts of the fence, it is more resistant to wind.

• Combined type Plastic fencing is considered to be quite an interesting option and looks more neat than a dead fence.

• PVC mesh. Most often in the market this product is put up for sale in rolls. It can serve as a full-fenced fence, and a decorative addition to the design of the territory. Such a fence is quite durable in operation, but less durable than its metal prototype.

• Wicker fence. Most often used as a design element beds. This type of fence is an original and interesting solution.

In appearance, plastic fences are diverse. Modern design allows even the imitation of wood and weaving planks. Such designs are quite beautiful and neat appearance. There are many interesting options for creating clearances between the boards. This makes it possible to use a PVC fence both for fencing the dwelling and for decorating the site. There is a large number of lattice fences with the most intricate patterns and inserts.

The most common colors are light shades such as white and cream. But there is an opportunity to purchase fences of various colors and shades.

When choosing a fence you should pay attention to the company Fence market, which is a supplier of a large number of attractive and high-quality plastic fences. It works not only in Russia, but also with the CIS countries and for many years holds the leading position in the production of plastic fences.

Another leader is the company "Maxiplast", which produces high quality products at a reasonable price. It has a wide range of fences and gives good quality guarantees. In production uses new technologies and high-quality materials.

Among domestic manufacturers, the company stands out Romsa-Plast, which exists in the market for more than 10 years. This company uses in the manufacture of its products only high-quality and environmentally friendly materials that are resistant to unstable weather conditions in Russia.

Most customer reviews are positive.Consumers note the good resistance of such products to weather conditions, a pleasant appearance, a variety of choices, as well as ease of installation. Many are flattered by the fact that such a fence almost does not require maintenance and will be able to serve the owners for many years. However, there are those who are not satisfied with the high price, since not everyone can afford this type of fence.

If you look at the statistics, you can conclude that Despite the existing shortcomings, plastic fencing is very popular in our time.

The choice of fencing for your site is purely individual. Some prefer a solid solid fence, hiding the home from prying eyes, while others prefer the beautiful and not bulky options. Anyway, this building material is a step above many others. In the building stores and on the market squares everyone can find a large number of domestic and foreign manufacturers of fences.

It is best to select high-quality material that can serve their masters for years.

Installation of PVC fence does not apply to complex construction work. Anyone with the right approach will be able to install the fence. The whole process is divided into the following stages:

1. First you need to make a markup of the site for the installation of pillars. In the places where the supports will be located, small stakes should be driven in. Then between them you need to stretch the rope, with which will be marked the place of installation of additional stakes. It is for them to make the installation of supports. However, you should consider the width of the boards in order to calculate the correct distance between the supports.
2. At the place of installation of the supports are made recesses with a shovel.
3. They are established pillars. To check their evenness should use the level.
4. Props are poured with cement to make them resilient. Work can be continued after full hardening of the cement mortar (2-3 days).
5. The fence, consisting of sections, is installed quite simply. Modules are interconnected according to the principle of constructor. Initially mounted horizontal boards.They are installed in the mount on the supports. Only after that vertical bars are attached to them.

Most install a fence in order to limit the territory of the site, to hide it from unwanted views of neighbors and passers-by, or to emphasize the solidity of the owners. Any type of fencing has its own positive and negative features, whether it is brick, stone fences, or those made of plastic.

See the following video for the installation manual for the plastic fence.