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Fencing On A Budget: 5 Tips From The Industry Expert

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Wrought iron fencing is a classy, upscale extension of a home's charm or personality. However, while the first wrought iron fencing was embellished to improve the property, technology has evolved and the metal fence does more than accent the landscape. If you're ready to enclose in your home or property, you might need some tips so keep these considerations in mind.

Fasteners hold the lighter-weight panels together, making installation simple. Even the traditional black paint on wrought iron has been enhanced with a coating technique that lasts longer and requires less attention and care.

Depending on the budget, a bespoke fabricator can combine materials and manufacturing methods, such as cast-iron embellishments with material-saving hollow-steel pickets.

DIY or Hire a Pro?

If you're a skilled DIYer, you can dig post holes and pour concrete so you can install hollow aluminum or wrought iron fencing. Or you can hire a professional to handle the heavy work for you.

Maintenance

When you compare wrought iron fencing to a wood fence, it's not much maintenance. You should paint iron or steel to prevent rusting and cover scratches. If the aluminum is rust-resistant, there’s very low maintenance. 

How long do they last?

Hollow steel can last for two or more decades if you protect the finish. The finish can last a lifetime if it’s cast-iron, solid-steel, or tubular-aluminum fence.

Landscape

One of the most beautiful advantages of wrought iron fencing is that it provides excellent visibility between you and the world.  As a result, everyone can see what lovely landscaping you have. Many property owners create curb appeal by combining plants/shrubs and fences. For example, they could put up foundation beds or planters near the fence to grow flowers.

Plants lying against the fence, on the other hand, can trap moisture. Furthermore, a branch that falls on the fence has the potential to scrape the surface and has the potential to cause rust. With this in mind, keep landscaping away from the fence.

Handling Slopes

You can either "rack" the fence or "step" it down in parts to deal with slopes. Wrought iron fencing can be racked to follow the contours of the ground. Stepping maintains the level of each section but leaves gaps at the bottom. Determine the spacing between posts before digging your post holes because racking may modify it.

Fence Shopping Tips

Wrought iron fencing is sold at most home improvement centers, though the selection is generally small in comparison. So the best suggestion is to shop at a fence showroom to see the many styles of metal fencing available and get a feel for the various materials. Search “fence” or “fence builders' ' online or use yelp to find the showrooms of retailers.

Maintenance

Wrought iron fencing does necessitate some maintenance. Wrought iron, as previously said, is extremely durable. Rust, on the other hand, is the material's natural adversary. If you have a wrought iron fence, you should walk it on a regular basis to check for scratches or the beginnings of rust.

You can get rid of rust but to ensure it doesn't come back, scrape it away and apply a neutralizer. After that, prime and use a weatherproof paint to coat the area and make it look brand new. You can also have your fence powder-coated, which will keep it from rusting even more.

Style

A driveway gate functions independently of the rest of the fence. Your gate can be more complex and elaborate. Many homes have majestic gates with stone posts on either side. On certain houses, the family crest is even displayed as a medallion on their wrought iron fencing.