Fencing Ideas

What fencing materials are there?

There are many different fencing materials available on the market to suit every different home and budget. The most popular fencing materials for residential customers are wood, composite, PVC or metal.

When choosing a fence for your garden, you must consider all aspects such as cost, maintenance and aesthetic, prioritising your requirements.

Wood material will have a low upfront cost however it will cost more over time to maintain due to its requirements to paint, stain and seal to keep it both looking its best and withstanding the elements.

Wood fencing doesn’t have as long lifespan in comparison to other materials such as composite. Composite material is hugely popular on the market, as it may have a higher initial cost but will cost less in time and money over the years on maintenance and will continue to look brand new for decades.

Composite material is designed to give the appearance of timber with the added qualities of plastic. This means composite fencing will retain its appearance for decades without requiring extensive maintenance to keep it looking amazing all year round.

Metal fencing is more common for commercial or industrial projects however some homeowners still choose metal fencing for their garden as it will last for decades and is a durable and secure option.

Make sure to shop around before buying, order samples and visit showrooms where possible to check the quality and colour is right in person. 

Add a fencing trellis

Fencing doesn’t have to be boring and can come with decorative features that enhance the aesthetic of your space.

A fencing trellis can upgrade the appearance of your fence as it has patterns throughout which add transparency for an alternate look.

A trellis is also great if you want to add climbing flowers and plants that can twist around the trellis frame.

There are many different styles to choose from on the market that range in price, height and design. This feature can be found in many different fencing materials but is usually found in wooden fencing. 

Add a feature fence

Similarly to interior decorating, where you would have a feature wall, why not add a feature fence to your garden?

If you have multiple different areas in your garden such as a seating area with fencing behind, paint that section of fence a different colour or add growing plants or lighting to one section to make it stand out from the rest.

A feature wall will draw your guests in and is perfect for hosting family and friends. Have fun with it and see what designs suit your surroundings the best to stand out from the crowd.

This method can also be achieved by adding features to your fence such as shelves with hanging plants or plant pots to add some dimension to the space.

This is also useful for storage and can be used to shelve garden tools or even display ornaments to enhance the area. This option is easily done with wooden fencing as you can simply screw wooden shelves to the fence yourself.

Create a living fence

To really bring your garden to life and enhance the area to its full potential, add climbing plants such as ivy that will cover the fence itself and create the illusion of a growing live fence!

This option can provide so many different aesthetics depending on your style due to which plant you choose.

Alternatively to climbing plants, you can still achieve the similar look with hanging plants attached to your fence panel. This is a great way to add colour to your garden in a subtle way that will further enhance the space.