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The Pros and Cons of Composite Fencing: A UK Expert's Guide (2025)
Introduction
Fencing is used not only for privacy and security but also for powerful aesthetic purposes. You don’t have to compromise on the appearance of your garden to feel secure. Over the last couple of years, composite fencing has become a must-have product in most UK homeowners’ gardens, and with its outstanding benefits, it’s clear to see why.
In this article, we will explore various fencing ideas that can enhance your outdoor space, covering all the colours, materials, and styles available to give you inspiration for your project. Whether you are on a budget or have a small or large garden, there will be a suitable option for your home.
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Ideas for Composite Fencing Colours & Finishes
Choosing the colour for your garden fencing can feel like an overwhelming task, as you want to invest in a product you’ll love for decades. Along with a variety of colours, there are also many different surface finishes to choose from, each providing a different aesthetic to suit every homeowner’s taste.
Within this section, we’ll explore the options to make choosing your fencing colour less daunting.
Styling with Greys & Blacks
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Anthracite Grey
A modern and sleek dark grey finish is our most popular fencing colour. It enhances your garden and creates a timeless space you will enjoy for decades.
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Grey
Lighter grey fencing boards are a more subtle option for homeowners who still want a modern aesthetic that blends gently into the environment.
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Black
For a more standout statement look, choose charcoal black fencing for a bold addition to your garden that will complement any modern furniture.
Expert Tip: In our experience, most customers are matching their fence to existing anthracite grey features like window frames and doors. To ensure your colour is a perfect match, always order a free sample.
The Natural Look of Browns
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Brown
Chocolate brown fencing is perfect for those who prefer a traditional appearance that will blend into the existing surroundings and look as natural as timber.
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Teak
Teak fencing boards are perfect for creating an urban-natural design. They blend with the environment, creating a warm and cosy atmosphere, perfect for late-night BBQs with ambient lighting.
Expert Tip: To achieve the most natural look, choose a modern mixed-colour brown. This creates the natural inconsistency of shades seen in traditional wood.
Choosing Your Surface Finish (Wood Grain vs. Slatted vs. Smooth)
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Smooth
A smooth composite fence board often comes in a reversible finish that’s modern and contemporary. It provides a clean, blank canvas that can blend into almost any garden design.
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Wood Grain
Embossed wood grain boards are for customers looking for a natural wood grain pattern that blends authenticity with modern innovation. These are often reversible with the same pattern on both sides, so you and your neighbour can agree on a finish.
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Slatted
The on-trend slatted or batten fencing creates a modern yet natural appearance that stands out from the crowd. This popular design will ensure your garden features the very latest trends but with the added benefits of effortless care.
Expert Tip: Ensure your wood grain pattern is a modern embossed finish and not a surface print. A printed pattern can fade and wear away after a few years of natural weathering
Ideas for Design & Style
Now that we’ve looked at colour and surface finish, what else can you do to elevate your design?
Add a Decorative Trellis
A fencing trellis can upgrade the appearance of your fence, adding transparency and a decorative pattern. A trellis is also great if you want to add climbing flowers and plants that can twist around the frame
Expert Tip: When attaching a trellis to a composite fence, avoid screwing directly into the main fence panels. Instead, fix the trellis to the sturdy aluminium or timber fence posts using the correct brackets. For composite systems with U-shaped channels, a trellis can often be slotted simply into place, but always check sizes and thickness with your supplier.
Create a “Feature Fence”
Similar to having a feature wall indoors, why not add a feature fence to your garden? Paint one section of a timber fence a different colour or add plants or lighting to one section to make it stand out. This can also be achieved by adding shelves with hanging plant pots to add dimension and useful storage.
Use a Mixture of Materials
Mixing textures can make your garden stand out. You can achieve a unique look by mixing brick with wooden or composite fencing for a traditional yet alternative feel. Using beautiful bamboo panels alongside your main fence can also give your garden an exotic and tropical aesthetic.
Create a “Living Fence”
To bring your garden to life, add climbing plants that will cover the fence and create the illusion of a growing, live fence.
Expert Tip: Be cautious with your choice of plant. Aggressive climbers like Ivy can damage timber over time. For a safer, more manageable option, consider less aggressive climbers like Clematis or Jasmine grown on a separate trellis fixed to the fence posts.
Ideas for Lighting & Accessories
Now that we’ve looked at colour and surface finish, what else can you do to elevate your design?
Adding Integrated & Ambient Lighting
Simply add lighting to your fence for a modern look that will enhance the area day or night. Options range from dangling fairy lights for a cosy feel to built-in wall lights for a modern finish. Good lighting not only improves the appearance of your garden but also provides security.
Expert Tip: We recommend using solar-powered lights. They are easy to install without complex wiring and can be moved or added to at a later stage.
Using Shelves for Storage & Decoration
Create an extension of your home with attached and built-in shelves for storage or to display elegant plants. Added decorations can bring the indoors outside, with modern woven garden furniture, on-trend trellis screens, or ambient lighting to elevate the mood.
Conclusion
Your fence creates the border for your entire garden design. The colour, style, surface texture, and decorations you choose can change the atmosphere for any occasion. Modern composite fencing is the ideal choice for many gardens, as it retains its style and appearance with effortless care.
Whichever option you pick, we always give this final piece of advice: be sure to order samples or visit showrooms to see the colour and texture in person before purchasing, as they can differ from how they appear online.
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