Feather Edge Wooden Fencing

   A Feather edge fence project before and after

   

This week one of our customers has installed a Feather edge wooden garden fence in a home in Swansea South Wales, as you can see the perimeter of the house has been transformed offering added security and privacy to the home owner.

 

So you may be thinking what exactly is feather edge Fencing and what makes it different ?

What makes this style of fencing different is that it doesn’t come standard in a fence panel form it has to be actually constructed on site using the individual wooden components.

So why would I use feather edge wooden fencing over conventional fencing panels ?

The answer to this question is quite simple “ Strength “.

The main reason that feather edge fencing has become so popular is the added durability that it offers. The most popular style of fencing that was used before feather edge became available was a “Standard waney edge Fencing panel system” only to find that after five or six years the Panels become worn out or even need to be replaced. With feather edge fencing this isnt the case as long as the boards are maintained on a regular basis using an oil based preserver they will go on year after year with very little maintenance.

Benefits of feather edge fencing over Waney edge Panels.

• Feather edge fencing is Stronger.
• Feather edge fencing can be constructed to the length of the individual garden.
• Easier to maintain and treat.
• Feather edge boards can be shaped or angle to improve esthetic appeal.
• Boards can be cut to allow for uneven ground.
• Fence height can be adjusted easily to suit individual customer requirements.
• Posts can be spaced further apart saving cost and time.

I am sure that you will agree that the before and after photos of the garden have offered a lot more security and privacy to the home owner. Another great job from Martin and the boys.

RATING

( Highest Rating 10 Lowest Rating 0 ) 

Cost Effective     8

Esthetics            8

Strength              9

Maintenance        7

Durability             9

 

Overall                41

Our opinion of Feather edge Fencing

By far this is the fence of choice if you require durability and a high level of privacy. The cost of purchasing the materials to make a feather edge board fence is similar to that of fencing panels. With the added benefits of a far superior fence.

On the down side esthetically feather edge may not be quite as pleasing to the eye and will also take a little longer to construct however in my opinion the pros far outweigh the cons.

If you require any further information on Feather edge fencing or if you would like us to put you in touch with Martin and the boys give us a call today on Swansea ( 01792 884828 ) or alternatively visit our branch in Pontardulais Swansea where all of the various fencing panels are on display in a beautiful garden setting.

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Composite & PVC Decking Article - Part 3

Composite Decking

The third part of the Garden Composite Decking article, will highlight two Low Maintenance Wooden decking alternatives.

Millboard Decking

The first product that we will look at is a decking board that is branded as Millboard. Millboard Solid Composite decking boards have been produced in the UK since 2007. Millboard is a premium range decking board that combines the natural look and feel of real timber decking with the improved  performance related to the the Composite decking boards. From a cost perspective Millboard is by far the most expensive of the Wooden decking alternatives, however it does look really impressive with its deep grained wood like structure.

Our opinion

Whilst Millboard is the most expensive of the decking products currently available esthetically it is in our opinion on Par with the Trex Decking product that we highlighted in the previous decking article.

 

Millboard Decking

RATING

( Highest Rating 10 Lowest Rating 0 ) 

Cost Effective      3

Esthetics            10

Slip Rating           10

Maintenance        10

Durability              8

 

Overall                  41

 

The next product that we are highlighting in this weeks article is a product that we brand as our PVC Decking range.

This type of decking range differs from the vast majority of Composite or PVC decking products that are currently available. The way that it differs is that It can either be sold as part of a full decking system or it can be sold as an individual decking board. The dimensions of the decking board are 225mm wide by 32mm Thickness. The increased thickness of this particular style of PVC Decking will allow this product to be installed over 600 millimeter joist Centre.

 

PVC Decking

This range hosts its own bespoke metal sub frame decking base along with a unique balustrade range specifically designed to work in conjunction with the PVC Decking boards. Installing the decking in this manner on a metal sub frame ensures that stringent Fire regulations can be met.

PVC Decking Range

RATING

( Highest Rating 10 Lowest Rating 0 ) 

Cost Effective      8

Esthetics             7

Slip Rating           10

Maintenance         9

Durability              8

Overall                  42

 

Our opinion

Esthetically this product isn't as pleasing to the eye as the Millboard and the Trex Decking it is however a more than satisfactory alternative. In our opinion Where the PVC decking comes into its own is on sites that need to meet current Fire regulation on spread of flames.

I hope that you have found the decking articles that have been written over the past couple of weeks useful and that they have given you an insight into how the Decking market within the UK is changing and evolving.

If you require any further information on any of the decking products that have been highlighted in this article or any previously written articles call in to see us at our Branch in Pontardulais Swansea South Wales. Or alternatively give us a call on ( Swansea ) 01792 884828 or visit our Website at www.dgheath.co.uk. 

Visit our Maintenance Free Decking display area in Pontardulais Swansea South West Wales.

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Trex Decking Island Mist & Gravel Path Mix

 

This week one of our customers has been installing Trex Composite Decking boards in a holiday home in Milford Haven. The customer has opted for Trex Gravel Path Solid Composite Decking boards with an Island Mist Solid Composite Surround.

The wooden decking had been previously installed over 15 years ago and had come to the end of its natural service life it therefore needed to be changed. This Decking projest proved slightly more challenging than your average low maintenance decking installation due to the fact that the balcony and the handrail also needed to be replaced.

The fitter in this instance machined a bespoke handrail system as per the customers request installing it directly into the steel frame that had been fabricated at the time of construction. It is worth noting that he decking board needs to be fitted on a base with a minimum of 400mm Joist centres.

 

BEFORE THE TREX COMPOSITE DECKING WAS INSTALLED

           

 

AFTER THE TREX COMPOSITE DECKING WAS INSTALLED

            

 

The customer has opted for the composite decking boards over the more traditional wooden decking boards primarily due to the reduced ammount of maintenance that needs to be carried out on this particular style of decking. The product offers a 25 year Residual warranty and requires very little up keep. Basically once installed correctly it will need to be cleaned when required and that will be it until the next time that it needs a revamp.

 

           

Trex Decking in our opinion is the Market leader, as a company they have been producing decking for over 20 Years. It is a tried and tested product that has stood the test of time. However the Trex deck board doesnt come cheap.

Look out for the next decking installation. For further information on Decking products feel free to give us a call at our Swansea Depot South Wales on 01792 ( Swansea ) 884828 or alternativly call in and visit our extensive Composite & PVC decking display area.

 

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