On 4/15/2015 5:02 PM, FrozenNorth wrote:
On 4/15/2015 4:43 PM, Bob wrote:
Hi Folks,
Great Group.

Thinking of a fence for our backyard.
Know nothing about fences.

Want an "open look," so I guess that means a chain link type of.
Other suggestions ?

What material should I consider for a chain link type ?
What is popular ?
What are the options, and pros and cons ?

e.g., does the Vinyl coated steel (I imagine it's steel underneath)
make any sense ? Pros and cons of ?
Is the steel underneath Galvanized, or do they skip this step if Vinyl
coated ?

What about just Galvanized Steel ?
Does the Galv. hold up, or needs painting (often) ?

BTW: For a typical home backyard kinda thing, are the Posts put in
Concrete for a "good" job ? How deep should they be ?

Any and all thoughts and suggestions would be most appreciated.

My parents put one in 1974, when they sold the place 30 years later
there was starting to be some rust, this was the non vinyl chain link,
not sure, but I believe it was galvanized.
All posts really should be in concrete, but especially corner and end
posts. You will not get that life from a wood fence, no matter how much
maintenance you give it, at least here in Canada.



Plastic (PVC?) is the rage around here, and I think it is absolutely
ugly. They should outlaw plastic landscape features ) I like more
natural, flowing landscaping, rather than sculptured-straight-row stuff
that looks like it came from a hobby kit.

We have a pre-fab pine fence across rear of our yard to block view both
directions; cheap, no finish, weathering to gray, which I like. Will
have to replace it someday, but it may last longer than I do. Rest of
our yard has chain link (4'?) which is very functional, no maintenance,
and really fades into the landscape. I have no idea what it is made of.
It is strong, keeps neighbor's dogs out of yard and keeps mine in. CL
is also a good support for plants if you want flower beds or want to
grow a few tomatoes or cukes.

Coated CL should be reserved for junk yards. I can't imagine installing
such a permanent fence without concrete anchors for the post; always
install below frost line IFIRC. If there is a chance you will have a
large dog, you might want a higher fence...my neighbor's German shepherd
really wants out of his yard, and I think he will make it with a little
more practice. ;o)