ENHANCE YOUR GARDEN WITH NEW FENCE PANELS from ferozali's blog

The space offered to you by your garden is precious, providing an opportunity for outdoor living, fresh air, and peace and quiet. Whilst you may think about your garden and its appearance in terms of the lawn, the flower beds and borders and the patio furniture you need to also consider your fencing, as this frames the whole area and adds privacy and protection. composite fencing panels The appearance of the fencing can have a dramatic impact on the appearance of your garden as a whole.

It may be that the fence in your garden can be brought back to life with a lick of paint or a few simple repairs, but if your fence is looking tired, shabby and unstable then it is probably time to invest in a new one and a fence really should be thought of as an investment. Buy wisely and it will repay you with years of hard service.

Choosing a new fence panel design for your garden may initially seem straight forward, but there are now plenty of styles and shapes available that can really give your garden the WOW factor, whilst also maintaining your privacy.

If your fence is there predominantly for privacy (usually the case when positioned between two gardens) then you should opt for closed board panels. Closed board panels do not offer gaps in between the planks of wood and so offer maximum privacy. They are also likely to be sturdier than open board panel fences. The planks of wood can be positioned horizontally or vertically, so this is really up to your personal taste. You may find that many fencing providers will assemble your closed board fence panels when on site in your garden, so they are built bespoke for you.

Lap panel fences are more typically "off the shelf" and are delivered as complete panels meaning you have less flexibility with your sizes. There is usually a lap panel fence to suit any budget, but always pay as much as you can afford, rather than opting for the cheapest.

Whichever type of fence panel you choose you should also consider its aesthetic appeal. Gone are the days of boring masses of wooden panels. Your fence can now be finished with a decorative area, such as lattice work in the top third of the panel, or a curved edge instead of square shape.

To keep your new fence in an "as new" condition ask for it to be treated with a wood protector prior to installation. You should then make a habit of painting it with a specialist wood paint every year. With this task completed your fence will be looking good for many years to come.