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Your Fencing Questions Answered [Part Two]

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 09:44:40 GMT

If you want to get some more answers to your fencing questions, then we have compiled the most commonly asked ones below.

How do you Stop Fence Posts from Rotting in Concrete?

If you want to stop your fence posts from rotting in the concrete, then the solution for this is very simple. You just need to put a thick layer of gravel at the bottom of the post hole. Ideally, the gravel should be loose and not tightly compacted. This will allow groundwater to trickle down, through the rock and past the base of the post. Any gravel will do here, so be sure to pick some up from your local hardware store.

How do I Repair a Leaning Fence?

One of the main, common issues that people see when they get a fence installed is that they do not set the posts deep enough. Fence posts should be dug at least two feet into the ground, and you also need to set them in cement or concrete before you proceed with the rest of the installation. This is the best way for you to make sure that your fence isn’t going to lean as you proceed with the installation. If you are repairing a fence and have a concrete pad already, you’ll need to use metal brackets and concrete screws to attach the fence posts to the concrete.

How do I Attach the Fence to my Home?

How and whether you choose to attach your fence to your home comes down to personal preference alone. If you have a home with siding, you run the risk of insects burrowing their way in. If you put your post around a foot away from the home, you can then allow the fence panel to overlap the final post. If you have brick, then you’ll need to drill four holes right into the masonry of your property. You can then secure the fence by using lag bolts so that you can achieve the look you are going for.

Where should I Put my Fence Gate?

Ideally, you should think about the natural flow of traffic when deciding where to place your gate. You need to choose the right materials and you also need to ensure that they are good quality. Finally, you need to make sure that the ground under the gate is level and that it is high enough off the ground to allow good movement. If you build the gate too high, then this will allow any pets you have to escape, and it will also allow critters into your garden much more easily.

So, these questions and answers should all help you to make sure that your fence installation goes as smooth as possible. If you want some help with your fence or if you have an issue on your hands and you don’t know how to get it sorted then our team can help. Why not contact C&W Fencing Ltd today to see how we could be of assistance? You can call us at 01255 871 300.

Your Fencing Questions Answered [Part One]

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 17:16:16 GMT

CW Fencing answer all of your most common fencing questions in one place.

Contact CW Fencing for professional fencing services today!

As fencing experts with years of experience, we’ve received a lot of common questions regarding fences. So, we thought we’d compile them all here for you to read:

How high can my garden fence be?

Generally, there are no UK laws regarding the height of a garden fence. It can be as tall as you like, though you will require planning permission for a fence that is above two metres in height. Likewise, if your fence fronts a road, footpath or public highway, it can only be one metre high without planning permission.

How do you build a fence on a slope?

If your garden has a slope to it, you may worry that building a fence is impossible. However, it is possible to build a fence on a slope without it looking crooked or out of place. It’s simply a case of adjusting the size of the fence as it declines down the slope. Effectively, the fence itself will have a gradual slope that mimics your garden, creating a more natural look.

How do you repair a broken fence post?

Fence posts can break due to bad weather or ageing timber, but you can fix them at home with some simple garden tools. Dig around the base of your broken post and remove the turf and soil. Keep this in a wheelbarrow - and you need to dig down so you reveal the concrete below your post. Now, you can remove the old post and chip away at the concrete with a pickaxe. From here, put your new pole in place and use a rapid setting concrete product to pour it into the hole. A spirit leveller will help you ensure your post is level, and you can use bits of timber angled into the ground to keep the fence up. Once the concrete has hardened, you can cover it with soil and turf.

How do you remove fence paint?

There are many reasons you might wish to repaint a fence, but the most common is that the old paint is starting to flake away and look unsightly. To remove it, you need to begin by washing away any dirt and grime from the fence. Pressure washers are really effective here, and then you must let your fence dry.

Next, it’s a simple case of using a paint scraper to scrape away some of the paint from your fence. If this isn’t effective, you may need to apply a paint stripper as well. Let it do its magic, then scrub away the paint using a brush. Now, your fence is bare and ready for a new lick of paint.

Contact Us For Expert Fencing Services

Do you have more fencing questions or queries you want to ask? At C&W Fencing , we offer a variety of fencing services to help you maintain the privacy of your home.

Give us a call today, and we can discuss our options with you.

How To Make Your Garden More Private

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 00:40:56 GMT

Should you feel a lack of privacy in your garden, it is time to take some effective measures that will make you feel more at home and comfortable in your own outside space.

Lacking privacy can hinder the time that you spend in your garden. Seeing as spending time outside offers many benefits from reduced anxiety to increased energy, it is important to spend as much time outside as you wish to.

Therefore, here are the top ways to make your garden more private.

Fix trellis to the top of your fence

Once you have chosen the right fencing for your garden , you will want to consider fixing the trellis to the top of it in order to enhance privacy. Trellis is a garden design essential that can make you feel more private when you are out in your garden.

Seeing as there are garden fences height restrictions, which are typically around 2 meters when you lack planning permission , it is best to add something that isn’t a fence to extend its height. Two meters of fencing is simply not enough if you are outside playing on your trampoline and the neighbours are in their garden.

Trellis comes in different styles and heights, which is ideal so that everyone can find something to suit their privacy needs.

Fixing the trellis to the top of your fence is simple. All you need to do it:

Add a U panel to each side of the fence, on the inside of the post, and adhere with screws.
Slot the trellis into the panel and you are good to go.

Cover your fence for extra privacy

Another idea for making your garden more private is to cover your fence. There are several ways to do this depending on your preference and type of fence.

Paint the fence

Painting the fence can deter people from looking over. Making it camouflaged to the rest of the garden will make it blend in and therefore, not attract your neighbour’s eye.

Fix any rotting or broken parts

You might lack privacy in the garden due to a damaged fence. If neighbours can see through the slots, then you won’t feel safe and secure from onlookers. Therefore, make sure to fix any rotting or broken parts so that your fence is fully privatised.

Plant hedges

Another tip for covering your fence for added privacy is to add hedges and bushes in front of it. These can grow taller than the fence itself, which isn’t illegal and can increase your privacy. This is a great idea for anyone who doesn’t mind extra tall hedges in their garden.

Hang flower pots on your fence

If you want to enhance the look of your garden while making it more private, you could simply hang flowers pots on your fence. This will brighten your garden while making it more difficult to see over the fence.

The larger your flower pots are, the more privacy you will have. Some steps for successfully hanging flower pots for more privacy in your garden include:

Decide where you want your flower pot to hang. You might be specific about the positioning for optimal privacy.
Attach a bracket for the pot to hang from. Secure this with screws.
Hang your flower pots and you are good to go.

Should you want containers full of flowers at the top of your fence as opposed to hanging baskets, you can follow the same steps. Instead, you will just need to fix each side of the container to ensure it is secure.

Pleaching

Another effective method for increasing your garden’s privacy is pleaching. This involves training trees to grow vertically with the fence, which will not deter you from your space and will enhance your privacy.

Lime and ash trees are easiest to train in any direction you want. You will require secure ties so that the trees grow in the way that you want them to. This method can take a lot more time and effort than others. Yet, it is ideal for those who want to add more trees as well as more privacy to their garden.

Using these tips, you will be able to successfully make your garden at home more private. Using flowers, bushes, and decorate pieces, it is easy to enhance the privacy of your outside space.

If you’re planning on installing fencing into your garden , and whatever style of fencing you’re looking for, here at CW Fencing whether it be standard home fencing, or commercial fencing , or even school fencing , we’ve got a broad range of robust, contemporary fencing designs for homes and public sector organisations across Colchester, Ipswich, Essex, Suffolk and beyond.

Picking The Right Fencing For Your Business

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 12:27:50 GMT

There’s a lot that goes into running a successful business, but one thing is important to understand - and it’s that no one area of a business is unimportant. If you want your business to be largely successful, you can’t afford to overlook any area of it. That means you’ll want to make sure that even things like your fencing are taken into consideration when trying to make sure everything is up to scratch. It can be difficult to manage everything properly, which is why people often have teams to handle different things, but deciding on things like your fencing and other exterior structures is something that should be handled with care.

There are a great many reasons why you should make sure your business gets the right fencing, and different benefits can come with different types of fences.

The security of your business

First and foremost, the security of your business should be your top priority when undertaking anything that includes your workplace. You want to make sure that not only do your customers and employees feel safe when working for you, but that everything within the business is also kept safe. Any lack of integrity when it comes to your security can spell huge problems for you as a business owner, and that’s why you’ll want to make sure that the fencing that you have installed is able to protect you and your business.

That’s not to say that your business is in need of a high-security fence that’s going to keep out any and all intruders, but something that is enough to keep people away and deter someone from trying to get in where they shouldn’t be.

Installing security can help your business in more ways than one. Protecting your business is of course the top priority, but making your employees feel safer can lead to them feeling more comfortable while they work.

Your image

When you’re taking care of the security of your business, it does a lot more than just make sure that everything is safe and protected, it helps to boost your image as a business. You want people to see you as a respectable business, a potential partner, or a business that they want to invest in. When your business is secure and properly taken care of, you can be taken much more seriously.

On top of the security aspect, having an outdated structure surrounding your property is going to drag your business’ image down. You’ll want to make sure you have something newer and of higher quality, something that can properly represent your business. You have to remember that until someone actually comes into a transaction with your business, the appearance and image of your business is all they will see. It’s about giving an impression before you’ve actually had to chance to meet the individual.

While at the end of the day it is just a fence, there’s a lot more that goes into what you choose to protect and surround your property. It’s important to take these into consideration when trying to improve on what you already have.

If you’re planning on installing fencing into your garden, and whatever style of fencing you’re looking for, here at CW Fencing whether it be standard home fencing , or commercial fencing , or even school fencing , we’ve got a broad range of robust, contemporary fencing designs for homes and public sector organisations across Colchester, Ipswich, Essex, Suffolk and beyond.

How to create a contemporary garden

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 18:46:04 GMT

Creating a contemporary garden you can relax in doesn’t have to require a huge garden makeover or complete redesign, with some clever planning and uplifting changes you can make a significant difference to your garden.

Here at C&W Fencing , we know you want to feel safe, secure and chilled in your outdoor space, so we’re here to provide the best tips for creating a contemporary garden to be proud of.

Keep it simple

Our first tip is keep it simple. Incorporate minimal well planned-out accessories and furniture. When planning a contemporary garden, you don’t want to over crowd.

Painting your decking, fencing or shed will inject a new lease of life into any garden. Cool colours such as white or grey can make your garden feel much bigger, while wonderfully contrasting green plants.

If your garden fencing is looking a bit worn, replacing your fence will instantly alter the whole look of your garden, leaving you with little work to do elsewhere.

Create a focal point

A modern focal point will draw the eyes into the centre of your garden. A practical, yet stylish addition would be a firepit, or outdoor table for drinks and snacks. Metal or concrete styles are contemporary, but timeless, infusing perfectly with existing furniture of any style in your garden.

Paving

Although a more costly addition to your garden, paving or decked out areas can create pockets of entertainment areas for yourself and guests to enjoy. Choosing the right paving styling and colours can give you a stylish on-trend finish that will remain practical for years.

Straight lines and smoother materials in light stone or concrete colours are perfect for paving your exterior space, as again, they give your garden the illusion of a larger space.

Modern furniture

Regardless of the size of your garden, or your budget, you can easily create a contemporary dining or lounging area. Whether it’s smaller bistro sets, or larger sofa sets, modern outdoor furniture can be quick and easy fix when it comes to transforming your garden.

Garden lighting

Garden lighting can have an enormous effect on your garden. It will add atmosphere, and warmth, while drawing attention to particular stand-out areas. Sensor lighting is great for security too!

Updating your exterior space doesn’t need to be stressful, or expensive. Make your first step today with a new secure fence. Here at C&W Fencing , we have a superb variety of Colchester fences to suit your style, circumstances and budget, as well as bespoke options that perfectly fit in with your property.

If you’re planning on installing fencing into your garden, and whatever style of fencing you’re looking for, here at CW Fencing whether it be standard home fencing , or commercial fencing , or even school fencing , we’ve got a broad range of robust, contemporary fencing designs for homes and public sector organisations across Colchester, Ipswich, Essex, Suffolk and beyond.

Choosing the right fencing

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 23:58:16 GMT

Choosing the right fencing

Installing wooden fencing is a substantial, and secure way to mark out your garden boundary. Not only can it act as a modern garden feature, to grow plants within, it provides flexibility. You can add personalised touches, such as colourful exterior paints or stains, to make your space truly your own.

Here at CW Fencing, in Colchester, we offer a broad range of fencing , suitable for your home, as well garden gates to help make your outdoor area safe, and accessible.

Not sure how to put up a fence? Follow our safe, and helpful guide and you’ll be ready to relax in your refurbished garden, in no time.

What you need:

Fence panels
Fence posts
Fence post supports
Gravel boards
Tape measure
Spirit level
String
Claw hammer
Sledge hammer
Saw/Power
Weedkiller
Electric screwdriver
Wood preserver
Varnish brush
Weedkiller

Choosing the right fence panel to suit you.

The first thing you need to consider is the type of garden fencing that suits your needs. You need to think about the size you require, and the design you prefer.

Closeboard fencing - This type of fencing is made up of overlapping vertical boards of timer. A robust, and heavy-duty choice that offers complete privacy.

Overlap fencing - This type of fencing is made up over horizontal timer boards. It’s a more affordable choice, with high levels of privacy.

Picket fencing - This type of fencing is available in many forms, and is smaller in height. Ideal for those who live rural, and want to enjoy their view.

Trellis - Trellis can be found in many contemporary gardens. It can be used alone or as a decorative panel over a solid wooden fence.

Fencing boundaries

Another element to think about when installing fencing is the boundary between you and your neighbours boundaries. To find out where land lies, and who is responsible for the upkeep, you can check your title deeds on ‘Land Registry. T Marks’.

Be sure to also check your fence complies with planning regulations. You need planning permission to build a fence over 2m high. Contact your local council for more advice.

Choosing the right fencing posts

You will need to decide whether you want concrete or wooden posts.

Calculating your post lengths

Once you’ve decided the height of your fence, you will know what length posts to buy.

Wooden posts - You’ll need 8ft posts for a 6ft fence. All posts must be 2ft longer than the fence height.

Post spikes - You’ll need 6ft posts for a 6ft fence.

Watch out when you’re using post spikes. Be sure to check for pipes, and cables.

Calculating the number of panels you need

Fence panels are usually 6ft wide.

Measure the length of your area and divide by the width of each panel.
Once you know how many you need. You’ll need the same amount of gravel boards for the bottom of the fencing panels.

Preparing for installation

Before you start to install your fencing you’ll need to clear the area and treat with weedkiller.
Most panels are pre-treated to prevent rot. However, you might want to consider treat areas with a wood preservative where necessary.
Use a string line and pegs so you have a clear indicator as to where the fence is going.

Using metal spikes as supports

Check the location of water pipes or cables. If you’re not sure, contact your local council.
Create a pilot hole with a metal spike, bar, or rod.
Place some scrap timer into the socket of the metal spike.
Use a sledgehammer to insert the spike into the pilot hole.
Use a spirit level to check it is level and vertical.
Alternatively, you can palace bolt-down post sockets into concrete.

Fixing your posts in concrete

Holes for your posts need to be 3x as wide as the post and 2ft deep.
Following the string line you had in place, dig a hole for each post with a post spade.
Once the post is in place, pack with broken stone or brick to help support the end of the post.
Mix concrete or use a ready made concrete mix. (Follow instructions given on the package).
Fill the hole with concrete, till just above ground level.
Trowel the surface till smooth, sloping the concrete away from the most. This way the water will run off.
Check the post is level with spirit level.
Prop the post up using timber battens until the concrete sets.
Leave the concrete to harden for an hour at least, before attaching fence panels.

Fixing fence panels

To avoid rotting, your fence panels need to be off the ground. Add treated gravel boards on the bottom to ensure a significant gap has been left.
Screw the panels to the post using two, or three, post clips. These should be metal and U-shaped, while the screws should be stainless steel to prevent rusting.

When is the best time to install fencing?

If you’re planning on installing fencing into your outdoor space, we would recommend early spring or autumn, as the best time, if you want to avoid damaging plants. However, fencing can be installed all-year round.

Your fence is an essential element in your overall garden design, and you’d be surprised just how much it can completely transform the look of your garden. Whatever style of fencing you’re looking for, here at CW Fencing whether it be standard home fencing , or commercial fencing , or even school fencing , we’ve got a broad range of robust, contemporary fencing designs for homes and public sector organisations across Colchester, Ipswich, Essex, Suffolk and beyond.