The Pros And Cons Of Wood Fencing

Wood is a popular fencing material delivering a number of benefits. Not only does it look great, but it also affords that security and privacy you're looking for on your property.

Wondering what the pros and cons of installing a wood fence are?

We've put together this handy list to help you make the perfect decision for your residential, commercial or rural fencing needs.

Pros Of Wood Fencing

Wood fencing has a great number of advantages, including:

• Privacy: Wood fencing delivers great privacy when compared to vinyl or chain link fencing. While chain link fencing might be cheaper, you won't get the screening or coverage that wood fencing offers.
• Aesthetics: Wood looks and feels softer and warmer than a chain link or iron fence, making it a great feature on your property.
• Customisation: The versatility of wood means you'll have plenty of choice when it comes to installing a gate or fence. You can even paint the wood to match the colour of your home. Our team can help you find the perfect design that suits your property, your needs and your budget.

Cons Of Wood Fencing

Wood fencing isn't without its disadvantages, however:

• Temperamental: If you've installed a wooden gate, it can become temperamental in winter - swelling and proving difficult to open. To prevent this from happening, make sure you leave a little room between the panels and latches when having your gate installed.
• Durability: Wood fencing only lasts 10-20 years, while chain link or vinyl fencing will serve you for over double that time.
• Maintenance: If you stain your fence, you'll need to re-stain it to make sure it maintains the perfect colour all year round. If you don't stain your wood, it will turn a silver-grey or green-grey colour, which might not be desirable.
• Repairs: Wood isn't as easy to repair as a chain link fence. You'll need to replace entire panels to ensure the whole fence maintains its appearance and integrity.

While there are always advantages and disadvantages of wooden fencing, the final choice is really up to you. Wood fences add great warmth and aesthetic to your property, and if you're prepared for some maintenance involved in keeping your wood looking perfect, it's definitely a great choice.

At Rabbo's Fencing, we've taken all these positives and negatives into account and can even offer wood composite fencing, which combines wood and plastic to create a durable, lasting fencing solution.

Contact Us

Want to install a wood fence on your Northern Territory property? Choose Rabbo's Fencing.

We're a team of qualified contractors proudly delivering fantastic residential, commercial and rural fencing and gate products and installations to our valued clients throughout Darwin and the surrounds.

Get in touch with us today on 0413 246 612.