Once of the interesting aspects of fencing a home on a corner lot is the additional fencing restrictions that come with it. While you will need to confirm this with your particular council, many councils in Australia place a restriction on the height of front fences on a corner lot as a way to make sure motorists have an unobstructed view when driving around the corner. Brisbane City Council, for example, limits the height of a corner lot fence to one metre. Picket fences suit these fencing restrictions as they provide a barrier to your property without obstructing motorist's views, but are they the perfect choice for your new fencing project? Discover the pros and cons of picket fences so you can determine if they are the right option for your home.
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Vinyl picket fences are easy to clean, don't rot or splinter and are low-maintenance in that they don't need to be sealed or painted regularly. However, vinyl pickets are not the strongest of fencing choices. So, if your children like to kick a ball around in the front yard, vinyl pickets are not going to stand up to the impact of a soccer ball. Vinyl is also not an environmentally-friendly option if this is of concern to you. The manufacture of vinyl does produce toxins, and vinyl products cannot be recycled.
Wood pickets are a natural product that are so versatile when you want to change the look. Simply pull out the paint can and brushes, and you can have a new fence colour within a day. When wood pickets are broken, it is not difficult to find another matching picket to replace it. However, wood pickets need more maintenance because they are prone to rot and decay if not cared for. Wood pickets need to be sealed annually to make them weather resistant. Additionally, if you live in a termite-prone area, your wood pickets could bring these pests closer to your home.
Vinyl picket fences are easy to clean, don't rot or splinter and are low-maintenance in that they don't need to be sealed or painted regularly. However, vinyl pickets are not the strongest of fencing choices. So, if your children like to kick a ball around in the front yard, vinyl pickets are not going to stand up to the impact of a soccer ball. Vinyl is also not an environmentally-friendly option if this is of concern to you. The manufacture of vinyl does produce toxins, and vinyl products cannot be recycled.
Wood pickets are a natural product that are so versatile when you want to change the look. Simply pull out the paint can and brushes, and you can have a new fence colour within a day. When wood pickets are broken, it is not difficult to find another matching picket to replace it. However, wood pickets need more maintenance because they are prone to rot and decay if not cared for. Wood pickets need to be sealed annually to make them weather resistant. Additionally, if you live in a termite-prone area, your wood pickets could bring these pests closer to your home.