ᐅ Which material is suitable for the garden fence of the first house?
Created on: 11 Feb 2017 21:12
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This year, we plan to build our house, and since patience is not really our strong suit (okay, which I think is understandable, because we are fulfilling our lifelong dream), we have already talked today about the garden fence and, of course, the gate as well.
The fence should primarily be an eye-catcher in front of the house and also durable and low-maintenance. We are not worried about the costs... What matters is that the quality and value for money are right.
We appreciate any tips!
The fence should primarily be an eye-catcher in front of the house and also durable and low-maintenance. We are not worried about the costs... What matters is that the quality and value for money are right.
We appreciate any tips!
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Knallkörper14 Feb 2017 22:07Evolith schrieb:
My parents have a laurel hedge like that. It gets trimmed really quickly. They spend about one day per year on it. In terms of quantity, we’re talking about a 30sqm (323 sqft) slope and a total of maybe 20sqm (215 sqft) as a long hedge behind the pool.
I assume the hedge is 2 meters (6.5 feet) tall, serving as a privacy screen by the pool. Then it would only be about 10 meters (33 feet) long, not long at all. But if I understand correctly, the original poster is referring to a length many times that. Otherwise, I agree with you—a cherry laurel hedge (I assume that’s what you mean) is relatively low-maintenance.
Nordlys schrieb:
It somehow depends on how you were raised. Tall hedges and fences feel more like barricading yourself in to me. Very few people do that around here. I want to be able to look out over the countryside, the surroundings, and into the distance—even see the sea 300m (985 feet) away. That’s why there won’t be any real fence, just a low wall about coffee table height with plants on top, decorated with stones, and for privacy, one or two wooden panel elements on the terrace. That also provides some wind protection. And there won’t be roller shutters on the windows either, since those make the appearance of isolation even stronger.
Then some flowers have to go towards the countryside, especially roses but also daisies. And in the front garden there will be a large natural boulder, a nice big granite rock....I’ve also experienced people standing in front of the property, looking at the table, and discussing what is being eaten here.
Or people getting upset walking past because they see a fire in the fire bowl and complain about it. I don’t need that.
But as with everything, it’s a matter of attitude.
Sascha aus H20 Feb 2017 20:18Yes, I can only agree with that. I think everyone sees it differently, and that’s perfectly fine. For me, my garden should be private. But preferably through greenery rather than fences.
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GoodCompany2 Mar 2017 16:45Opinions about gabions vary greatly. Personally, I have nothing against stones; on the contrary. However, I find a traditional Frisian dike much more appealing than gabions. Of course, neither option is dog-proof.
Our property is currently only bordered by a hedge, which won’t work with a dog because it can easily get through. Plus, the street is right in front of the hedge. We plan to remove the hedge and install a sturdy aluminum fence instead.
Our property is currently only bordered by a hedge, which won’t work with a dog because it can easily get through. Plus, the street is right in front of the hedge. We plan to remove the hedge and install a sturdy aluminum fence instead.
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meister keks2 Mar 2017 19:54How many meters (feet) will you be using in total in the end? ^^
Thank you all for the many responses! I am simply overwhelmed.
I have now carefully researched the different options and I have to say that gabion fences, hedges, and double wire mesh panels are not quite our style. Chain-link fencing, however, is an option for the back, left, and right sides. At the front of the house, it should definitely be more eye-catching.
Is aluminum really that durable? And what about the color options? It shouldn’t look like a standard, run-of-the-mill solution.
I have now carefully researched the different options and I have to say that gabion fences, hedges, and double wire mesh panels are not quite our style. Chain-link fencing, however, is an option for the back, left, and right sides. At the front of the house, it should definitely be more eye-catching.
Is aluminum really that durable? And what about the color options? It shouldn’t look like a standard, run-of-the-mill solution.
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