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Why Commercial & Government Buyers Choose Trex Fencing

July 19, 2016Edmund Rose

Advantages of Trex Fencing for Commercial and Government Applications

Trex Fencing for Commercial and Government Applications

It’s no secret that Trex fencing is popular as a residential product. Privacy is important to homeowners and Trex fulfills that need perfectly with its completely site-obscuring design. Aesthetics are also important. Discerning owners of private residences choose Trex because there is no other fence like it in design and composition.

 

Many of the reasons that Trex fencing appeals to homeowners also apply to commercial and government property owners. However, there are additional attributes that are particularly relevant to these types of buyers. Trex is a versatile fence that is as diversely functional as it is beautiful.

 

  • Eco-friendly product (96% reclaimed materials)
    • 5 LEED Points: High Recycled Content, Regional Materials, Innovation In Design
  • Easily configured for heights up to 12′ tall
  • More attractive and less invasive installation alternative to masonry walls
  • Strength and durability make Trex the better overall product for heavy duty projects
  • Rigorous product engineering and testing
  • Resists damage from insects and won’t warp, rot or splinter
  • Board-on-board style is aesthetically distinct
  • Rich natural colors compliment a variety of themes
  • Over time, Trex requires less maintenance and product replacement than wood, vinyl, other composites
  • Non-reflective surface: No painting or staining required
  • Wind rating of 130 mph sustained / 147 mph gusts ​(6′ tall)
  • Customizable for height, style, and slope
  • Matching gate options

 

Filed Under: Commercial Fencing, Government Fencing Tagged With: Commercial Fencing, Engineering, Government Fencing, LEED, Low Maintenance

The Trex Fence Post

November 12, 2014Kelley Neel

The Trex Fence Post

The saying goes, “a fence is only as strong as the post that supports it.” A post that has rotted, has started leaning, or has warped  and twisted could mean hours of work and possibly hundreds of dollars to replace. Most posts are set in concrete making replacement much more difficult to swap out than rails and pickets.

 

Trex Fence Post Profile

The wall thickness of a Trex post is four times greater than vinyl.

Consumers are turning to wood-alternative post options that require less maintenance. Most commonly, galvanized steel, vinyl, and composite posts are used. From a durability and strength standpoint a steel or composite post  are the best options, but the composite post adds the virtue of a natural, sturdier appearance that is more compatible with the look of a wood fence. It is also an outstanding compliment to other materials, particularly ornamental fencing (see a write-up and pictures on this option).

 

Trex® leads composite manufacturer in fencing and offers the perfect post for any fence design.  Trex® manufactures a self-supporting 5″ x 5″ wood composite fence post. It’s offered in three color options and is produced in 8 ft., 9 ft., and 12 ft. lengths. The 8 and 9 ft. posts are most often used with a 6 ft. tall fence since that is the typical height nationally. The 12 ft. length provides the option of a taller fence or to help with steep transitions from an up-slope section to a lower section. From a cost savings standpoint, a 12 ft. post can be cut in half and used for two sections of fences under 48″. Three post cap options are available: flat top, pyramid, or crown.

 

Installing a Trex fence post and setting it in concrete

Setting a Trex fence post in concrete. The 8′, 9′, and 12′ lengths of the posts provide flexibility before being cut to the determined height.

Trex® fence post advantages:

  • Natural resemblance of stained wood
  • Resistance to insects, splintering, and decay
  • No painting or staining required
  • Manufacturer’s product warranty
  • No need for reinforcement in most applications

 

Property owners will love the Trex® 25-year residential and 10-year commercial product warranties. If installed properly, a customer can expect the post to last years without ever needing maintenance. Even if a customer prefers to stick with wood rails and pickets, the Trex® fence posts is an excellent wood-alternative choice for stockade (dog-ear) or custom wood fence designs since it is similar in shape and size.

 

If you are located in hot humid areas like Florida or Texas, in cold environments with deep frost lines like the Rocky Mountains or Canada, or even in the dry deserts of Arizona and California, Trex® fence composite posts are capable of handling any climate. Next time you need a fence post, think of using Trex® composite posts.

Filed Under: Composite Fence, Maintenance, Materials, Product Comparison, Selling Points, Warranty, Wood Fencing, Wood-Alternative Fencing Tagged With: Composite Fencing, Fence Posts, Low Maintenance, Post caps, Wood-Alternative Fencing

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