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Recent Projects with Unique Applications

June 15, 2016Edmund Rose

Trex Fencing is Versatile and Compatible with Various Materials

 

We love project photos and it’s always interesting to see how customers use their creativity to come up with unique designs using the Trex fencing product. Here are some recent examples of these types of projects.

 

Bamboo used as pickets for a fenceTrex Fencing with Bamboo. For this particular installation in Miami, Florida, the homeowner wanted a completely distinct look and chose to combine Trex fencing with bamboo in between the posts and rails. This gave the fence some transparency with a combination of finished and rustic elements.

 

 

 

 

 

Trex Fence Posts with Ornamental Panels Around PoolTrex Posts for a Pool Fence. Previously, we’ve highlighted how good Trex posts look with ornamental metal panels. Here’s an example of an installation near Clovis, California around a pool where the Trex posts provide a substantial and colorful appearance to compliment the iron panels. The contractor easily attached the panels to the Trex posts using mounting brackets.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Security and privacy fencing for charging stationTrex for Utility Enclosures. The industrial look of utilities such as HVAC units or electrical chargers can feel out of place or distracting to the eye in areas where aesthetics are important. Fencing or screening helps to cover the view of these machines and Trex is particularly appealing as a solution because it provides full opacity and an attractive finish. Here is an example of a utility enclosure in Nevada using 8′ tall Trex fencing. The other side has gates to allow access to the equipment.

 

 

 

 

Panera Bread Dumpster Enclosure Using Trex GatesTrex for Dumpster Gates. Like utility enclosures, Trex is often specified by architects for dumpster gates specifically for the reasons of aesthetics and durability. Here is a project for a Panera Bread location in Boardman, Ohio. In this case, the opening was approximately 16 ft., so the contractor built a welded back frame and used Trex fencing on the front. The interlocking pickets were attached to the frame using self-tapping screws and then the fasteners were covered up by the rails.

 

 

 

Filed Under: Commercial Fencing, Creativity, Fence Posts, Ornamental Fencing, Project Spotlight, Residential Fencing Tagged With: Bamboo, Creative Fencing, Dumpster Gates, Ornamental Fencing, Utility Enclosure

Project Spotlight: Acadia Riverwoods 10′ Tall Fence

December 7, 2015Edmund Rose

Riverwoods Behavioral Health System Building

The RiverWoods Behavioral Health System in Riverside, Georgia recently purchased a Trex fence to provide security and privacy for its clients. The fence includes gates to access service areas on the property. A local contractor installed the fence on behalf of the treatment center.

 

Trex fencing was selected because it meets the high wind load requirements of Miami-Dade County, a national benchmark for wind loads.  The Trex Seclusions system is also fully private. Because of its unique interlocking picket system, the fence is completely opaque — there is no visibility through the fence. At 10 ft. in height, the fence is not scalable, providing a unique level of security typically unavailable from other fence systems. The contractor installed approximately 200 ft. of fencing plus four gates.

 

Trex Fence Installation by First Fence of Georgia     Trex Fence Gate Installed by First Fence of Georgia
 

About RiverWoods Behavioral Health System. RiverWoods is a 75-bed, accredited treatment center that offers a full spectrum of treatment options to address chemical dependency and behavioral health disorders. It is part of the Acadia Healthcare network and located just south of Atlanta.

Filed Under: Clients, Commercial Fencing, Creativity, Installation, Project Spotlight Tagged With: Commercial Fencing, Fence Installation Project, Project Pictures, Project Spotlight, RiverWoods Behavioral Health System, Utility Enclosure

Project Spotlight: Grand Junction VA Medical Center

November 18, 2014Edmund Rose

Project Spotlight: Grand Junction VA Medical Center

Scope of Project: The Grand Junction VA Medical Center purchased Trex Fencing to enclose a utility area on the hospital property. The fence was installed by Taylor Fence Company.

 

The Grand Junction VA Medical Center Property

Grand Junction VA Medical Center

For this project, the VA Medical Center requested a fence of 10′ in height to ensure the equipment was secured and completely hidden from sight. In this case, Taylor Fence used an aluminum bottom rail as a mid-rail and extra bottom rail covers to create a second stack of pickets giving the fence not just the extra height, but greater strength as well.  The VA Medical Center also purchased a double gate to allow easy access to the utility area.

 

The usage of Trex fencing materials for utility enclosures for commercial or government applications is not uncommon. It is also used frequently for dumpster enclosures. The durability and strength of the product sets it apart from vinyl but also ensures low-maintenance in comparison to wood. It also can be built up to 12′ in height, which is rare for most fencing materials. The look of the fence is just as important. Trex offers a softer, more attractive alternative to either masonry or chain link (which were initially considered by the VA).

 

If you are investigating options for utility enclosures or dumpster enclosures, our technical details will be helpful. Please contact us for any additional inquiries.

 



 

 

Filed Under: Commercial Fencing, Government Fencing, Installation, Project Spotlight, Trex Fence Specialists Tagged With: Commercial Fencing, Grand Junction VA Medical Center, Project Spotlight, Taylor Fence Company, Trex Fencing, Utility Enclosure

Fencing Market

November 6, 2014Edmund Rose

Fencing Market

We are asked periodically to describe where Trex fits in the fencing market. Like any industry, there are unique elements that define the space we work in and how it is relevant to consumers. I thought it might be helpful for those that are looking for a very basic overview of the Trex fencing relative to market sectors. Note that this isn’t meant to be a comprehensive study, just an overview.

 

Fencing typically functions as a barrier and is often used to define space within a property or on a property line.  However, most buyers also take other considerations into account such as privacy, maintenance, durability, and aesthetics.

 

Trex Fencing for Residential PropertiesResidential:  A basic chain link fence is the default for a buyer that is only looking for security or enclosure. For privacy, a simple structure such as a stockade wood fence might be purchased for its low cost but without much consideration for maintenance, durability, and aesthetics. An ornamental metal fence addresses the need for protection and is an attractive option, however it isn’t meant to provide privacy and usually requires maintenance. Manufactured fencing such as vinyl and composites are newer generation products that require less maintenance while also focusing on design and appeal. Vinyl is usually more expensive than wood but requires very little maintenance. However, durability and appearance are often issues. Composites are typically more expensive options, but are also the most durable, have a wider variety of colors, and have several additional benefits.

 

Trex Fencing for Commercial PropertiesGovernment/Light Commercial: Traditionally, commercial barriers have been made of masonry. However, aesthetics and costs are increasingly used as considerations when selecting a product. For example, if the commercial property backs onto a residential community, the compromise between the homeowners and the commercial property owner is to put a product in that requires little maintenance and provides privacy. A commercial property owner may also want to hide an unsightly area (such as space for utility equipment) with a more attractive option like a composite screen or gates. Costs are always a consideration, but commercial owners are also looking for durability in the same way as low maintenance requirements. Increasingly, composites and simulated masonry are being specified for these types of properties.

 

Trex Fencing for Government PropertiesGovernment/Heavy Commercial: Heavy commercial properties usually lean towards masonry, chain link, or architectural steel. Privacy is less of a concern than security. However, government properties vary significantly from material/equipment yards to community walkways. Wood or lower gauge chain link was traditionally used for space where government properties are mixed in with public community, residential, or light commercial areas. Now, with cost management increasingly an issue for federal, state, and local entities, planning and purchasing officers are looking at low maintenance alternatives. Usage of composites, plastics, and other manufactured products are on the rise. Again, considerations such as costs, durability, and aesthetics inform the decisions for the selected products.

 

I hope there were insights here that were helpful for you. Give us a call or email us if you have additional questions.

Filed Under: Commercial Fencing, Government Fencing, Product Comparison, Residential Fencing, Selling Points Tagged With: Commercial Fencing, Comparison, Government Fencing, Residential Fencing, Utility Enclosure

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