When Robert Frost wrote the words, "Good fences make good neighbors", he eloquently noted how cows might wander into another yard or barking dogs could disrupt the peace and quiet, but you likely have far more pressing reasons to build a fence around your property, such as keeping kids from wrecking your flower beds, aggressive dogs from threatening your family, and maybe even dissuading potential criminals from selecting your home to target. Whatever the reasons you have to build a fence, there's no better material to do it with than plywood. Here are five important reasons to choose plywood, so the fence you build meets or exceeds all your expectations.
1. The Unequivocal Privacy
No fence provides as much privacy for you as plywood, because it isn't see-through, the way a wire fence can be. When the boards of a plywood fence in your yard are manufactured close together, you and your family can feel free to enjoy yourselves no matter what you're doing, knowing no nosy neighbors with prying eyes can see in. This feature will make having a new fence a far more relaxing and rewarding experience, given the fact that you can enjoy your own property to new heights.
If you're choosing a new fence because you don't have the best neighbors, order a tall fence, so there's less worry about flying Frisbees and stray baseballs in addition to protecting your privacy.
2. Unbeatable Versatility
Unlike virtually transparent wire fencing, plywood can be painted any color you like. If you're the artistic type, you could even paint scenery on your new fence, such as climbing ivy or sunflowers, stretched high up towards the sky. For the more traditional look, match the color of the fence with the color of your shutters or siding and add a mailbox and archway trellis of the same shade. The entire yard will have a stately touch of perfection, besides offering you all the other benefits of a private fence.
Wood also offers versatility in the shape of your fencing, such as adding carved features to the posts or spiked or rounded edges to each board. These options can create a quaint picket fence or Western-style look to your property, according to your preferences. By adding simple hardware, such as hinges, handles and even windows, you can customize the decor of your yard completely, forging a unique and conversation-worthy niche in the neighborhood.
3. The Ease Of Installation
A wood fence is relatively easy to have installed, and should something happen to one of the boards, replacement isn't too challenging, either. Wood fencing comes in pre-assembled sections or single boards, making changes and repairs much simpler than hauling a rolled up wire fence around. You could also make modifications to your plywood fence quicker and easier than cutting through wire, for example, if you decided you wanted a backdoor to your new plywood fence.
4. Protection For Your Pets And Children
If you have a pet or two that enjoys a romp around the yard, a fence will keep them safely confined and the same goes for small children. Add a safety-lock to the gate and you're left feeling even more confident about how your fence keeps the family protected.
5. Durability You Can Depend On
Plywood is made by binding layers of wood together, with the grains running in opposite directions. This process means the final product contracts and expands less frequently with the changing temperatures, once its adorned in your yard and despite the relative thinness of each board, it's super-strong and durable.
Fences do make good neighbors, even when the neighbors are in good standing with each other. Build your fence tall and wide or short and sweet, paint it fancy and colorful or plain and simple, the choices are all yours when you choose plywood.
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