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Fence Facts by American Landmark Fence Company in Citrus, Hernando & Pasco Counties
Wood Fencing
Fact #1:
All posts, regardless of species of wood, will eventually split or crack.
Reason #1: The outside of the post, which is exposed to the sun, dries faster than the inside, thus exerting pressure on the outside. In the lumber industry, a surprising amount of cracking or splitting is accepted across all grades of lumber. The better grades split less than the lower grades. At American Landmark Fence Company we are committed to using grade #2 or better on pressure-treated pine and using grade #1 on cedar. You can expect cracks to occur in all your posts and in some runners and pickets.
Reason #1: The outside of the post, which is exposed to the sun, dries faster than the inside, thus exerting pressure on the outside. In the lumber industry, a surprising amount of cracking or splitting is accepted across all grades of lumber. The better grades split less than the lower grades. At American Landmark Fence Company we are committed to using grade #2 or better on pressure-treated pine and using grade #1 on cedar. You can expect cracks to occur in all your posts and in some runners and pickets.
Fact #2:
The natural drying process causes shrinkage and warp age.
Reason #2: Warp age is primarily due to the structure of the wood through environmental factors, such as a hot, dry climate. The wood cells lose moisture content, causing contraction. In a humid climate, the wood cells absorb moisture, causing expansion. Expect all wood on a fence to warp. Warp age can occur during installation or at a later time, in all directions.
Reason #2: Warp age is primarily due to the structure of the wood through environmental factors, such as a hot, dry climate. The wood cells lose moisture content, causing contraction. In a humid climate, the wood cells absorb moisture, causing expansion. Expect all wood on a fence to warp. Warp age can occur during installation or at a later time, in all directions.
Fact #3:
All heads of nails driven into fencing will eventually rust, and "streaking" will occur down the boards.
Reason #3: When nails are driven into a piece of wood, the hammer often removes the galvanized coating on the head of the nail. In an effort to minimize the streaking, we only use ring shank, non-rust nails. Eventually, the streaking caused by the rusting of the nail head will blend with the gray of the weathered wood.
Reason #3: When nails are driven into a piece of wood, the hammer often removes the galvanized coating on the head of the nail. In an effort to minimize the streaking, we only use ring shank, non-rust nails. Eventually, the streaking caused by the rusting of the nail head will blend with the gray of the weathered wood.
Fact #4:
Gaps will develop between pickets and boards.
Reason #4: Every piece of wood is constantly taking on or giving off moisture in an attempt to reach the same moisture content that is in the surrounding atmosphere. In a dry spell, wood shrinks, leaving gaps. After a heavy rain, the wood will expand, and gaps will close.
Reason #4: Every piece of wood is constantly taking on or giving off moisture in an attempt to reach the same moisture content that is in the surrounding atmosphere. In a dry spell, wood shrinks, leaving gaps. After a heavy rain, the wood will expand, and gaps will close.
Fact #5:
Splitting near the end of a piece of wood when nailing can occur during installation.
Reason #5: Wood fibers split when a nail is inserted into the wood, which in turn splits the wood.
Reason #5: Wood fibers split when a nail is inserted into the wood, which in turn splits the wood.
Fact #6:
Wood changes color as it ages.
Reason #6: When the wood turns gray, some almost black, it means that the wood is drying out.
Reason #6: When the wood turns gray, some almost black, it means that the wood is drying out.
Fact #7:
Evidence of wood bore tracing in red cedar species is generally not a problem.
Reason #7: When a tree is cut down, the woodborer generally "flies or dies," and further wood boring is improbable.
Reason #7: When a tree is cut down, the woodborer generally "flies or dies," and further wood boring is improbable.
Fact #8:
Gates are an industry wide problem.
Reason #8: Warp age of wood will result in warped gates, which will require maintenance on the customer's part. The customer should lubricate hinges and latches, and adjust when required. Gates MUST be latched when not in use to prevent wind damage and minimize the warping of the wood.
Reason #8: Warp age of wood will result in warped gates, which will require maintenance on the customer's part. The customer should lubricate hinges and latches, and adjust when required. Gates MUST be latched when not in use to prevent wind damage and minimize the warping of the wood.
Vinyl Fencing
PVC
VS regrind recycled plastic which is grounded up and used as a filler inside of a PVC which is a mix that the products tends to crack flake bow discolor
- 100% virgin vinyl (Poly Vinyl Chloride): True molded extruded product
- We buy from HOMELAND VINYL - Made in the USA (Birmingham Alabama)
- Tongue and groove application (no brackets)
- 10 parts per 100 of titanium dioxide (sun block for fence) UV inhibitors standard for fencing industry
VS regrind recycled plastic which is grounded up and used as a filler inside of a PVC which is a mix that the products tends to crack flake bow discolor
- Lifetime warranty (cracking, flaking,bowing and discoloration) Transferable one time
- We use a aluminum insert in 8 ft rail bottom rail to prevent sagging
- Application: no 4x4 (a 4x4 will rot as soon as it hits the wet dirt) & no brackets
- Our product stands against 105 MPH hurricane winds
- True fitted pocket rail (made to hold your pickets in place) which is a fitted profile
- We do this 1,200 times a month across the state
- Pickets are reinforced 4 times (not hollow)
- We have 3 pieces that you need: 1. Post 2. Cap 3. Panel (& concrete and something to dig a whole with)
- All are post set in 3' ground
- To view the Warranty Page, Click here: Homeland Vinyl Products
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