Ornamental Fence Design and Installation

The three main types of ornamental fencing

One of the easiest ways to increase the value of your home or business is to add an ornamental fence. When done right, an ornamental fence can give your property an air of grandeur that most people respond to. Not only do ornamental fences look great, but they also offer the property a surprising amount of security.

Since ornamental fencing is so diverse, you have a wide selection of different types to choose from depending on your need. The most popular types of ornamental fences tend to be:

Wrought Iron Fencing

Wrought iron fencing is a high end option but many find that it is worth the money. You will often see wrought iron fences in front of upscale homes and public buildings for several reasons. Wrought iron is:

• Very secure – Wrought iron cannot be cut through easily so your only choice is to climb over if you want to circumvent one. This is why many wrought iron fences have decorative but sharp post toppers. They may look fantastic but climbing over some of these artistic designs can be just as dangerous as climbing over barbed wire. A lot of times wrought iron fences will be combined with brick to give it an old world, sophisticated look but it also makes the fence that much more impenetrable.
• Extremely durable – When it comes to durability, wrought iron leaves other fencing materials like wood and vinyl in the dust. They hold up to damage that would destroy other fences and can last for years looking the same as the day they were installed.
• Decorative – The name “wrought” iron actually comes from the ability to shape it into any configuration you choose. Because of its malleable nature artists can create unique designs and eye-catching patterns not possible with other fences.

Wrought iron only has a couple of drawbacks but they can be a problem:

• Cost – The material is expensive and to install it, you need a professional that knows what they are doing. This gives it a higher price tag than other fences, especially if it was custom made.
• No privacy – Wrought iron fences have an open construction by design so they will not protect you from prying eyes like other fences can.