Pros and Cons of a Galvanized Pool Fence

Installation

• A galvanized fence is easy to install, which allows homeowners the ability to install it without professional help, if preferred. Purchase galvanized fencing in rolls or in panels. For rolls, simply set galvanized posts around the pool and roll the fencing out to connect it to each post. For panels, you must stretch each panel out between the galvanized posts. Small and large galvanized panel gates are also available for use.

Color

• Uncoated galvanized fencing comes in silver. However, some people may want to add color and style to the fence. This is available by having the fence powder-coated or vinyl-coated. Have the fence powder-coated any color you like. Vinyl coating is only available in a few select colors like black, green, white and brown. Powder- and vinyl-coated fences will wear faster than non-coated galvanized fencing. While the zinc helps protect basic galvanized fencing from rust and corrosion, these two culprits do affect vinyl- and powder-coated fences faster than non-coated fences.

Price and Terrain

• When it comes to cost, galvanized fencing is less expensive than other fencing options like wood or wrought iron. Raw galvanized fences are less expensive than powder-coated or vinyl-coated fences. Galvanized fences are also ideal for uneven terrain. If the area around your pool is uneven in some spots, this type of fencing is easy to work with. The flexible fencing will easily install on steep hills and uneven land.

Appearance

• While functional and inexpensive, many people do not like the look of galvanized fences. Most galvanized fencing is plain and does not come in a variety of different designs. The designs available are basic, such as diamonds, squares and circles, but you can do a few things to the fence to dress it up. For example, plant some shrubs along the fence that will grow tall, or allow flowering vines to climb the fence. Another option is plastic strips. Weave plastic strips through the fencing to cover up the fence and to create privacy.