Are you looking for a very durable fence at a lower price, then a chain link fence is the best option for you! The chain link fence is one of our most popular fences because of its affordability, durability, transparency and quick installation.
This is our most affordable alternative to the traditional cedar fence or iron fence. Because a chain link fence is almost transparent, it is popular for containing pets and keeping children visibly secure. The only question you will have to ask yourself is if you want a galvanized or color coated chain link fence? 1. Galvanized steel is extremely weather resistant, strong and makes our chain link extremely durable. With our ever changing weather, you do not have to worry about the lasting power of your fence. 2. Another option is a color coated chain link fence. The colors come in green or black vinyl. The coating simply gives an added layer of protects to the steel against inclement weather will giving a great looking feature to your outdoor life. The best aspect about having a chain link fence is once it is installed correctly, there will not be any ongoing maintenance. You can enjoy your nice looking fence for years to come and put your time where it is really deserved, enjoying the outdoors with your family. Ask us about the various gauges or thickness of the metal used in our chain link fence. Our knowledgeable and experience staff will help you in your decision making process. To get started on installing a new fence, call us at 806-686-4737. You can also fill out our free instant quote form and receive a coupon for instant savings. Let Lubbock Fence be your next fence contractor today. |
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chain link fencing: frequently asked questions
What is chain link fabric? This is the part of the fence that is also known as wire of mesh. It's formed by weaving a series of spirals together to make the fencing. The spirals are made #9 gauge wire, and the most common pattern has 2" in between each parallel metal line. Most chain link fences are 2 inch patterns, but for our pool fences we would use a chain link pattern that is smaller for even more protection.
What do I need to know about the gauge of my chain link fence's wire? The individual wires that are woven together to form the chain link fabric have a certain gauge. The higher the gauge of the wire is, the smaller its diameter is. The most common gauges we use for our chain link fence are 6 gauge, 9 gauge, 11 gauge, and 11 1/2 gauge. For our typical commercial and residential projects, we use 9 gauge wire. The higher gauges are mostly used for temporary fencing, and 6 gauge wire is used for high security fencing.
What is selvage? The selvage of a chain link fence refers to the top and bottom of the fence, or more specifically, how the edges are finished. The most common types of selvage are knuckle selvage and barbed selvage. Knuckle selvage is rounder and therefore safer, since there aren't any sharp edges to catch skin or clothing. Barbed, or twisted, selvage has sharp ends on the top and bottom of the fence. Barbed selvage is used in high security fencing.
What coatings do you offer for your chain link fencing? We offer three major types of coating: galvanized, spectra, and permafused II. Galvanized fencing is made of pure steel with a zinc coating. This coating is economical and prevents rust and corrosion. The other two types are commonly called vinyl coated fencing. For these applications, the galvanized materials are coated with poly-coating that make the fencing more protected and more attractive. Spectra is the most common and the least expensive coating for your fence; it is a polyester powder coating. Permafused II is more expensive and thicker than spectra, and it's mostly used for commercial fencing.
What is the framework? The framework of your fence is the steel posts that the chain link fabric is attached to. The framework is made up of three parts: the top rail, the line posts, and the terminal posts. It is also galvanized and coated for protection against the corrosion process. The thinner weight of frameworks are often used in residential fencing, while the thicker versions are used for commercial applications. These frameworks are coated with vinyl if you so choose!
What are fittings? Fittings refer to the parts of the fence that secure each component. There are specific types of fittings used for each element, such as line posts, terminal posts, and gates. For our residential fencing, the most common material is lightweight die cast steel or aluminum, and for commercial or industrial jobs, we use cast iron or malleable steel for our fittings. WHen used with gates, fittings also allow for movement of the gate and help secure the gate leafs.
What do I need to know about the gauge of my chain link fence's wire? The individual wires that are woven together to form the chain link fabric have a certain gauge. The higher the gauge of the wire is, the smaller its diameter is. The most common gauges we use for our chain link fence are 6 gauge, 9 gauge, 11 gauge, and 11 1/2 gauge. For our typical commercial and residential projects, we use 9 gauge wire. The higher gauges are mostly used for temporary fencing, and 6 gauge wire is used for high security fencing.
What is selvage? The selvage of a chain link fence refers to the top and bottom of the fence, or more specifically, how the edges are finished. The most common types of selvage are knuckle selvage and barbed selvage. Knuckle selvage is rounder and therefore safer, since there aren't any sharp edges to catch skin or clothing. Barbed, or twisted, selvage has sharp ends on the top and bottom of the fence. Barbed selvage is used in high security fencing.
What coatings do you offer for your chain link fencing? We offer three major types of coating: galvanized, spectra, and permafused II. Galvanized fencing is made of pure steel with a zinc coating. This coating is economical and prevents rust and corrosion. The other two types are commonly called vinyl coated fencing. For these applications, the galvanized materials are coated with poly-coating that make the fencing more protected and more attractive. Spectra is the most common and the least expensive coating for your fence; it is a polyester powder coating. Permafused II is more expensive and thicker than spectra, and it's mostly used for commercial fencing.
What is the framework? The framework of your fence is the steel posts that the chain link fabric is attached to. The framework is made up of three parts: the top rail, the line posts, and the terminal posts. It is also galvanized and coated for protection against the corrosion process. The thinner weight of frameworks are often used in residential fencing, while the thicker versions are used for commercial applications. These frameworks are coated with vinyl if you so choose!
What are fittings? Fittings refer to the parts of the fence that secure each component. There are specific types of fittings used for each element, such as line posts, terminal posts, and gates. For our residential fencing, the most common material is lightweight die cast steel or aluminum, and for commercial or industrial jobs, we use cast iron or malleable steel for our fittings. WHen used with gates, fittings also allow for movement of the gate and help secure the gate leafs.