Fencing posts from medium to high security

Choosing The Right Posts For Fences

Need advice on choosing fence posts? 

Planning to install a fence? Basically, of course, all fencing creates barriers and sets boundaries, but varying levels of security are required depending on the purpose. This influences the choice of materials, too. A barrier for enclosing animals requires a different approach from that needed for a privacy fence for a garden area. 
 

High-security areas are specialist installations 

Airport perimeters, commercial yards and similar locations needing high levels of security require durable, galvanised or coated metal supports. These ensure the fence, whether made from wire or panels remains upright and secure. Exceptionally high-security boundaries may also need anti-ram features such as bollards and ramps to protect access to the fence. Every component, including the posts, must meet the highest possible standards to guarantee reliability. 

Natural materials or the latest coated finishes? 

For a natural look, timber, such as the half round fencing post designed mainly for use with rails, is perennially popular. It's a good choice for equestrian properties and smallholdings since it is safe for horses and looks great as a paddock divider. Alternatively, matching supports for easy-care contemporary wire netting and panelling are now available and they are simple to install and durable too. Perhaps these affordable alternatives will take the lead in future over traditional timber? 

Easy solutions to keep people safe 

Slotted fence supports, whether concrete or wooden, have a long history of use in locations such as schools, parks and private gardens. These are simple to erect since they use panels, which are lifted up to slide into the slots. A range of products, including decorative panelling fencing designs, is now available, each with matching posts and caps. Whether rails, wire, or panelling is used, a coordinated look using appropriate supports adds to the sense of integrity and security. 

The finishing touch 

Posts and caps can be single units or caps can be added after installation, making fitting easier. Caps can be plain, overhang or highly decorative such as the metal cap with ball that's part of Betafence's Decofor® range. Internet shopping makes it easy to purchase what you need. Order click and collect, or check delivery with your local distributor.