Is it worth installing garden fences?
As the weather warms up, our attention naturally turns towards the garden and the many jobs that need doing.
One job that many of us put off is giving our fences some attention. It’s all too easy to leave them until the panels have toppled over or started to rot away – meaning they need replacing. For those of us who are close to our neighbours or have managed for years without proper fences, it can feel like it’s a job that’s not that important or worth doing. But could this be a mistake?
If you’re on the fence when it comes to maintaining your garden’s boundaries, read on to understand the benefits of putting up panels.
Benefits of garden fences
Although you might not be aware of it, garden fences have quite a few benefits. Firstly, having a clear boundary around the edge of your garden can save arguments over who’s responsible for the maintenance of trees and plants. Without boundaries, it’s easy for neighbours to inadvertently encroach on your space. Plus, you may find it hard to stop balls and other kids’ toys from invading their space.
Fences are also good for adding privacy to the garden, enabling you to use your outdoor space without feeling that there are prying eyes watching you. But they don’t just shield your garden from nosy neighbours, fences can also block out eyesores such as ugly buildings and help to reduce road noise.
Even if you get on with your neighbours, not having solid boundaries can be problematic. The main reason for this is that it makes the rear of your house easy to access. So, you could be making your home more attractive to burglars. Therefore installing fence panels is a great way to upgrade your home security.
Having fences around your garden can also boost safety. You can let kids and pets play outside without fear of them wandering off or getting up to mischief. However, fences don’t just help to keep animals in, they can also help to keep unwanted ones – such as rats – out.
Fence panels are also good at acting as a windbreak, which is beneficial for both your seating area and your tender plants. In fact, fencing is one of the best ways to improve your garden landscaping. But how do you make sure your fences look good?
How to make your garden fences look good
If you’ve made up your mind to sort out your garden fencing, you might be wondering how to make sure you end up with something that looks good. Well, the following pointers will help you succeed.
Firstly, it’s wise to get your fence panels professionally installed. This should ensure you end up with sturdy fencing that doesn’t blow over or bend out of shape the moment the wind gets up. You’re also more likely to end up with a fence line that’s nice and straight.
Taking time to pick a stylish fence panel design will also help. You don’t need to stick with traditional or standard panels. Consider going for an arched panel design to add curves and soften your landscape design. If you’re after a contemporary feel, think about a modern, slatted design. Or, if you’d like a more natural, rustic look to your garden, try woven fence panels. Willow and hazel hurdles are particularly good for this. They add lots of texture and blend in well shrubs and other plants, to create a less visible boundary.
Another way to soften and naturalise fence panels is to add trellis and grow flowering climbers such as clematis and rambling roses along them. You could also use your fences to hang pots of trailing plants. Or you might prefer to use them as the backdrop for your garden decor. Fences are the perfect place to install lights and mirrors, helping your garden look brighter during the day and night.
However, one of the best ways to make sure your fences look good for many years to come is to protect them using a fence paint or stain. Doing this also provides an opportunity to add an extra splash of colour to your garden.
Is it worth installing fences in your garden?
So, now you know the key benefits of having secure fences in your garden and have some design ideas to get your creative juices flowing, you should hopefully have your answer as to whether it’s worth installing fences in your garden.
Hi! I am author + writer on personal development, beauty, relationships and self-care, sharing insights through this blog since 2018. After years of practicing personal growth, emotional wellness and feminine lifestyle (plus 19 years in a thriving relationship), I share effective and tested advice to help you foster beauty, self-improvement and order in your life. Some articles are written by a small team of beautiful writers I trust.
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