Open Gates: New Ideas In Fence Construction

The most fundamental and basic use of pool fencing is to make it a secure and safe area. With the popularity of glass pool fencing increasing considerably, there is no doubt that setting up a glass pool fence will serve its purpose and help in bringing a creative and different look to your pool. For this reason, here are some of the options you may choose from and few things to consider before installing glass pool fencing.

Your Options

Coloured/Toned Glass Pool Fencing

This is simply an additional visual aspect that will enhance the look of your pool as well as your property. Metal oxides are mixed to the glass, and the intensity of the colour is dependent on the creation of the mixture. That is, more metal oxides produce much stronger colours. You can get these coloured effects with both semi frameless and frameless styles. With a wide range of colours to choose from, you can go for specific colours to match your backyard or home, which would be an elegant addition to your property.

Semi-Frameless Glass Pool Fencing

These glass pool fences have structures, such as metal poles that connect glass pieces. The inclusion of these poles adds strength to the entire structure of the fence, making it durable through extreme or nasty weather. This greater strength is significant, especially where children are involved.

Fully Frameless Glass Pool Fencing

Frameless glass pool fences have no balustrades built into the glass, making them more aesthetically appealing. However, this type of pool fences may not be as strong in extreme weather, so you may want to consider your patterns of weather before choosing it.

Things to Consider Before Installation

Durability

Since your pool is built to last, your safety fence should be equally durable as well. Therefore, go for toughened glass that is stronger than the standard annealed glass, meaning that it has more resistance to thermal breakage and a greater ability to withstand wind loads.

Aesthetics

For aesthetic value, semi-frameless and frameless glass pool fencing will be the most attractive options for your pool and property.

Safety

Consider safety concerns before installing a pool fence. If pets and kids frequent your pool, you may want to avoid sharp edges on your glass pool fencing because they may cause injuries.

Opacity and Transparency

You need to decide beforehand whether you'll need your pool fence to be transparent or that which can block other people's view.