Palisade Extensions: Increase Height, Privacy and Security
Palisade fencing is a popular choice for homeowners, estates, complexes, businesses, schools and other properties because it provides a strong and attractive perimeter. However, there are situations where an existing fence simply isn’t tall enough for a property’s changing needs.
Perhaps privacy has become more important, the surrounding area has changed, or the property owner wants a more substantial security boundary. Fortunately, replacing an entire palisade fence isn’t always necessary. Palisade extensions offer a practical way to increase the height of an existing fence while making use of a suitable structure that is already in place.
Why Consider Palisade Extensions?
There are several reasons why a property owner may decide to increase the height of an existing palisade fence.
Privacy is one of the biggest considerations. A standard palisade fence provides visibility in both directions, which can be useful from a security perspective but isn’t always ideal around private outdoor spaces. Gardens, swimming pools, patios and entertainment areas can all benefit from additional screening.
Increasing the height of the fence can help create a greater sense of privacy without requiring the property owner to build a completely solid wall. Additional height can also give a perimeter a stronger visual presence. For businesses, estates and complexes, a taller boundary can help create a clearer distinction between private property and surrounding public areas.
Combine Palisade Extensions with Palisade Weaving
Palisade extensions can become even more effective when combined with palisade weaving.
Traditional palisade fencing contains open spaces between the vertical steel sections. Palisade weaving involves installing galvanised steel strips through these openings, creating a woven appearance while significantly reducing visibility through the fence.
When weaving is installed alongside an extension, property owners can achieve both additional height and increased privacy. The result is a more enclosed perimeter without necessarily having to remove and replace the entire existing fence.
This can be an excellent solution for properties where the existing palisade fence remains structurally sound but needs to be upgraded to meet new requirements.
A Practical Alternative to Replacing the Entire Fence
Complete fence replacement can be disruptive, particularly when dealing with large properties. Removing metres of existing fencing, preparing the site and installing an entirely new perimeter can be a significant undertaking.
Where the existing structure is suitable, an extension may provide a more practical alternative. Instead of starting from scratch, the existing perimeter can potentially be retained while additional height is added. This allows property owners to improve their fencing without unnecessarily replacing components that are still in good condition.
Of course, every property is different. The existing fence should be assessed before deciding whether an extension is appropriate. Factors such as the condition of the posts, existing height, ground levels and the construction of the fence can all influence the installation.
Suitable for Residential and Commercial Properties
Palisade extensions aren’t limited to private homes. They can be useful across a wide range of properties and can be incorporated into different perimeter security and privacy requirements.
Homeowners may use extensions to improve privacy around gardens and outdoor entertainment areas. Residential estates and townhouse complexes can use them to strengthen perimeter boundaries or provide additional screening between properties.
Guesthouses can benefit from increased privacy around swimming pools, gardens and guest areas, while schools may require additional perimeter height around particular sections of their grounds. Commercial and industrial properties can also use extensions as part of a broader perimeter security strategy.
Wicked Weaving also provides privacy panel extensions and other fencing solutions for properties requiring additional height and privacy.
Choose the Right Colour and Finish
An extension should look like part of the original fence rather than something that was added as an afterthought.
Matching the colour and finish of the existing palisade can make a significant difference to the final appearance. Popular colours such as Charcoal, Black, Slate Grey, Chocolate and Antique Green can provide a modern, professional finish while complementing the surrounding property.
When weaving is included, matching the woven sections to the existing palisade can create an even more seamless result. The combination of the correct colour, extension design and professional installation can transform the appearance of an existing perimeter.
Professional Installation Makes a Difference
Adding height to an existing fence requires proper planning and installation. The existing structure needs to be assessed to determine whether it can accommodate the additional height and which installation method will provide the best result.
Ground levels, corners, gates, walls and existing posts can all affect the finished installation. Accurate measurements and careful preparation are particularly important when working across longer sections of fencing.
Professional installation helps ensure that the finished extension is secure, properly aligned and visually consistent with the existing perimeter. It also allows potential structural issues with the existing fence to be identified before work begins.
Upgrade Your Existing Fence with Wicked Weaving
If your existing palisade fence is still in good condition but you need more height or privacy, a complete replacement may not be your only option.
Palisade extensions, combined with professional weaving where required, can transform an existing perimeter into a taller, more private and more substantial boundary.
Wicked Weaving provides professional palisade weaving, extensions and gate weaving for residential and commercial properties. Whether you’re upgrading a home, estate, complex, guesthouse or business property, the right solution can be designed around your existing perimeter.
For more information about palisade weaving, palisade extensions or other fencing solutions, contact Wicked Weaving for a free quotation.
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