Vinyl Fencing |
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Q: What is this
product made of?
A: The base ingredient is rigid PVC (polyvinyl
chloride) homopolymer compound as produced by Vinyl Visions, with a high
level of titanium Dioxide pigment for long term, ultraviolet (UV) light
resistance and impact modifiers for superior strength. The formulation is
similar to that of vinyl siding and windows which have a twenty year history
of providing long term durability and structural integrity.
Q: What is "Virgin Vinyl"?
A: Quite simply, 100% new PVC (polyvinyl
chloride). Our vinyl products are completely absent of any recycled
products. The term 'recycled' refers to post consumer or post industrial
material coming from the waste stream. Although PVC is being recycled, we
do not use the waste stream as a source. We do however, reprocess our own
PVC. Reprocessing our PVC keeps it out of the waste stream thus positively
effecting our environment.
Q: Will vinyl burn?
A:
PVC has a flash point of 900° Fahrenheit and
does not readily ignite. Vinyl, therefore, is classified as
"self-extinguishing".
Q: How strong is vinyl?
A: Vinyl products supplied by
A-ABLE Fence have been impact modified with a chemical compound.
The product formula has been tailored to provide optimum performance in the
field.
Q. How long will a Vinyl fence
last?
A. Our components are engineered to make fences that will last a
lifetime. All of our extruded components carry a fully transferable,
non-prorated lifetime warranty. For warranty details, see the warranty section
of this site.
Q. How does vinyl versus wood
compare on cost?
A. Although the initial cost of vinyl is slightly higher than wood,
vinyl's long-term, maintenance-free durability more than makes up for that cost
difference, and actually saves you money over time.
Q. Will vinyl fencing yellow
over time?
A. Our Vinyl components use a high content (10 parts per 100 parts)
of TiO2 (titanium dioxide) and ultraviolet inhibitors which have been
proven to prevent yellowing. As a result, we can back our products with a
lifetime warranty against yellowing.
Q. Can vinyl fencing break?
A. Our Vinyl components use a high content of impact inhibitors which
prevent breaking of properly installed fencing under normal use and conditions.
Of course, dramatic and direct impact such as being struck by a car can cause
damage, so it's good to know that components are easy to replace.
Q. Will fencing become brittle
in cold weather?
A. While plastic materials do become less flexible when it's cold,
our components are designed to accommodate normal temperature swings. The impact
inhibitors we use to prevent breaking also help our components withstand cold
weather conditions.
Q. Will fencing expand?
A. Vinyl fencing will contract and expand according to the temperature.
This is normal and expected, and is factored in when fencing is fabricated.
Q. Will vinyl fencing chip,
peel, or decay?
A. Our vinyl components are engineered to withstand chipping,
peeling, and decay for their full service life.
Q. Are weed eaters and similar
products a problem?
A. Direct contact with weed eaters, lawn mowers, and similar
equipment can cause damage. Be careful when using such equipment around your
fence.
Q. What about graffiti?
A. Most paint, including graffiti, can be removed from vinyl fencing
with relative ease using ordinary detergent and water. In some cases, you may
need to use a pressure washer, and for really tough cases, you may need a paint
thinner or dry cleaning fluid. If some spots still resist these methods and
cleaners, you can use 400 grit sandpaper to remove them.
Q. What about mold and mildew?
A. Persistent damp weather can lead to mold and mildew on vinyl
fencing. They can be easily removed with ordinary detergent and water.
Q. What kind of maintenance
does vinyl fence require?
A. A mild detergent and water are all you should need to keep your
fence looking new. For tough stains, use a non-abrasive cleaner. For best
appearance, we recommend you wash your fence once a year.
Q. Should posts be cemented
in?
A. For maximum stability, we recommend that posts be cemented in.
Please note that while cement can reduce the life expectancy of wood, it has no
negative effect on vinyl, which makes cementing vinyl posts in a more viable
option than for wood posts.
Q. How big should postholes be
if you use cement?
A. First, measure the diameter of your post. Next, dig your hole to twice
that width. Finally, fill your hole with cement to within two inches of the top
of the hole.
Q. What limits are there on
fence design?
A. About the only limit is your imagination. Any style of fence that
you can make with wood or wrought iron can also be made from vinyl.
Q. Can you add gates?
A. Yes. Gates can be made from the same vinyl used for our other
fence components.
Q. Is there a limit on fence
height?
A. Check your local building code guidelines on fence height.
Q. Can you use vinyl for
railing applications such as porches?
A. Yes. When properly installed, vinyl has the stability required for
porch railings including balconies.