Birkdale’s DuraPost® steel fence post and composite gravel board system has been used to create a clear boundary between a local business and housing development in North West Ireland. Specified due to its block aesthetic and durability, the gravel boards helped to create a full fence panel throughout. With a simple installation process, the system also enabled the project to be completed within a tight time frame.
When fencing and landscaping contractor, The Fencing People, was approached by a local business to install a new perimeter around the company’s car park, the design and material used was crucial. As the project bordered a nearby housing development, it was important that the selected fencing solution would provide adequate privacy, security and aesthetics for both parties.
During the initial planning process, the fencing contractor held several meetings with the business, its architects and representatives of the housing development to find an agreeable solution. The challenge was that the client preferred a timber close board fence while the residents wanted a block wall system. As such an alternative solution was required that could satisfy all parties.
Thankfully, The Fencing People had already been introduced to the DuraPost® galvanised steel fence post system by Mark Watson, Ireland Area Sales Manager at Birkdale.
Flexible and incredibly durable, DuraPosts® can be used in conjunction with most standard timber fence panels as well as a number of DuraPost’s own composite panel solutions. However, The Fencing People team was aware that DuraPost® Composite Gravel Boards could also be stacked to emulate a fence panel and felt that this would appeal to all parties involved on the project. The Fencing People provided DuraPost® product samples to the architects who were happy to specify.
However, the installation did not come without its challenges. Due to the number of gravel boards required for the project, a large shipment was placed from the UK. Unfortunately, the lead time on the delivery was unavoidably increased due to restrictions imposed by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Thankfully, DuraPost’s simple installation process meant the team could still complete the project within its tight time frame.
In total, 338m of fencing was installed, using 1.95m classic DuraPost® fence posts and 13 DuraPost® Composite Gravel Boards to construct each panel. Finally, matching capping rails were added to create a neat and tidy finish. All DuraPost® products were supplied in Anthracite Grey from local fencing merchant, Farm Relief.
Steven Kilpatrick, Fencing Manager at The Fencing People commented,
“When comparing DuraPost® to alternative fencing solutions, its durability, longevity and its ease of installation are what really made it stand out. We now recommend the fencing system to all of our housing development clients and look to showcase how its long-term benefits make it a cost-effective, reliable solution.”
For more information on DuraPost® by Birkdale, please visit: www.birkdalesales.com/durapost.