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Best Vintage: Sandblast Your Way Into New Skills

Pool Fencing: Ways Stainless Steel Would Be Advantageous

27 March 2017
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

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If your pool is a focal point in your garden, chances are you will not want to enclose this area and hide it away. However, not all types of pool fencing have to detract from the attractiveness of your swimming pool. One of the materials that you could consider when installing handrails and fencing for your pool is stainless steel. Here are just a few of the way that stainless steel fencing and balustrading would be advantageous to your pool area.

Stainless steel is a complementary material

A great advantage of stainless steel is that it is versatile enough to match and complement other materials. Therefore, you do not have to use it exclusively on its own. If you would like to add a rustic element to your fencing design so that it blends in with the outdoors, you should use stainless steel in tandem with timber. On the other hand, if you would like to create a contemporary and sleek appearance for your swimming pool area, the stainless steel can be paired with glass panels to create a modern appearance. Overall, stainless steel gives you the flexibility to cleverly mix and match the old and the new to come up with a contrasting appearance that will give your pool are a unique appearance.

Stainless steel is a durable material

Your pool is bound to be exposed to heavy usage, especially during the warmer months. If you do not select the appropriate fencing and balustrading materials, you will find yourself having to pay for undue repairs whenever the summer rolls around. Materials such as timber are prone to decay if not sealed on a consistent basis. Timber is also susceptible to splintering, warping and cracking over time due to weathering. On the other hand, wrought iron may seem to be a great option for your pool area, especially if you would like an ornate design. However, if the wrought iron is constantly splashed with water, it will develop rust, even when sealed. Stainless steel is rust resistant and weather resistant, so it does not stand the risk of structural deformities, making it one of the most suitable materials for your pool area.

Stainless steel is easy to assemble

One little-known fact about stainless steel fencing and handrails is that they came prefabricated. As such, all that needs to be done on site is fitting them according to your specifications. This can significantly cut down on your installation time and costs.