Humboldt Redwood Fencing Keeps Up with Current Trends
Strength and versatility are key to Redwood fencing maintaining a strong value proposition year-after-year
SANTA ROSA, CA (March 26, 2019) – The popularity of outdoor living continues to lead to new and exciting design trends, even when it comes to the tried and true staple of backyards everywhere―the fence. Humboldt Redwood, the leading manufacturer and distributor of redwood fencing, explains why.
“As homeowners continue to look for new and innovative ways to create their own outdoor oasis, they are getting creative and incorporating design elements in unexpected ways,” says Jessica Hewitt, Director of Marketing. “A fence used to just be a fence. With the advent of social media platforms like Pinterest and Houzz, fences are getting lots of upgrades and becoming more integral to the overall aesthetic of outdoor spaces.”
Fence Trends
One of the most popular fence trends are fence boards laid out horizontally instead of vertically. Horizontal fences present clean lines and a modern aesthetic, popular with today’s homeowners. What doesn’t work in horizontal fences? Sagging fence boards that bow between posts. For that reason, non-structural materials like plastics and composites do not perform well in horizontal fence applications. Only a naturally strong and dimensionally stable material, like Humboldt Redwood, should be used to achieve this popular fence style.
Another popular trend is fence planters, built as part of the fence itself. For homes on small lots with limited outdoor space, fence planters are a good use of vertical space, leaving valuable room for patio furniture, a barbeque, or hot tub. Because Humboldt Redwood is 100% natural and non-toxic, it is completely safe to use for fence planters where vegetables or herbs will be grown.
Use of non-traditional fencing materials offers another increasingly popular design trend. Corrugated tin, frosted glass, and laser cut metal, among others, can all be used for fence panels framed by either metal or wood posts and rails. With availability in 6-inch, 8-inch, and even larger sizes, Humboldt Redwood posts (and rails) can easily accommodate decorative fence panels constructed from these types of materials.
All the above-mentioned trends rely on a durable and versatile fence material that can be easily cut, sawed, drilled, or nailed to achieve a unique fence design. Humboldt Redwood fits the bill across the board. In addition, unlike man-made materials, Humboldt Redwood is a renewable resource from well-managed timberlands certified to the standards of the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC® C013133).
Redwood Fence Grades
Redwood fencing is typically offered in heartwood and sapwood grades. Durable heartwood grades, including Heart B, Construction Heart, and Merchantable Heart, are naturally resistant to termites and decay. Economical sapwood grades, such as B Grade, Construction Common, and Merchantable Common, are used for above ground applications not on or near the soil. Many homeowners elect to use sapwood grades for fence pickets or panels while choosing durable heartwood grades for posts and rails.
Product Availability
Humboldt Redwood offers excellent availability of fencing products, including pickets, panels, posts, rails, and accessories. Humboldt Redwood products are available at independent lumber yards and home improvement retailers throughout California. Architects, builders, contractors, and developers specifying projects with redwood fencing are encouraged to contact a Humboldt Redwood dealer. We will work with your designs and specifications to custom produce Humboldt Redwood fencing for your important projects.
Please visit www.GetRedwood.com to learn more.
About The Mendocino Family of Companies
The Mendocino Family of Companies (Allweather Wood, Humboldt Redwood Company, Mendocino Forest Products Company, and Mendocino Redwood Company) is a leading manufacturer and distributor of environmentally certified redwood, Douglas-fir, and preservative treated lumber products throughout California and the Western U.S. Our culture is based in environmental stewardship and community support. The company maintains Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC® C013133) certification for its forestlands, manufacturing, and distribution operations. Please visit www.MendoCo.com to learn more.
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