Vinyl fence is a viable alternative to traditional fencing materials such as wood or wrought iron. There is an invalid aversion to using vinyl for fencing, which is an attitude that needs changing. Vinyl is attractive, durable, versatile, low-maintenance and economical.

Vinyl fence recreates the look of traditional materials. Modern techniques have made vinyl look like very convincing reproductions of wood, wrought iron, and lattice. It is a very versatile material so it is easy to create fencing that resembles several styles. Picket, privacy, and split rail fencing are all common wood replica designs. Wrought iron replicas can be created in white or black in any length or height desired.

This type of fencing is much more low maintenance than either wood or iron. Vinyl fence does not need painting, staining, or sealing, unlike both iron and wood. Maintaining vinyl is as simple as giving it an occasional power wash. A power wash will remove any dirt or debris that might accumulate on the fence. It will also remove any grass stains, mold, or mildew that can occur on fencing, especially in humid areas.

If you like to save money, vinyl is definitely a fencing material you need to seriously consider. The cost of the fencing can be less expensive than wood and certainly wrought iron. Where the savings really comes into play is with the maintenance. Stain, paints, sealers, and wood washes all cost a decent amount per gallon. These costs are further compounded if there is a considerable length of fence. Once you have purchased the product you must then either pay to have it applied or apply it yourself. Hopefully hiring yourself is actually a saving, it depends what you would do with that time otherwise. If you do complete the maintenance yourself, do not forget the cost of the tools and implements needing to apply the wash, stain, paint, or sealer. Retreating traditional materials must be done every couple of years in order for it to last its life expectancy. Even then, replacement of some parts, of both wood and wrought iron, is expected and quite common. Vinyl needs none of this expensive and regular maintenance.