TIPS REGARDING MAINTENANCE OF IRON FENCE

Posted by Novescoca on July 17th, 2013

Of all the fencing options, iron fence is an attractive addition to any premises. It is also the most beautiful fence and a durable one as well. In order to always look good and last long, it requires maintenance. If the following maintenance tips are followed, rest assured your iron fence will look radiant all through the seasons and will stay intact for many years to come.

• Painting your iron fence is the best option, which minimizes oxidation, thereby reducing the chances of rusting. Further, a fresh coat of paint gives your fence an enhanced look.

• Wrought iron fences are exposed to rain and humidity, and hence tend to rust. So, there is a need to apply a protective coat of wax or cover the fence with a tarpaulin when there is an occasional rainstorm.

• By cleaning your fence with a mixture of warm water and detergent, you can take away dirt and rust spots. This way you not only keep your wrought iron fence look great, but you can also detect weak spots.

• Keeping a daily watch or inspection of your fence can give you a pretty good chance to identify areas of repair like loose or unstable footings, cracks or other damages, and it also reveals signs of rust.  

• If you find any rust spots, you shall have to clean them with sandpaper or steel wool and apply wax. This way you can minimize rusting.

• Accidents do bend the parts of the iron fence. If it happens to your fence, you can repair it with a blowtorch to heat the bent section and hammer the part back into its original shape. You need to take caution while working with these tools. You may have to seek professional help if the damage is severe and repair is beyond your control.  

There are iron fences that come with a 5 year warranty. These iron fences are totally customizable according to your need. You can increase the value of your property with these maintenance free and elegant ornamental fences. The material used is primarily steel zinc coated. This coating is done with Galvalume and with stainless steel welding it prevents rusting. Fence suppliers in Ottawa region can supply all iron fence styles in Ottawa with different cap options to make your fence look different and unique. If you have the need, you can find them online and look for yourself all styles and options for all types of fences.

About The Author:

Novesco fence Inc. is an Ottawa based Fence Company and they offer a wide variety of fence products including chain link fence, Pressure Treated and Western Red Cedar Wood, PVC, and iron fence in Ottawa. They are committed to providing their customers with the highest quality fences, fencing products and workmanship. They have been serving the Ottawa region with the finest fence and fencing products for more than 35 years now.