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Automatic Gates Ornamental Iron Vinyl Fencing and Gates Wood Products
Frequently Asked Questions - Vinyl Fences & Gates
What is it made of?
Will it turn yellow?
What is the warranty?
Will it break in cold/hot weather?
Why don’t they make dark colors?
Will it burn?            Does it chalk?
Can my kids climb on it?
Will it hold my animals?
Will my horse chew on it?
Will my weed eater scratch or hurt it?
How do I clean it?
Can I paint it?
Can I add a hot wire attachment?
Why is it more expensive that wood?
How do I get a quote on a specific vinyl fence project?
What if I have a question that is not listed here?


What is it made of? 
The base ingredient is rigid PVC (polyvinyl chloride) modified to provide superior impact strength and ultraviolet (UV) resistance. The formulation is similar to that of vinyl siding which has a 20 year history of providing long term durability and structural integrity. (back to top)
 
Will it turn yellow?
No. Our vinyl has a 20 year warranty that says it will not turn yellow. (back to top)
 
What is the warranty?
The brand of vinyl that we carry has a manufacturers warranty on the product itself, not installation or labor, for 20 years on a non-prorated basis. The warranty covers the color of the product as well as any peeling or cracking of the product. (back to top)
 
Will it break in cold/hot weather?
As with most plastics, vinyl will become less flexible in colder weather conditions. However, unless subjected to unusual impact, it will not break. It is normal for materials to expand and contract during temperature changes. Our product has been engineered to accommodate normal temperature swings and changing climatic
conditions. (back to top)
 
Why don’t they make dark colors?
Titanium dioxide is the main ultraviolet inhibitor. It is a white pigment. Therefore, it is difficult to obtain a dark color while having this significant amount of white pigment. Dark colors also absorb heat. There is no current technology that dissipates this heat buildup. (back to top)
 
Will it burn?
PVC has a high flash point of 900 F and does not readily ignite.
It is therefore categorized as being self-extinguishing. (back to top)

Does it chalk?
Light chalking is a normal occurrence of any pigmented surface. Washed away by rainfall and normal changes in weather, this process helps to keep you fence looking like new. In effect, it could be described as virtually “self cleaning”. (back to top)

Can my kids climb on it? Will it hold my animals? Will my horse chew on it? Will my weed eater scratch or hurt it?
Vinyl products have smooth surfaces with no nails, sharp edges or chance for splinters. You, your children, pets and animals are all safer. Vinyl has a tough surface, retains virtually no moisture and has no taste – therefore horses will not “crib” or chew on it. In addition, experience shows that vinyl fencing holds up to routine
property maintenance, including the use of most types of weed eaters. (back to top)
 
How do I clean it?
Use of a non-abrasive liquid cleaning agent is normally sufficient. However for more stubborn stains, a product similar to ‘Soft Scrub’ may be helpful. (back to top)

Can I paint it?
There should be no reason to paint vinyl. If you decide to, an epoxy-based paints needs to be used in order to adhere to the smooth vinyl surfaces. As with any painted product, it would have to be repainted in time. Painting would void the warranty.
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Can I add a hot wire attachment?
Yes.

Why is it more expensive that wood?
Very simply, it’s not! Although your investment is more initially, this is where your expense ends. The cost difference is quickly eliminated once the substantial cost of continuous maintenance of a wood fence is considered. Vinyl fencing is the economical way to go, confidently saving you time and money with a fence backed by a 20 year warranty. (back to top)

How do I get a quote on a specific vinyl fence project?
If you have a special project you want fabricated in vinyl, please a fax simple diagrams and specs along with your name, return fax, physical address and phone numbers.
Contact us and we will get a quote and completion time
back to you the same day.   (back to top)