{"id":7234,"date":"2019-04-11T09:03:58","date_gmt":"2019-04-11T09:03:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kenyahomes.co.ke\/blog\/?p=7234"},"modified":"2019-04-11T11:47:42","modified_gmt":"2019-04-11T11:47:42","slug":"a-fence-is-the-face-of-your-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kenyahomes.co.ke\/blog\/a-fence-is-the-face-of-your-home\/","title":{"rendered":"A Fence Is The Face Of Your Home."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A bad fence sticks out like a sore thumb <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are contemplating putting up a fence, you have\ncome to the right place. And while most Kenyans know that adding a fence is a\ngreat idea, they don\u2019t know that an attractive fence is the fountain from which\na great landscape springs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As to whether you should fence all-round\nthe property is a question whose answer is not cast on stone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kenya Homes however advices that you consider the architectural landscape of where your home is, the consistent design of other homes in that locality and the maintenance cost of the fence.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most pressing reasons as to why you need a fence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The most noble reason that Kenyans erect fences is for privacy. Notably, this adds value to a property. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to that, a fence can provide good entertaining space in the backyard, and it can ward off nosy neighbours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second most pressing need for a fence is to help contain children. Kenyans with small children (or the possibility of children and grandchildren down the road), want to make sure that they are as safe as possible. For most home owners, peace of mind is more valuable than money. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another key factor is the dogs. Yes, dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most home owners are dog owners and for this reason, their main focus is not whether the fence exists (that is guaranteed), but how high the fence goes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, a fence is necessary in\norder to define the backyard. The easiest way to give your space purpose is to\nfence it. After fencing, the space can be conveniently used as a small garden,\na lounging area or a swimming pool, if you build one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A fence is not just a functional feature; it is the face of your home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Today\u2019s homeowner has a wide variety of options to choose from when building perimeter walls. Why settle for ordinary when you have the alternative to add extra appeal to your home and garden. Here are samples of fencing ideas you could consider for your home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

vibracrete or precast concrete walls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Vibracrete perimeter wall<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

 A common sight in our Kenyan homes, a vibracrete wall is basically Cast concrete panels supported via concrete pillars to provide both privacy and a level of security. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vibracrete\nwalls have advanced and look more decorative and stylish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 They go well with any architectural style and\ncan be customized to a specific height, to accommodate timber or steel fencing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These walls\ncan also be softened with living hedges and vines. On the inside, you could\nalso turn sections of the wall into garden features such as a theme wall,\nplanter or even install a water jet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Timber<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Timber fence<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The\npopularity of timber fencing for boundary walls, particularly at the front of a\nproperty, is a growing trend as homeowners look for alternatives to precast\nwalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It definitely requires a lot of maintenance, but with that comes effortless style and timeless home d\u00e9cor.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a home owner with an eye for the fine things in life, timber is the way to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gabions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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gabion fence<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This style of fencing is definitely one to watch because of its ancient look and feel. It is not cheap, but it is definitely worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\nprovides excellent impenetrable security,\nand performs wonders in creating privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gabions are wire baskets filled with pebbles, rocks or stones that are stacked on top of each other to construct an extremely dry-packed stone wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Also: Simple super cool features for your child’s room.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

A bad fence sticks out like a sore thumb If you are contemplating putting up a fence, you have come to the right place. And while most Kenyans know that adding a fence is a great idea, they don\u2019t know that an attractive fence is the fountain from which a great landscape springs. 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