No. Reputable vinyl extruders include Titanium Dioxide (TiO2), which is an ultraviolet inhibitor, in their vinyl fence extrusions in order to combat the discoloring effects of the suns rays. A quality vinyl fence extrusion will include at least ten parts Tio2 per 100 parts.

One of the benefits of vinyl fence is that unlike traditional wood fence, it does not require painting or staining. If you choose to paint it, use an epoxy based paint in order that it will adhere to smooth surfaces. Also, please keep in mind that it is likely that painting the fence will void any manufacturer’s warranty.

Yes. The most common color of vinyl fence is of course white, but you can also find vinyl fence in almond/tan/beige, grey and more recently vinyl fences are being extruded in various wood like colors to emulate the look of traditional wood grain fencing but with the superior properties of a vinyl fence. In southern states, white and beige are the preferred colors due to the light and heat.

Most extruders suggest using mineral spirits for the best result when cleaning vinyl fence. Soap and water and other household cleaners can also be used, just make that whatever product you are using does not include harsh abrasives which may damage the vinyl.

Vinyl fence offers a low maintenance alternative to the traditional wood privacy fence. Because vinyl fence is a synthetic product made from resin, it will not warp, chip, bend, crack or discolor like wood fence does even when exposed to harsh climates. Because of Because of its stability of the product due to its synthetic nature, vinyl fence offers a tremendous amount of longevity. In fact, most vinyl extruders offer a minimum of a 20 year warranty and many extruders offer limited lifetime warranties on their products.

Yes, the initial cost of a vinyl fence is generally more expensive than a wood fence. However, over time the cost of vinyl fence becomes less than a wood fence. Industry publications indicate that from a pricing standpoint, vinyl fence becomes break-even with wood fence after six years and if the wood is required to be painted, then vinyl fence becomes break-even much more quickly, approximately three years.

The depth of the post holes will be subject to a few factors.

• The height of your fence
• Your location…Is it warm or cold?
• The quality of your fence

Hole diameter size for 5 x 5 posts = 12″
Hole diameter size for 4 x 4 posts = 10″

Depending on your location your post depth should be anywhere from 30″ to 48″. In colder climates it’s usually better to dig deeper to the frost line.

Approximately two thirds of the fence post should be above leaving the remaining third of the post underground. Add another 6″ and fill the base of the hole with gravel or small stones. The gravel will drain moisture away from the post. Also, if you live in a colder climate, make sure to make the bottom of the post hole wider than the top to provide a solid base and to prevent frost heave.

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Here are a few of the tools available for digging your post holes.
Take a look at our Digging Fence Post Holes section to find out how to dig.