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Spring is King for Fencing

Posted on April 9, 2012 by americasfence

When is the best time to start building your new fence? Spring! But why? Your suppliers almost always have great spring deals to kick-off the home improvement season. Also, they will have their newest products in inventory. Weeds, shrubs, trees … Continue reading →

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Unfounded Vinyl Fence Fears

Posted on March 1, 2012 by americasfence

As we round the corner on another Midwest winter, our neighborhood’s vinyl fences are still standing. Surprising? Of course not. Vinyl fencing has been around for over twenty years. Its popularity has grown exponentially as it replaces wood and ornamental … Continue reading →

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The cold reality of your gate

Posted on December 27, 2011 by americasfence

Every day, we go through dozens of doors without giving it a second thought. We just don’t realize the precision that goes into a door and jamb. Isn’t it amazing how the strike hits the strike plate each and every … Continue reading →

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Why all the confusion over vinyl coated chain link?

Posted on November 29, 2011 by americasfence

Why the confusion? It all stems from the gauge. Is it finished gauge or core wire gauge? According to ASTM 668, vinyl coated chain link is specified and ordered by the metallic core wire. However, according to various suppliers, they … Continue reading →

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The Death of Real Cedar Fencing

Posted on November 22, 2011 by americasfence

When I was a boy I use to work summers at my father’s fence company. Back then, cedar fence boards were rich with dark red, brown and orange hues. The boards had a strong cedar smell that was so pungent … Continue reading →

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Welcome to America’s Fence Store!

Posted on November 9, 2011 by americasfence

Welcome to America Fence Store’s blog. Our blog will be an educational tool. We will provide everything from the most basic fence installation instructions to earth shattering fence news. Like any product industry, fencing has it’s share of misnomers, disclaimers, … Continue reading →

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