A black fence is a very popular idea for modern, minimalist and Scandinavian spaces, though it’s not for everyone. Such fences come in metal and wood and add certain charm to your backyard if you do them right. Let’s take a look at some of advantages and disadvantages of such fences to make your decision easier.
Pros Of Black Fences
Because black is so versatile, it can fit in with many property designs. Whether you’re adding a horizontal black fence to newer home or a black aluminum fence to an older home, black fencing can easily work with any design. It mostly depends on how you are tying the color in with the rest of the design.
Wrought iron and aluminum fences are most often found in black. They have a classic appearance that will stand the test of time, especially if you have a more traditional home. From clean, straight lines to scroll work and filigree, there is a black metal fence design for everyone out there.
A black backdrop can be the perfect thing to show off your bright and colorful landscaping. If you have a variety of vibrant flowers and luscious grasses, they’ll stand out beautifully against a black fence. Even trees or bushes, whose bark may have blended in with a more traditional colored fence, will be showcased more prominently. The combination of black fencing and eye-catching landscaping could grab the attention of any potential buyers, making them fall in love with your unique property.
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Cons Of Black Fences
Although black is considered a neutral shade, it isn’t for everyone. It also doesn’t go with every design scheme. If you home is already a dark color, a black fence may make your property look dreary and sad. Or if your traditional home is made out of bricks mostly containing shades or red and brown, black may clash with these colors and look a little “off”.
If you have a wooden privacy fence with close together pickets, you may run into a design problem. Especially if you choose a paint over a stain for your wooden fence, black may cause it to look flat and boring. Black paint will cover any of the depth and dimension in your wooden fence. This can leave it looking more like a black wall than a fence. Although some may consider this look to be sleek and modern, it definitely doesn’t cater to everyone’s taste.
Black wooden fences area in now, but how long will this trend last? However, it’s not only trends that will test the fate of black fences. They also show dirt much more easily than more traditionally colored fences. Because of this, they will take much more maintenance than other fences. If you choose a paint over a stain, you will also have to deal with the potential for chips in the paint. The bare wood underneath will stand out in stark contrast to the rest of the fence if this happens. You will also notice the fading of your black paint or stain over time much more easily because it is so dark.
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