Swimming pools not only give a lavishing look to our homes but also let us have the most enjoyable relaxing moments with our loved ones. However, as much as we may value our pools, they are a potential danger to children and may cause a lot of injuries. It is estimated that about 300 children under the age of 5 in the United States alone drown every year. A pool fence is essential for safety and in this article we will talk about the different types of pool fences that are available on the market.
Currently, there are no federal pool fence laws in place in the US. Pool barriers are regulated at the local and state level. States have their individual state pool fence laws with certain set of standards being applicable in all states. In addition to this, the International Code Council’s has outlined strong safety standards for swimming pool fences including a requirement that the pool fence must be a minimum of 48 inches tall. These safety laws help save many lives and are in place for the good of all. In the US, any structure including a tank or basin intended for swimming or recreational bathing capable of holding water to a depth of more than 24 inches is taken as a swimming pool.
When choosing a pool fence, the following recommendations should be taken into account to ensure that your fence satisfies the legal state requirements. The first and most important factor is height. Generally, most states recommend a height of 4 feet or higher. In addition to this, the fences should be impossible for a toddler to easily climb. As for the material, the fence structures come in many different forms including wood, aluminum, vinyl and mesh. Mesh fences tend to be the best type as will be discussed later due to their durability and flexibility among other factors.
Wrought Iron Fences
These are among the highest priced fences as wrought iron is quite expensive as a fencing material. Welding and piping is used to build the fence structure giving the fence a characteristic of being sturdy. However, iron rusts therefore the fence needs some regular painting and care.
These are rather sturdy and less expensive compared to the wrought fences. Their downside is that they need regular maintenance to prevent corrosion as at times the hot sun and salty water may corrode the protective coating.
Wooden Pool Fencing
They are sturdy, and have a natural look. The downside is that they block your pool view and require frequent regular maintenance with the wooden fence.
Mesh Pool Fences
As mentioned above, removable mesh pool fences are the most effective and our recommended choice for a pool fence. The mesh material is a tensioned based system that utilizes pole spacing every 30 – 36 inches and section lengths of 10 to 15 feet making them really hard to climb over. The mesh is strong and durable and it cannot be torn under normal circumstances. The flexibility of this fence makes it an easy task to roll up the fence when need comes for storage or transportation. Mesh pool fences are used and accepted by child care services for pool safety in a home where a child is being placed.
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