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METAL / CHAIN LINK / WIRE FENCES:
Metal fences are usually either chain link, wire, or "wrought
iron". In corrals, metal pipe may be used to prevent
destruction by farm animals, especially horses Metal fences are
generally considered low maintenance systems Metal fences don't catch
much wind and therefore don't blow over or become unstable very easily.
If, however, they are exposed to salt air or high humidity climates they
can become very high maintenance systems Wrought iron fences should be
checked for rust and kept properly painted whereas chain link fences are
galvanized and don't usually require painting Check at yearly intervals
for rust or corrosion. Remove the rust with sandpaper or a wire brush
and touch up with appropriate paint for your area. Contact a Painting
Contractor or a retail Paint Dealer for further information.
The above information was provided by TWI Systems Copyright 1995-2005 1-800-553-5660
