Composite Fence Panels for New & Existing Fence Runs
Can I Use Composite Fence Boards With Existing Concrete Posts?
In many cases, yes. If your existing concrete posts are still in good condition, you may be able to keep them in place rather than digging out the whole fence line.
Suitable aluminium inserts fit into the channels of the concrete posts, creating a fixing point for the 1830mm composite fence boards. The boards can then be stacked between the posts to build a new panel.
This is particularly useful where the timber panels have rotted or broken but the concrete posts still have plenty of life left in them. It can save a fair bit of work and keeps disruption in the garden down.
Measure the clear distance between several posts before ordering. Older fence runs can vary slightly from one bay to the next, so checking more than one gap is worth doing.
If you’re unsure whether your existing posts will work, send us a couple of photos and measurements. We can help you work out the best setup.
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Each composite fence board has an embossed woodgrain finish on both sides. Both gardens get the same finished surface, which is especially useful on shared boundaries.
The boards measure 1830mm x 160mm x 20mm and use a tongue-and-groove profile. Each board slots into the next, building up into a closed panel with a neat, consistent finish. Twelve boards are needed for a standard 6 x 6ft fence panel.
Unlike timber, there’s no regular staining or painting to keep on top of. The composite boards won’t rot or split in the same way either, which makes them a practical choice for garden boundaries where you want less ongoing work.
For everyday dirt, warm soapy water and a soft brush is normally plenty.
If you have any questions about how to maintain or install your fencing, please get in touch with our technical team: info@tradewarehouse.co.uk
Composite Fencing FAQs
How many composite fence boards do I need for a 6ft panel?
You’ll need 12 of our 160mm-high boards for a standard 6 x 6ft panel. Each board is 1830mm long, so it works nicely with the usual 6ft fence bay.
For longer runs, send us the total length and required height and we can help work out the quantities.
Can composite fence boards fit existing concrete posts?
Yes, in many cases. Suitable aluminium inserts can sit inside the channels of existing concrete posts, allowing the composite boards to slot into place without replacing the posts.
Measure several bays first though, older fence runs can vary slightly.
What size are the composite fence boards?
Each board measures 1830mm long, 160mm high and 20mm thick, with a weight of around 5kg.
They use a tongue-and-groove edge, so each board locks into the one below it as the panel is built up.
Are the boards finished on both sides?
Yes. The woodgrain texture runs on both faces, so both sides of the fence get a proper finished surface.
This is especially handy on shared boundaries, where nobody wants the plain rear side of a panel facing their garden.
Do composite fence panels need painting or staining?
No regular painting or staining is needed.
For normal garden dirt, warm soapy water and a soft brush is usually enough. Leaves and soil sitting against the bottom of the fence are worth clearing away every so often too.
Can individual composite fence boards be replaced?
Yes. Since the fence is built from separate boards, one damaged board can often be changed without replacing the whole panel.
This is one of the nicer things about a board-based system compared with a single large timber panel.
Can composite fence boards be cut?
Yes, they can be cut for shorter bays or awkward end sections using suitable cutting equipment.
Measure twice first. The 1830mm length works well for standard bays, so cutting is mainly needed where the fence run changes width.
What parts do I need for a new composite fence?
For a fresh installation, you’ll normally need the composite boards, fence posts, post caps and a top finishing board.
Existing concrete-post installations use suitable aluminium inserts instead of replacing the full support structure.
Can you work out how much composite fencing I need?
Yes. Send us your total fence length, required height and, if you’re keeping existing posts, the clear spacing between them.
We can help work out the number of boards, posts and main fittings before you order.
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