Get out and get to work! When it comes to fencing that’s a good place to start. With a little sweat equity, fencing sets boundaries. It keeps animals in and predators out. It can encompass entire ranches or just protect the vegetable patch in the backyard. Whatever it’s needed for, fencing has many uses. That’s why in our Fencing Section we make it easy and break it down for you.

In this guide, we’ll answer questions like what type of fence is best for your animals while explaining what tools you’ll need to get the job done. And, we’ll tackle topics such as spacing and cost. It’s more doable than you think. You’ve got this and we can help.

There are five types of coatings in fencing products; commercial, class one, class three, zinc aluminum, and zinc aluminum plus paint. Depending on your fencing needs, each coating is specified by the number of years that it lasts.

Video Transcription

Hi, everybody. My name's Keith Taylor with Bekaert Corporation. I've been with Bekaert for about 28 years and we're here partnered with North 40 Outfitters

We get a lot of questions about: What are the different coatings and what do they mean in fencing products? There are generally five types of coatings used in fencing products.

The Five Types of Fencing Coatings

You have a commercial coat, which is going to last you somewhere in the neighborhood of one to three years. Then you can step up to a class-one coating, that product is going to last somewhere in the five to seven year range. Then you would step up to the class-three products that Bekaert offers. They come with a 20-year coating guarantee. The zinc aluminum products from Bekaert would come with a 30-year coating guarantee. The zinc aluminum plus paint would come with a 40-year coating guarantee.

In this environment in the North, you could possibly put up a lifetime fence that you wouldn't see rust start to appear until you reach the 50 year mark.

Thanks for watching today. If there are any more fencing questions, feel free to visit any of the North 40 Outfitters stores or visit them online at North40.com.