Miura Board is one of many composite wood solutions on the market. Like other composite fencing materials, Miura Board allows users to create strong and reliable fences that stand the test of time. However, Miura Board is a superior alternative to both wood and wood composites for a variety of reasons.

This blog post will compare Miura Board to competitive solutions to help you determine if our proprietary product is right for your wood fencing project.

Composite vs. Wood Fence

Wood composite fencing and wood fencing differ from one another in several ways. Wood fencing had few market competitors until fairly recently, but wood composites have offered an appealing alternative. Composite fences are made of a mixture of plastic and real wood to create an eco-friendly alternative to standard fencing.

Composite fence boards Gone are the days of painting your fence These composite fence boards have been designed outlast a traditional timber fence panel. You can expect these panels to give you 20 years of maintenance free usage. Wood composite fencing and wood fencing differ from one another in several ways. Wood fencing had few market competitors until fairly recently, but wood composites have offered an appealing alternative. Composite fences are made of a mixture of plastic and real wood to create an eco-friendly alternative to standard.

Here are some factors to consider when deciding between wood and wood composites.

Installation Costs

One of the most notable differences between wood and wood composites is their upfront cost. Cost plays a central role in most projects and standard wood fences are cheaper to purchase than their composite counterparts. Wood fences tend to cost around $15 per foot, while composite wood fences may run $25 per foot or more.

While increased upfront costs may be a deterrent, it’s important to consider the overall lifespan of the product. The significantly longer service life of wood composites makes them much more affordable over time by delivering a lower cost of ownership. With a minimum service lifespan of 15–20 years, composite wood is ultimately much more cost-effective.

Maintaining Composite

When comparing maintenance requirements, wood and wood composite fences vary considerably. While wood fences require frequent repainting and/or repair, composite wood fencing simply requires occasional wash downs with water. Composite holds up better than wood when exposed to weather, UV rays, and other environmental factors such as insects and mold.

The natural decomposing process of wood can only be delayed through frequent treatments and coatings. Wood must frequently be repainted, repaired, or replaced. In climates with significant moisture, inclement weather, or insect problems, a wood fence may only last a few years.

Miura Board: The Ideal Composite Fencing Solution

Fiber-reinforced composites present several advantages over their wood counterparts. They last longer, require much less maintenance and tend to be cheaper in the long-term. Miura Board fiber-reinforced composites contain zero wood and are used in a variety of private and municipal projects for:

Boardwalks
Stadiums
Parks
Ramps
Bleachers
Fences

Miura Board is the highest-quality fiber-reinforced, wood-free composite solution on the market. Compared to wood-plastic composites, Miura Board offers comparable or superior performance while remaining a sustainable solution. We use only recycled materials to help divert plastic waste and carpet from landfills.

The below photo illustrates how regular wood fences require regular maintenance and repair, and when a new wood board is added, it creates this “eye-sore” contrast between the new and old pieces. Miura Board’s product doesn’t have this “weathered” look and can seamlessly be replaced for a more consistently cohesive look.

Common contrast seen between the new and old wood boards

Advantages of Miura Board Composite Fencing

Compared to common conventional wood and wood-plastic composite fencing, Miura Board offers a broad range of benefits, including:

Longer service life
Low maintenance requirements
Better weather resistance
Pest-resistance
Higher strength and durability
Easy installation

If you’d like to learn more about the advantages of Miura Board composite fencing, contact our team today.

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Composite fences are becoming increasingly popular as they are long-lasting and can last up to two decades. They also require little maintenance and are resistant to mold and rot. Installing a composite fence takes several days and requires help from one or more people to pour concrete as well as manoeuvre composite fence panels and posts. You can look for composite fencing panels that attach to fence posts with ease, making it an easier project when compared to installing a wooden fence. The team at Build Deck believe a composite fence is not only an environmentally conscious, but it also adds privacy to an outdoor space.

that said, let’s look at how you can install composite fence panels. Keeping in mind that these instructions can change depending on the foundations.

Map Your Fence Line

To begin with, determine the amount of composite fence you will need to get the job done. Figure out how many composite fence panels you will need to install for your fence to be sturdy. Leave an expansion gap of 6 millimetres between the post and the fence slat. This will allow for the thermal reaction of the material used to temperature changes. Additionally, when you are measuring between post supports, allow for a spacing that equals 1896mm: 6mm for the fence slat expansion, 90mm for fence post width and 18000mm for the width of the fence slat. Planning your fence before buying materials and digging will help you reduce costs and avoid buying excess materials.

Dig the Post Holes

You can draw the fence on a paper and use a can of spray paint and stakes to mark where you will dig your post holes. Ideally, the post holes should be a minimum of 1/3 of your fence height to ensure stability. Before digging, decide where you’ll mount the fence, which will help you determine where you will place the first post. For instance, if you are installing a fence on for your back garden, you can mount it to your house or any stable structure for stability. After digging the post holes, create a curved channel with a digging tool then pour cement to create footers. In turn, this will help prevent water from penetrating the post and ensures that the posts will adhere to the cement.

Mount Posts

It will take up to 2 days for the cement to cure. When mounting your first post, it should be set correctly and upright since it will act as the datum point for the entire run. Place the other post supports in position, ensuring that they are square and level to the run of your fencing. Once the metal supports are in place, use the four pilot holes in these supports to mark where you will drill the support fixing holes. Use an 8-millimetre masonry drill bit to pre-drill the support fixing holes to the suitable depth, which is 100mm if you are using the coach bolts and 800mm if you are using rawl plugs. Next, use fixings to firmly secure the post stand, making sure there is no movement.

Install Composite Fence Panels

– Before installing your composite fencing panels, you should keep the height of the ground in mind. The fence should be close to the ground to keep your pets inside as well as keep other animals from burrowing their way into the garden.

– To keep your fence level and straight, you can use a string by running it from corner to corner. Use this as your guide when installing your composite fence panels.

– Once your posts are in the right position, slide your fence post onto the stand. The post grooves should be in the right direction to allow for a 90 or 180° fencing run. Cut the posts to the desired size if you are looking for fencing with a shorter height.

– Once the opposing fence posts are in place, take a fence panel cap and clip it to the bottom of your first fence slat. With the panel cap attached, slide the fence slat down the grooves (long, narrow depression) in opposing fence posts.

– You can now slot in the other slats until you reach the height that you want. Keep in mind that twelve slats can cover a standard 6-foot fence height. Once you have installed all the boards, you can complete the fence panel.

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– To finish off the top of your last fence slat, clip-on another metal panel cap. Then, take the fence caps and insert them into the top of your fence posts. Repeat these steps until you finish the whole fence.

If your design includes a fence gate, you will have to use heavy-duty screws together with a level to install the gate and ensure it is straight. After installation, open and close the gate several times to ensure that it’s fully functional.