Composite Fencing Cardiff

Currently, grey composite fencing is the most popular in terms of colour, often dark grey more specifically, with charcoal black becoming a popular choice.

As different composite manufacturers provide slightly different colour options, other shades such as brown are selected, but they are much less popular than grey or black.

As budget is naturally a deciding factor, eco fencing is popular when a good standard of existing concrete posts is in place. Where budget allows, most people choose the premium range, where the composite panels have an embossed wood effect and therefore look much less 'plastic'.

The difference is quite subtle and mostly comes down to what the panels are made of. Composite, as the name implies, is made of more than one material. Most composites use two main materials: plastic and wood. The wood is essentially very fine wood chippings, almost dust, which is added to the plastic in the manufacturing process, and the proportion varies from one manufacturer to another.

Since a pure plastic or uPVC fence panel is made only of PVC, it will commonly be referred to as plastic fencing, although in reality the two are very similar. Both are often made using recycled plastic and wood and, since they last a lot longer once installed, there is a good argument for their overall environmental benefits, as you won't use repeated resources replacing them as much as you would a wooden equivalent.

If you do see dirt and bird droppings accumulate on your composite fencing, they can easily be removed with a gentle jet wash, but this should be on a low setting.

If you don't have a pressure washer, simply cleaning with soapy water and a sponge should do the trick, as dirt does not attach to composite and uPVC in the same way that it does to wood, so maintenance and cleaning are quick and easy.

Yes. We supply and install composite fencing across Cardiff and the surrounding areas, including Penarth, Barry, Dinas Powys, Pontcanna, Canton, Roath, the Vale of Glamorgan, Caerphilly and beyond. We're based in Penarth CF64, so the whole of Cardiff is local to us. Call 029 2271 5157 or request a free quote online and we'll arrange a site visit.

We usually supply them. Composite fencing is a complete supply and install service: we measure up at the site visit, source the right panels, posts and gravel boards, have them delivered and fit everything, so you don't need to order anything or calculate quantities yourself. If you have already bought panels, we are happy to fit those instead, and we can measure up first to confirm you have enough.

Grey is the most popular colour we install, followed by anthracite (a deeper charcoal grey), with wood-effect panels in oak-effect and warm brown tones for period properties. The entry-level eco range comes in grey, walnut brown and a natural colour. Most composite panels lighten by around 10–15% before settling to their final colour, which is worth bearing in mind when choosing.

Composite fencing costs depend on the panel height, post system, linear metres required and whether gravel boards or capping rails are included. As a guide, a full garden boundary of approximately 20 metres would typically start from around £3,400 supply and fit. We always visit and provide a written, itemised quote before any work begins, with no hidden extras.

Quality composite fencing from an established manufacturer will typically last 20 to 25 years with minimal maintenance. The panels won't rot, warp, splinter or need treating; an occasional brush down to remove any surface dirt or algae is all that's required. The aluminium post systems we use are designed to the same lifespan. We source from established suppliers including Eurocell, who back their composite products with long-term guarantees.

In many cases, yes. Some composite panel ranges are designed to fit directly into standard concrete post channels without replacement posts. We assess your existing posts at the site visit and advise honestly on whether re-use is a practical option or whether new aluminium posts would give you a better installation. There is no obligation and no charge for the site visit.