Fencing
The double-sided Siberian Larch lap fence with Horizontal 44mm x 22mm larch battens offer a superior, long-lasting, and aesthetically pleasing boundary solution due to the inherent durability of the wood, robust construction method, and protective finish. This combination ensures stability, privacy, and an elegant modern appearance that will stand the test of time.
Superior Material & Construction
Siberian Larch: Sourced from slow-growing trees in cold climates, wood is incredibly dense, is incredibly dense, hard-wearing, and naturally rich in protective resins.
Natural Durability: The high resin content provides natural resistance to rot, decay, and insect infestations, allowing the fence to last for 20-30 years (or longer with treatment) without chemical preservatives.
Aesthetic Appeal: It features a fine, straight grain and warm, natural hues (straw-yellow to golden-brown) when new, which can be maintained with oil or allowed to weather naturally to a desirable silvery-grey patina.
Stability: The high density makes it less prone to warping, splitting and general physical damage compared to other softwoods.
Double-Sided "Hit and Miss" Design: This configuration involves alternating horizontal slats (44mm x 22mm) on either side of the posts
Aesthetics: Provides an equally attractive, polished look both sides, making it sides, making it an excellent choice for shared boundaries with neighbours.
Airflow & Privacy Balance: The careful spacing allows air to flow through, which significantly reduces wind pressure and strain on the fence (ideal for exposed locations), while still maintaining a high level of privacy by preventing direct lines of sight.
Robust Framework: The use of substantial 100mm x 100mm posts set at close 500mm centres is key to the fence's structural integrity.
Exceptional Stability: This post size and close spacing provide superior strength and load-bearing capacity, ensuring the fence remains sturdy and resistant to external forces and ground movement
Secure Fixing: The large, square faces of the posts make installation of the horizontal slats straightforward and secure.
Further Examples of Fencing
Protection & Finish with Owatrol HTX
Owatrol Textrol Hes. The application of this penetrating oil product enhances the wood's natural properties and appearance.
Deep Penetration: to protect from within, rather protect from within, rather than forming a surface film that can peel or flake.
Enhanced UV Protection: It provides advanced protection against rays, which helps to slow the natural greying process and maintain the timber's original warm colour for longer.
Moisture and Weather Resistance: The treatment repels water and protects against the effects of moisture ingress and weathering, further reducing the risk of the wood splitting, cracking, or warping.
Low Maintenance: The treatment is easy to maintain, often requiring only simple touch-ups with no need for time-consuming stripping or sanding between coats.
Gates constructed with horizontal larch battens and timber-clad steel RSJ posts provide a superior combination of structural integrity, extreme longevity, and seamless aesthetic integration for several reasons:
1.Exceptional Structural Strength
Steel RSJ Foundations: Rolled Steel Joists (RSJs) are heavy-duty beams originally designed for high-load construction. Unlike timber posts that can warp or concrete that may crack, steel RSJs provide a rigid, non-flexible foundation that resists sagging even under the weight of wide or heavy gates.
High Impact Resistance: RSJs are engineered to withstand significant force and high-stress points, making them ideal for heavy-use entrance areas.
Wind Stability: The inherent strength of steel allows these posts to withstand extreme wind loads without the structural failure often seen in traditional wood systems.
2. Extreme Longevity and Low Maintenance
Natural Larch Durability: Siberian Larch is one of the hardest and most durable softwoods available. It contains high levels of natural resins and oils that act as an antiseptic, protecting the wood from rot, decay, insects, and moisture without the need for chemical treatments.
50+ Year Lifespan: While standard treated pine might last 10–15 years, untreated larch used above ground can last over 50 years.
Corrosion-Resistant Posts: Fencing RSJs are typically hot-dip galvanised prevent rust and weathering, ensuring a service life of 25 to 50 years with minimal maintenance.
Dimensional Stability: Larch is high-density and slow-grown, making it resistant to the bumps, scratches, and impact damage common in high-traffic gate areas.
3. Seamless Aesthetic and Design Matching
Total Visual Integration: By cladding the steel RSJ posts with timber, you hide the industrial steel while retaining its strength. This allows the gate posts to perfectly match the horizontal larch battens of the gate and surrounding fence for a consistent, high-end look.
Contemporary Linear Design: Horizontal larch battens (slats) create clean, modern lines that provide privacy while still allowing airflow, which reduces wind pressure on the gate structure.
Graceful Aging: Both the gate battens and the post cladding will weather at the same rate. Over time, untreated larch transitions from its natural golden-brown to a sought-after silvery-grey patina, maintaining a uniform appearance across the entire boundary.
Karl Rance
Phone: 01923 333385 / 07956 402551
Email: karl@rancelandscapes.co.uk