Galvanized, woodgrain finish — steel fence panel, 120 × 200

A fence should complement the house and be manageable to maintain under continuous weather exposure. Metal slats combine the familiar pattern of individual boards with the properties of profiled, coated steel. Depending on the model and spacing, the result can be open and light or provide greater privacy. Include appearance, screening and future care in the choice.

Ribs stiffen thin sheet so the slat keeps its form with little weight. Cross-sections range from slim profiles to wider forms that screen more of the view. Low weight is useful in fence bays and on gates. Gaps can admit light and allow views of greenery while still marking the boundary. The bay structure is chosen for its dimensions and loads, leaving a choice of suitable infill profiles and finished appearances.

Steel slats have no knots or splinters and do not rot like timber. The factory coating colours and protects the steel. Maintenance centres on cleaning and inspecting that surface instead of regularly oiling or treating individual boards. The difference can be substantial along a long boundary. Follow the care instructions for the coating. A woodgrain finish can give the warmth of timber on a metal base.

Slat width, gaps and the installation options for the model determine the screening. Open spacing can suit a garden, with a denser layout on the street side. Individual slats allow the gaps and proportions of each bay to suit the location. Single colours work with contemporary buildings; woodgrain can complement planting and traditional houses. Repeating a profile gives the fence, vehicle gate and pedestrian gate a consistent appearance. If the fixings allow it, a single slat can be replaced during later work. This gives scope to divide the site according to how you use it while retaining a coordinated finish.

SteelProfil offers metal fence slats and a wider range of first- and second-grade goods, with selected lots in stock. We can compare profiles, colours and levels of screening. Promotional prices can help assemble a fence that suits the house and the way you use the property.