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MESH FOR FENCING POSTS, BRACE BARS AND POST SUPPORTS T-POST PLATES, T-POST EXTENSION MODULAR PANEL FENCING SHADING AND REED SCREENING WIRE, ACCESSORIES AND COMPLEMENTARY ITEMS GATES CAST IRON PROFILES AND CAPS STRUCTURAL PIPES AND SUPPORT PLATES PLASTIC FENCING AND POLYETHYLENE MESHES ROOFING DIY AND GARDENING SPORTS NETTING SYNTHETIC HEDGES SYNTHETIC GRASS CONSTRUCTIONS AND GEOSYNTHETICS FENCING KITS
Meshes and nets for gardening and agriculture Meshes for residential use Sport meshes and sport items Meshes and supplies for industry and security Pets and farming fences and items DIY Shading nets Meshes and supplies for spring Meshes and supplies for summer Meshes and supplies for autumn Meshes and supplies for winter All purpose
Rete Plastic Tenax Cavatorta Ferro Bulloni Gammasport G&B Retificio Sensole Other brands Vortek
Mesh for fencing From saying to doing Shading and reed screening Poles, braces bars and pole supports Plastic fences Wire, accessories and complementary items Modular panel fencing Gates Tips, informations and mesh curiosities Interviews.A chat with... We lay a fence for real Cast iron profiles, support plates, structural pipes, caps Sport nettings Roofing Hardware and gardening Video tutorials Tenax Rete Plastic’s work: Fences built for our clients
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Dividing Fences in Apartment Complexes: Installation Problems and Solutions

Installing a dividing fence between private gardens in an apartment complex may seem straightforward. A few metres of fencing, some posts and a relatively low structure should be enough.

However, modern residential buildings can present unexpected technical challenges, particularly when gardens are built above underground garages or structural slabs.

The most important question is not simply which fence to choose, but how to secure it without causing instability or water infiltration.

Why apartment gardens can be difficult to work in

Private gardens in modern residential buildings are sometimes located on elevated floors or above underground structures.

Access can be limited, making the transport of fencing materials and equipment particularly challenging. In some cases, lifts or cranes may be needed.

Small working areas, newly planted lawns and neighbouring properties can create additional complications.

These conditions often make installation slower and more expensive than a conventional garden fence.

Shallow soil and unstable fence posts

One of the most common problems is the limited depth of soil available.

Some roof gardens and raised residential gardens have only 25–30 cm of soil, often consisting of loose fill rather than compact natural ground.

This can make traditional concrete foundations unsuitable.

Fence posts must withstand accidental impacts, people leaning against the fence and wind loads. If the foundations are too shallow or the soil is unstable, the posts may gradually move or lean.

The situation becomes even more critical when privacy screens or shade fabric are attached to the fence, increasing the area exposed to wind.

Fixing posts to concrete slabs: waterproofing risks

An alternative is to attach fence posts to the underlying concrete slab using base plates and anchors.

However, these slabs are often protected by waterproof membranes.

Drilling through the waterproofing without a properly designed sealing system can allow water to penetrate the structure, potentially causing expensive damage to the rooms below.

For this reason, mechanical fixing should only be considered after assessing the existing construction and identifying a suitable waterproofing solution.

Why short dividing fences cost more

A continuous 100-metre fence is not equivalent to ten separate 10-metre sections.

Each individual section may require additional end posts, braces, tensioning accessories, connectors and cutting operations.

Modular fencing panels can also generate more offcuts when several short sections are required.

As a result, the cost per linear metre may be considerably higher than for a continuous installation of the same total length.

Possible installation solutions

The appropriate solution depends on the available soil depth, the structure underneath and the expected loads.

Concrete foundations may be suitable where the soil conditions and foundation dimensions provide adequate stability.

Base plates and mechanical anchors can be considered where the structural slab and waterproofing system allow a properly designed installation.

Weighted planters offer another possibility. Fence posts can be incorporated into suitably designed containers filled with ballast, potentially avoiding direct penetration of the waterproof membrane.

However, planter-based systems must also be checked for overturning stability and the load-bearing capacity of the supporting slab.

No solution should be selected without considering the specific site conditions.

Choosing the right fence for a residential garden

Wire mesh fencing, modular panels and privacy screening systems can all be suitable for dividing private outdoor areas.

However, even a strong fence can become unsafe if its posts are not properly supported.

Checking the fixing conditions before purchasing materials is essential to avoid installation problems and unexpected costs.

For more practical fencing advice, watch our videos on the Rete Plastic YouTube channel.

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