Those narrow Brixton gardens between Victorian terraces deserve boundaries that last. Closeboard fencing brings privacy and structure to even the trickiest spaces, whether you're backing onto the railway line or sharing walls with three neighbours.
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Brixton's mix of period properties and modern developments creates unique fencing challenges. Sloping gardens running down from Brixton Hill, awkward corners where extensions meet original buildings, and those tricky shared alleyways between terraces all need careful planning. Years of working around SW2 and SW9 mean knowing exactly which timber grades handle our London weather best.
Closeboard construction uses overlapping vertical boards fixed to horizontal rails, creating a solid barrier that flexes slightly in wind rather than rattling like panel fencing. Pressure-treated posts sink 600mm into concrete, while gravel boards protect the timber from soil contact. This method particularly suits Brixton's clay soil, which shifts seasonally and can wreck cheaper alternatives within eighteen months.
Local knowledge matters when your fence runs past three different property boundaries. Understanding Brixton's mix of freehold houses and leasehold conversions helps navigate the permissions maze smoothly.
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Most Victorian terraces around Tulse Hill and Herne Hill have gardens between 30-50ft long. Expect £70-90 per linear metre for quality closeboard, so a standard back garden runs £1,400-2,000 including removal of old fencing.
Absolutely - from the conservation areas around Trinity Gardens to newer builds off Coldharbour Lane. Regular jobs throughout SW2 and SW9, plus neighbouring areas when access allows.
A straightforward terrace garden takes 2-3 days from clearing old panels to final treatment. Properties with rear access via Acre Lane or similar finish quicker than those requiring everything through the house.
Every closeboard installation includes a decade-long guarantee covering structural integrity. The feather-edge boards and posts are pressure-treated to resist rot, though annual treatment keeps them looking fresh throughout South London's damp seasons.
Sometimes existing concrete posts remain sound enough to reuse, saving money and disruption. Each post needs checking for cracks and alignment - about half the Brixton jobs allow some reuse, particularly 1990s installations.
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