Those narrow Victorian passages between Penge terraces demand fencing that maximises every inch. Closeboard panels transform tight boundaries into secure, attractive barriers that withstand decades of South London weather.
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Victorian properties throughout SE20 present unique challenges when boundary lines run mere inches from bay windows and side returns. Closeboard construction adapts brilliantly to these constraints, with overlapping featherboard strips creating solid barriers without sacrificing precious garden space. The timber's vertical grain naturally sheds rainwater, preventing the rot issues common in Penge's clay-heavy soil conditions.
Each closeboard panel begins with pressure-treated posts concreted below the frost line - essential given the movement in local London clay. Gravel boards protect the main structure from soil contact whilst arris rails provide horizontal strength. The overlapping boards themselves allow for natural timber expansion, eliminating the warping that plagues cheaper panel fencing during our wet winters.
Twenty years installing fencing across Penge means knowing which properties suffer from waterlogged corners near Maple Road and where the chalk seams near Crystal Palace Park create drainage challenges. Local knowledge prevents costly mistakes.
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Typical SE20 gardens range from compact courtyards to generous plots, with closeboard installations varying between £95-150 per linear metre depending on height requirements and access difficulties through Victorian alleyways.
Absolutely - from the conservation areas near Penge East station to newer developments towards Anerley, including all SE20 postcodes and neighbouring Crystal Palace borders.
Standard residential boundaries in Penge complete within 2-4 days, though terraced properties with restricted access occasionally need an extra morning for materials handling.
Every installation carries decade-long coverage against structural failure, with pressure-treated timber guaranteed against rot when maintained according to our straightforward care guide.
Stepped installation follows natural gradients perfectly, with each bay adjusted to maintain consistent height whilst accommodating Penge's characteristic hillside gardens without gaps beneath.
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