FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is PVC?

All PVC products are made from a combination of vinyl resin and various additives, which gives these products their particular properties.

Some of the additives commonly used in PVC include the following:

• Impact modifiers improve impact strength, or resistance of the profile to cracking or breaking.
• UV inhibitors protect the finished product from damaging rays of the sun. Titanium dioxide is the most common material used.
• Pigments provide consistent color throughout the product and may screen or absorb UV radiation, which would otherwise cause rapid degradation of the product.

What is 100% Virgin PVC?

Recycled Plastics are not used in Polvin Fencing Systems to ensure the quality is not compromised. All our fencing is made from 100% virgin PVC , and we only use our own internally generated regrind which meets our stringent quality controls, which keeps it out of the waste stream, and helps protect the environment.

Is a Polvin Fence Fire Proof?

PVC has a high flash point which means it will not sustain the flame but will merely self extinguish.  It does not smolder and does not leave burning embers.  However, as with any other fence, be it metal or wood, our fence will also be damaged by fire.

Describe maintenance free?

• PVC requires no painting or treating.
• Is non-porous, therefore mildew and mold cannot get a hold.
• Is easily cleaned with a solution of mild household detergent and water.

Won’t crack, chip, peel or rot.

During the life of the Polvin Fencing System, under normal circumstances, you should not expect to find surface cracking, peeling, chipping or rot.

What about my Livestock?

Polvin Fencing Systems vinyl has a higher tensile strength and 4 times the flexibility of wood. The use of quality Impact Modifiers ensure the fence is rugged enough for the application.

In addition to this we add reinforced ribs to the rails, which make them strong enough to support an adult climbing on or over it. A horse leaning on it will also not break it. It is designed to flex and then return to its original shape.  Rails are easily replaced should breakage occur from severe direct impact, like from a vehicle for example.

Is PVC Safe for my horses?

Polvin Fencing Systems products have smooth surfaces with no nails, sharp edges or splinters. Our specially designed rail notching system allows the rail to pop out of the post under severe impact, rather than breaking.

Your fence will withstand a reasonable force.

Under normal circumstances the fence will flex and then return to its original shape. If your horse hits the fence at a speed, the rails are designed to 'pop' out, thus minimising the risk of injury to the animal.

A wooden fence would be inclined to break and leave sharp points and splinters which could impale the horse. Therefore Polvin Fencing is much safer for horses and your family.

Vinyl has a tough surface, retains no moisture and has no taste - therefore horses will be less inclined to suck or chew on a Polvin fence.

Can my fence be Easily electrified?

Attachments like a hot wire for post and rail fencing can easily be attached to any Polvin vinyl fence. As Polvin fence does not conduct electricity, any type of connector can be used, including metal.  Alternatively, holes can be drilled in the posts in the factory or onsite to run wire through – eliminating the need for attachments.

What about your Easy DIY installation?

The pre routed posts, and light weight material as well as the comprehensive installation manual ensure Polvin fencing systems are perfect for DIY installations. Any additional queries or concerns can be addressed with our friendly team who are always available to take your call, weekends and holidays included.

Is a Polvin fence more cost effective than wood?

Although your investment is slightly more initially, this is where your expense ends. The cost difference is quickly eliminated once the substantial cost of continuous maintenance of a wood or metal fence is considered.

Cost comparison

Cost includes price of fence averaged over 20 years plus maintenance and repair costs. Cost is expressed as a percentage.

Comparison of properties - Vinyl vs. Wood