{"id":2485,"date":"2013-03-08T11:00:50","date_gmt":"2013-03-08T16:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/?p=2485"},"modified":"2023-05-08T11:54:23","modified_gmt":"2023-05-08T15:54:23","slug":"8-advantages-of-a-pool-safety-fence-you-install-yourself","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/8-advantages-of-a-pool-safety-fence-you-install-yourself\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Advantages of a Do-it-Yourself Pool Safety Fence"},"content":{"rendered":"

A pool safety fence is the first \u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00c5\u201clayer of protection\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00c2\u009d to prevent accidental drownings<\/a> in your backyard pool or spa<\/strong>, according the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 But professionally installed fencing can be expensive, which is one reason why convenient, cost-effective mesh pool safety fencing has become a popular alternative to wood, PVC or aluminum pool fences.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 And for even greater cost savings, you can install a mesh pool safety fence yourself.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 This article discusses the top eight advantages to using mesh fencing around your pool.\"DIY<\/a><\/p>\n

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What is a Mesh Pool Safety Fence?<\/strong><\/em>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Mesh pool safety fences<\/a><\/strong> are made of strong, transparent mesh surrounded by a durable border. The mesh panels are attached to sturdy poles that form sections of fencing that are usually 12 to 15 feet long and at least 4 feet high.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 The sections can be arranged to conform to the configuration of your pool making mesh fencing ideal for enclosing irregular-shaped pools.<\/p>\n

The support poles get inserted into holes that are drilled into the pool deck.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 The sections of fence are then hooked together, forming a secure barrier that is held in place by tension.<\/p>\n

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Advantages of a Mesh Pool Safety Fence<\/strong>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/h2>\n

In addition to cost savings, there are other advantages to a mesh pool safety fence, including:<\/p>\n

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1)\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong>Safer Because it Isolates the Pool from the House<\/strong>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Because a mesh pool safety fence is installed right into concrete deck surrounding the pool, it creates an effective barrier that separates the pool area from the house and yard.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 So if a young child wanders out of the house undetected, the mesh fence prevents him or her from getting into the pool area.\"Children<\/a><\/p>\n

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2)\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong>Safer Because Children Can\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2t Climb It
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Unlike traditional solid pool fencing, toddlers and small children can\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2t climb or scale a mesh pool safety fence.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 The mesh is soft but tightly knit, so there\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s nothing sturdy for them to grab or step onto.<\/p>\n

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3)\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong>Easy to Install<\/strong>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Mesh pool safety fences that are specifically designed for the do-it-yourselfer \u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u20ac\u0153 like the Pool Fence DIY System by Life Saver<\/a><\/strong> — are sold totally assembled in convenient 12-foot long sections that can be easily installed by a homeowner using commonly available tools in almost any type of deck. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Each section includes the necessary latch, deck sleeves and deck caps, as well as a template for fast and easy installation.<\/p>\n

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4)\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong>Easy to Remove for Entertaining<\/strong><\/h5>\n

When you\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2re entertaining adults by the pool and want to remove your mesh pool safety fence temporarily, it\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s is easy to knock down, roll up and store.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Each 4-foot by 12-foot panel weighs only 14 pounds.<\/p>\n

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5)\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong>Strong<\/strong><\/h5>\n

The Pool Fence DIY System<\/a><\/strong> by Life Saver uses the highest quality materials:<\/p>\n