Windscreens vs. Chain Link Fence Slats | AmeriFence Corporation Kansas City
There are many (very good) reasons why chain link remains the top choice for commercial and sports fencing nationwide. The mesh of this fence type—with its intersecting diamond-shaped formations—provides airflow and visibility while helping keep out intruders (as well as shielding spectators from the occasional incoming sports projectile). Chain link fencing is very practical most days out of the year; however, there are those occasional instances where the wind’s reached an obnoxious capacity and it’d be helpful to curb its impact on players—maybe even throw in some advertisement for a sponsor while you’re at it.
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As the #1 fence contractor in Kansas City, AmeriFence Corporation recommends two particular chain link covering solutions: windscreens and fencing slats.
What are the advantages to coverage for chain link fencing?
While windscreens and slats have advantages and disadvantages over one another—which we’ll discuss later in this article—both provide the same general benefits for fence owners:
- Wind resistance. Covering your fence panels’ diamond-shaped mesh openings reduces the impact of wind blowing into an enclosed space. For sporting events, less wind-related distraction/interference can help improve the players’ game.
- Enhanced privacy. Sometimes fencing needs change with time. Say you install a chain link fence and, a couple years later, decide solid privacy fencing would be more appropriate for your needs. Covering up the panels is a much cheaper alternative to replacing the entire fence.
- Enhanced appeal. Here at AmeriFence Corporation, we install elegant chain link fencing in Kansas City. These fences provide tremendous curb appeal, but you can make your fence—and your property—even more appealing by placing decorative coverings on your fence panels.
Windscreen for chain link fences: advantages and disadvantages
Windscreen is a common accessory for sports fencing panels, due to the vast customization options: the mesh fabric can be designed with specific colors and images—including logos and promotional text from advertisers. Density is another customization option available with windscreens, with options ranging from opaque to imperviously solid.
Important note: Of the two fence covering options under discussion, windscreens are less durable and come with shorter lifespans. Here at AmeriFence Corporation of Kansas City, we recommend windscreens as a temporary solution—ideal for weekend/seasonal events.
Slats for chain link fences: advantages and disadvantages
As alluded to in the previous section, one of the major selling points of fence panel slats is longevity, as these coverings are manufactured using long-lasting materials such as plastic, wood, and metal. What’s more, slats are typically installed through the actual chain link weave—in effect functioning as a permanent fixture and component of the fence. Of course, this comes with some downsides: namely higher cost and limited customization options. Slats are available in specific colors and designs, but once installed are difficult to alter.
Windscreens or slats: which should I use?
Now that you’ve reviewed the respective advantages and disadvantages of windscreen and chain link fence slats, the lingering question is: Which one should you get? The option that’ll work best for your situation really depends on individual needs. If you require a temporary but highly customizable solution involving branding and logos, windscreen is your best, most cost-efficient choice. However, if changing design isn’t important to your needs and permanent security fixtures are, we recommend slats.