How to Choose Vinyl or Wood?

Out of all types of fence materials, wood fences demand the most maintenance and can end up being the most costly. Wood fences must be treated, painted or stained on a regular basis; in fact, the average wood fence owner can expect to spend time and money painting or staining every few years to maintain the fence’s  appearance and to protect the wood from weathering. Wood that is exposed to the
elements will eventually rot over time, resulting in a less stable fence with a shorter life span.

Bufftech® vinyl fencing is an easy-care alternative to wood fencing. Beautiful, durable, and built to last, a Bufftech fence is designed to provide years of worry-free enjoyment. Bufftech’s industry-leading styles, colors and textures include a realistic woodgrain finish and rich, authentic shades that replicate the look of natural wood.

Take a closer look at why a Bufftech vinyl fence is a smarter investment than wood fencing.

Virtually maintenance free

A Bufftech vinyl fence requires far less maintenance than a wood fence. Vinyl won’t warp, rot, splinter, peel or blister like wood. Vinyl fence never needs sanding, staining or painting. All it needs is an occasional washing with a garden hose to keep it looking its best.

Innovative styles, colors and textures

Bufftech leads the vinyl fence industry with the widest array of styles, colors and textures. Our CertaGrain® and Select Cedar authentic woodgrain textures recreate the look of natural wood fencing, while our CertaStucco™ fence offers an innovative alternative to traditional stucco walls. The Bufftech color palette includes 9 solid colors and 4 blended colors.

Consistent color and fade protection

Stained and painted wood fencing will peel and chip, and the color will fade over time. With Bufftech vinyl fence, the color is engineered to last. Bufftech is the only vinyl fence manufacturer to offer ColorLast™ dark color fade protection, an acrylic formulation that provides superior protection from the harsh rays of the sun.

Greater strength and flexibility

Bufftech vinyl fence is up to five times stronger and four times more flexible than wood fencing, allowing it to absorb the impact from everyday run-ins with lawn mowers and tree limbs. Bufftech fence products feature a steel reinforced bottom rail for a stronger, more rigid fence, which reduces the chances of sagging or bowing.

Concealed fasteners

All Bufftech vinyl fence systems feature concealed fasteners for a sleek, clean finish. Wood fencing is installed with unsightly nails, which, when exposed to the elements, will weather, come loose and cause the fence to deteriorate over time. Loose nails are also a safety issue.

Routed rails and fence posts

Bufftech’s precision-routed rails ensure a safe, secure picket attachment and easy assembly. The routed fence posts provide a more secure connection than wood, allowing for thermal expansion season after season.

Building code compliant

Bufftech vinyl fence is tested to the highest standards for performance. The Bufftech line includes styles approved for use around swimming pools and in high wind conditions (Miami-Dade County approved NOA#06-1019.01, expires 3-13-2013).

Lifetime limited warranty protection

Unlike wood fences, which generally carry no warranty, Bufftech vinyl fence products are backed by an outstanding lifetime limited transferable warranty, which includes our exclusive SureStart™ protection. SureStart covers warranted repair and replacement costs – including labor – for five years after installation.

100 years of quality products

Bufftech vinyl fence is manufactured by CertainTeed Corporation, a trusted name in building products for more than a century. Since 1904, CertainTeed has earned a reputation among homeowners and building professionals alike as a respected manufacturer of highquality building materials.

A better value over time

While a vinyl fence may cost slightly more initially, vinyl will end up costing less than wood over the life of the fence.

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

How does wood stack up?

Bufftech premium vinyl fence provides performance features that far surpass wood. Before choosing a fence, compare the features most important to you with what a wood fence offers.