If you're
thinking about building a fence, but are still mulling over what material to
use, consider using one of these four eco-friendly options!
Bamboo
Bamboo is
the world's fastest growing plant. In fact, some say you can sit and watch
it grow. Regrowing
many other types of wood would take 6+ times longer than the regrowth of
bamboo! This makes it rapidly renewable and a good
eco-friendly material for building your fence.
Reclaimed
Lumber
Wood doesn't
need to be brand new to make a beautiful fence. It's even likely that the aged
reclaimed lumber would be of higher quality than newer virgin woods.
Recycled
Plastic
That's
right...you can build a fence out of recycled plastic. They're strong,
waterproof, and very low-maintenance. Be careful when installing it, though,
because it can be easily damaged if not. Make sure you go with a manufacturer
that uses completely recycled plastic. Some use a blend of new and
recycled, which is not very sustainable at all!
Tall Hedges
If it's just
privacy you're looking for, then plant tall shrubs or other plants like
Juniper Skyrockets. They require some maintenance (EX: trimming) but are
both beautful and definitely renewable.
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