By law, all pools in Australia need fences for safety purposes. With a variety of options available, selecting the ideal pool fencing solution can be a challenging, as it requires finding balance between safety and appearance.
Glass fencing has become a popular choice of pool fencing for homeowners due to its combination of both safety and aesthetic appeal. In this blog, we will explore the details of glass pool fences, the benefits of glass pool fencing and offer valuable tips on how to properly clean and maintain your glass pool fence to ensure its longevity, beauty, and continued functionality over time.
What is a glass pool fence?
Glass pool fences are a series of glass panes, joined by posts or clamps, that surround a pool and act as a fence. There are three main types of glass pool fences, this includes frameless glass pool fencing, semi-frameless glass pool fencing, and framed glass pool fencing.
What are the benefits of glass pool fencing?
Glass pool fencing is a popular choice for pool owners who want the safety and aesthetic benefits of a fence without compromising on the beauty of their pool area. There are a number of benefits of glass pool fencing including:
1. Aesthetics
Glass pool fencing can complement the overall design of your outdoor area by offering a sleek and modern design. It can also provide an unobstructed view of your pool, which allows your backyard to feel more spacious and offers an attractive view point of your outdoor living area.
2. Safety
Glass pool fencing offers a protective barrier that can assist in preventing any accidental drowning by securing children and animals outside of the pool area.
3. Durability
Glass pool fencing is also designed using tempered glass that is strong, durable and resistant to damage. The tempered glass in glass pool fencing is highly resistant and should last for many years to come. In the event of accidental impact, the tempered glass breaks down into small rounded pieces reducing the risk of injury.
4. Adds value to your home
The installation of glass pool fencing can not only offer extra aesthetic appeal and safety to your outdoor area, but it can also increase your homes value.
5. Low maintenance
One of the biggest benefits of glass pool fencing is that it requires very low maintenance. Unlike other traditional pool fencing materials such as timber or metal that require regular painting or staining. However, like all items subject to frequent exposure to water, glass pool fences will require regular cleaning for them to look their best.
Fortunately, it’s not that difficult to keep your glass pool fencing looking great! If you follow these 8 tips on how to clean your glass pool fencing, you can be sure yours will always look as pristine and impressive as the day it was installed!
Tips on cleaning and maintaining your glass pool fencing
Tip 1: Invest in quality cleaning supplies
There is no point in trying to clean your glass fencing with the same household supplies you use on other surfaces. Glass is a notoriously difficult material to clean effectively, and if you try to do so with sub-par products, all you’ll achieve is a sub-standard job and frustration!
Instead, invest in some quality glass cleaner or specialty glass cleaning products. These will clean your glass fence effectively without leaving streaks or other marks behind.
Tip 2: Consider using a power washer
If you prefer to avoid spraying chemicals onto your glass fencing, it’s also possible to wash the entire surface of your fence with a power washer. This is an effective way to remove surface dirt and grime.
With that said, it’s important to note that power washing won’t get inside crevices or cracks in order to thoroughly clean them. If you want the whole job done properly, then you should still use a good quality cleaning product on your glass fence. Reserve the power washer for when you simply want to give the surface a quick clean.
Tip 3: Use Brasso to restore shine
If you’ve left your glass pool fencing exposed to dirt and grime for long enough, it may eventually lose its luster. But if your glass is beginning to look dull, rather than sparkling clean, there is a solution!
Good old Brasso is a surprisingly simple and effective way of restoring shine to glass. Simply rub the paste onto your fence and then wipe it off using a clean cloth. You’ll be amazed at how quickly the surface returns to its former pristine condition!
Tip 4: Avoid abrasive materials
When you’re cleaning your glass pool fencing, it is important that you use the right materials for the job. Avoid using abrasive sponges or scrubbing pads that can scratch and damage your glass surface. Instead, stick to soft cloths, microfiber cloths, and sponges. These won’t damage your glass but will still scrub it effectively.
Tip 5: Don’t let foliage clutter your glass fence
In order to keep it looking clean, your glass pool fence needs to be kept free from leaves, pollen and other natural debris.
If you have trees or shrubs surrounding your pool area, try to avoid letting their branches come into contact with the surface of the fence. Otherwise, you’ll end up with a lot more work to do when it comes to cleaning! Ideally, keep any foliage that grows close to your fence trimmed back.
As an extra incentive, debris that falls on your fence is likely also falling into your pool. If you keep foliage away from both you can halve the time it takes to clean your fence and your pool!
Tip 6: Regularly inspect your fence for damage
Although glass fencing is specifically designed and built to withstand impacts, it’s still vital that you regularly check your fence for any signs of damage or wear. If there are any points where the surface of the glass is marred or cracked, you should repair it promptly in order to avoid potential accidents.
Tip 7: Clean your glass pool fence regularly
In order to keep your glass pool fencing looking sparkling clean, it is important that you make a point of regularly cleaning the surface.
Ideally, do this at least once every few weeks. If you have especially dusty or dirty conditions nearby, then try to do so more often than this. Keeping your fence clean will help to prevent any dirt or grime from building up and causing long-term damage, so it’s well worth your time and effort!
Tip 8: Utilise pool maintenance chemicals
Some of the most effective cleaning products that you can use on your glass pool fencing are actually ones designed for cleaning the pool itself.
Examples of these include:
- acid cleaners
- alkaline cleaners
- abrasive cleaners
- protective coatings
- chemical sealants
If you’re not sure which of these products is best for your fence, get in touch with a reputable fence manufacturer.
Speak to a professional
At Avoca Beach Fencing, we are experts in all matters relating to glass pool fencing. Whether you need help installing a new fence or want to learn how to clean and maintain your existing one, we can provide you with everything you need. Contact us today for more information!
