The Basics to Build a Long-Lasting Fence Are you a first-time fence builder wondering how to get started on constructing a long-lasting fence? Then stick around because this article is for you. Building a long-lasting fence takes consideration and thought before you ever begin assembly. Let’s break it down. Determine the fence’s purpose First, you must decide what you will be fencing in or what you will be keeping out. Are you building a fence to contain your cows? Or are you...

Hinge-joint wire fence, commonly known as “Field Fence,” has been a part of the fencing landscape for many years. As one of the first woven wire options on the market after the introduction of barbed wire, “field fence” continues to be a mainstay phrase in conversations about building new fences and protecting your pastures, managing your pastures, and guarding your property. There are features to choose from with your field fence options when you make your final...

When it comes to building a long-lasting woven-wire fence, there are three main types to consider: fixed knot, s-knot, and hinge joint. Each type has its own strengths and unique uses that it is best for certain situations. Here is a run-down on the difference between these three types of fence. Fixed knot wire is the strongest and long-lasting agricultural wire available for fencing. Because of its solid, one-piece vertical wire, this type of woven wire has superior strength. These...

Have you ever gone shopping for fencing wire and seen a bunch of numbers on the label but are not 100% sure what they all mean? If so, this blog is for you. Fence wire uses a specific pattern of numbers to explain the specs of the fence. Just glancing at it, they start to look very similar and become a bit overwhelming. Understanding what the pattern of numbers means can help you decide which type of wiring will best fit your project. All Pasture Management woven wire products use...

There are two main types of fence wire: woven wire fence and non-woven wire fence. A woven wire fence (casually referred to as net wire) is a fence that has horizontal and vertical wires connected by a wire knot. Non-woven wire fences only have horizontal wires. Woven Wire Knots Fixed Knot Pasture Management’s strongest agricultural wire. The solid, one-piece vertical wire is locked to the horizontal wires by the Fixed Knot, which keeps the stay...

The type of coating applied to the wire is the difference between wire that starts to rust after the winter months and wire that will not show rust for 20 years or more. Even the strongest wire cannot withstand natural elements that cause steel to corrode and rust. To protect the steel, a zinc coating is applied during the wire galvanization process. In the United States, there are 3 primary levels of zinc coating. Class 3 galvanized wire is the industry standard for durability because it...

You need a wire that will stay tight long after the fence is built. If the wire stretches easily, the fence will start to sag. You will have to spend additional time and money re-stretching the fence to keep it tight so your animals won’t break through. Stop wasting your resources, and use a stronger wire that will stay tight year after year. Wire strength is based on the amount of carbon in the steel. The higher the carbon content, the stronger the wire. The stronger the wire, the...