Browse Forums General Discussion 1 Apr 24, 2011 11:42 am g'day all, doing some research, we will shortly be buying our first house. it most likely will have an in ground pool. currently I have a much loved pet galah which is unable to fly, but will be able to walk straight through the pool fence bars & will odviously drown if it ends up in the drink, which is likely as it goes into a flap when crows or magpies fly about. whats the best way to block off the fence without it looking terrible? the best way I could think of was to get panels of perspex & put one sheet per fence section, about half the height of the fence. other that that shadecloth or brush fencing but that would'nt look to good & would restrict viewing the kids. thought about some sort of pool cover, but that would encourage him to walk around on it & one day would get a shock upon discovering the covers not on, & be a too expensive option anyway. perhaps somebody has a better idea or knows where in sydney I could get perspex at a reasonable price. the budget is not to healthy @ the moment thanks, cheers, bob. Re: pool fence, problem with bird access 2Apr 24, 2011 3:23 pm I'm not going to be much help to you but wanted to say to becareful of what you choose as you don't want to provide foot holds for children to be able to climb over the fence. Re: pool fence, problem with bird access 3Apr 27, 2011 9:04 am How high can the bird jump or flap off the ground? You could put chicken/aviary wire up along the bottom side of the pool fencing to stop it getting in. As mentioned though you don't want it to be like a foot hold or make it easier to climb the fencing Re: pool fence, problem with bird access 4Apr 27, 2011 1:03 pm My first thought was the perspex option you mentioned. It also crossed my mind that perhaps you could use some of that screening stuff you can buy in rolls from the hardware store (Bamboo screening, brush screening etc), but that then depends on the aesthetic you're after in your yard and how expensive the product is. Homestead Homes SA: The Lamont Bayswood Estate; Aldinga Beach Preliminary Signing: April 2010 Floorplans: 13 June 2010 Building Contract: 19 June 2010 Selections: 28 Sept 2010 Scraped; Trenching: 21 Jan 2011 Slab Poured: 28 Jan 2011 Framing: 17 Feb 2011 | Completed 24 Feb 2011 Roof & Gutters: 02 Mar 2011 Bricks: 03 Mar 2011 Wire-up: 12 Mar 2011 Re: pool fence, problem with bird access 5Apr 27, 2011 2:36 pm Pool regulations in your state will effect what your are wanting to do, I would check them out before attaching anything to your fence, most of the regulations have been made tougher in the last 12months. Most state that a mimimun of a 1200 heigh fence with clearance on either side of the fence. Cheers Lou http://take2-customdesigndownslope.blogspot.com 07-10-09 omg they have cut the block 14-05-10 we finally have the keys Re: pool fence, problem with bird access 6Jul 23, 2011 2:46 am I would not recommend pool cover because it will not going to last long. Hence it's just a waste of money, I would greatly suggest to use directly a pool fence, install it on your pool. In that way, you can prevent kids from going on the pool tip or the animals to go near. You will have your own control when to unlock the pool gate. Pool safety is very important especially here in Queensland. Re: pool fence, problem with bird access 7Jul 23, 2011 2:50 am also it was commanded that all swimming pools must have a continuous safety barrier that is maintained by the pool owner and which restricts access by young children to the pool and the immediate pool surrounds. There are specific requirements in the Standards regarding fences, gates and any doors or windows which provide direct access to a pool. For reference, this is the Austlii reference. My take on this is, that they would be breaking the law denying access to a homeowner in Victoria, or their agent from having… 1 9070 The only thing to add to these comments is that where possible it's always good to try and work with people than just say "no" because you can. Having someone… 4 17107 |