Can you use fibre cement sheeting for a fence?

[MirandaC]

Hi, I’m wondering if it is possible to use fibre cement sheeting for a fence at all? I was going to put in a timber plank fence but feel this might be a quicker way to go. Any key considerations for using fibre cement sheets instead?

Thanks

[roygeorge]

My fence panel has come down. Can you tell me how this fiber cement can be removed installed. It. Looks like two blue boards sandwiched between  thermocouple in the center. 

 

 

 

[EricL]

Hello @roygeorge 

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us.

Your wall appears to be styrofoam sandwiched between two panels that look like cement sheeting. Looking at its current state, I suspect that the panels are glued onto the white substrate of the fence. Which means that it can't be taken off without damaging the panel. If you you've read the discussion from the very beginning, I suggest creating a timber frame of the same thickness with the thickness of the cement sheets included in the equation.

Once you have the necessary measurements you can then assemble a timber-based frame with the cement sheets installed. You can then install the newly created panel into the existing space and repair your fence.

Let me call on our experienced members @Dave-1 and @Nailbag for their recommendations.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

[Dave-1]

Good Evening @roygeorge 

The question that first comes to mind is "Is that white between the layers of sheeting styrofoam?"

The second qestion which is probarly a lot more important is "Is that for a fence for around your pool?" I have not seen that type of fence around a pool, it may be allowed but really worth looking into. The reason I am suggesting it is I dont see that fence as a strong deterant for access if its center is styrofoam.

If you find out that its ok and want to replace it with another as I dont see an easy way to remove the sheet from the styrofoam I would suggest to make up a new panel that fits the fences gap. It appears that the foam sits within a C channel and the board is glued to it. It does not appear to have been screwed to the post? Is there something missing from the pictures?

If i was repairing something similar.

Get a piece of styrofoam cut to the correct size,

Source some C channel similar to what is existing as the stuff you have has been bent and is structually unsound,

Screw, pop-rivet the Chanel you have made up to the posts either side. I would suggest you have the corners cut with a V so you can bend the metal at right angles.

Slide the styrofoam into the C chanel, glue with liquid nails as you slide it down. 

Fold the top C channel down so now you styrofoam is completely encased in C Channel.

Trim your 4mm or 6mm blueboard (whatever yours is) so its square and the size of the outer edge of your C channel square. Liquid nail extensivly the metal edge and also the styrofoam and then glue the blueboard to it.

I would suggest to block up the base to support the board as it dries and also prop with some firm angles of timber against the board.

But first check to see if it fits your local councils regulations regaurding pool fencing.

Dave

[roygeorge]

Thanks Dave. It's actually from my research a modular walls used as a fence between two properties. It is Styrofoam I guess. Found this on bunnings ..https://www.bunnings.com.au/slenderline-2400mm-x-1800mm-modular-fencing-bay-kit_p0066153?region_id=1.... This is from slenderline and they have a video on how to install and  get a rendered wall look between fence ..for half the price of a brick wall. Further research on modular walls indicate some are pool compliant. I have asked trade to see if they could help..most seem clueless unfortunately