Fence style
Colorbond-style steel*
Total privacy. Zero weekend maintenance.
Pre-painted steel sheet panels between steel posts. The most common boundary fence in Melbourne suburbs: solid, private and available in a wide range of factory colours.
Honest advice
Is a Colorbond-style steel fence right for you?*
After 20+ years of building them, here’s when we’d recommend a Colorbond-style steel fence, and when we’d point you to something else.
It’s a great fit if…
You want full privacy
Solid sheet panels leave no gaps, so neighbours and passers-by can’t see in, even up close.
You never want to paint or oil a fence
The colour is baked on at the factory. A hose-down once or twice a year is all it needs.
Termites or rot have hit past fences
Steel posts and panels can’t rot, warp or be eaten, which suits damp or termite-prone yards.
You want a tidy, uniform look
Panels are identical and colour-matched on both sides, and can match a Colorbond roof or garage door.
You might prefer something else if…
You love the warmth of timber
Steel looks clean but can feel plain or industrial on a long run. Timber softens with age.
Consider: Timber palingYou want a view or breeze through the fence
Solid panels block light and airflow, and catch wind, so they need well-built footings.
Consider: Vertical or horizontal slatThings are likely to bump into it
Cars, ladders and balls can dent the sheeting, and dents are hard to fix invisibly. Deep scratches need touching up to stop rust.
Request a quote or want to know more?
Tell us a little about your property and we’ll reply with honest advice on whether a Colorbond-style steel fence suits, plus a fixed price in writing. No obligation.
Colours and finishes
What colours can I choose?*
Colorbond-style panels come in the manufacturer’s factory colours, so the choice is limited to the supplier’s current range. We’ll provide the supplier’s colour catalogue when you place your order.
Popular shades in the range:
- Charcoal
- Black
- Mid grey
- Dark olive grey
- Warm grey
- Light grey
- Off-white
- Pale stone
- Cream
- Sandy brown
- Dark brown
- Sage green
- Forest green
- Panels have a smooth, factory-baked paint finish.
- Ask us for physical colour samples, as screens show colours differently.
Compare side by side*
- Relative cost
- $$ · Mid-range
- $ · Most affordable
- Typical lifespan
- 20–30+ yrs
- 15–20 yrs
- Maintenance
- Very low
- Medium: stain every 2–4 yrs
- Privacy
- Full
- Full when lapped
- Best for
- Private side and back boundaries
- Budget boundaries with a natural look
- Biggest upside
- No painting, no rot, no termites
- Most affordable per metre; easy repairs
- Biggest downside
- Can dent, and looks more industrial than timber
- Weathers, can split or rot; shorter life
- Relative cost
- $$ · Mid-range
- $$$ · Upper mid-range
- Typical lifespan
- 20–30+ yrs
- 15–25+ yrs
- Maintenance
- Very low
- Low (aluminium) / medium (merbau)
- Privacy
- Full
- Partial: small gaps
- Best for
- Private side and back boundaries
- Modern front fences and screens
- Biggest upside
- No painting, no rot, no termites
- Strong street appeal with light and airflow
- Biggest downside
- Can dent, and looks more industrial than timber
- Costs more per metre; not fully private
- Relative cost
- $$ · Mid-range
- $$ · Mid-range
- Typical lifespan
- 20–30+ yrs
- 15–20+ yrs
- Maintenance
- Very low
- Medium (timber) / low (aluminium)
- Privacy
- Full
- Low
- Best for
- Private side and back boundaries
- Period homes and front yards
- Biggest upside
- No painting, no rot, no termites
- Classic, welcoming look for heritage homes
- Biggest downside
- Can dent, and looks more industrial than timber
- Little privacy; timber needs repainting
- Relative cost
- $$ · Mid-range
- $$ · Mid-range
- Typical lifespan
- 20–30+ yrs
- 20+ yrs
- Maintenance
- Very low
- Low
- Privacy
- Full
- None: see-through
- Best for
- Private side and back boundaries
- Pool barriers on a budget, secure front fences
- Biggest upside
- No painting, no rot, no termites
- Affordable, compliant pool barrier
- Biggest downside
- Can dent, and looks more industrial than timber
- No privacy; chips can rust near the coast
This guide is general information to help you compare options. Lifespans and costs vary with materials, site conditions and care. We’ll give you honest, specific advice when we measure up, even if it means a cheaper option.
Vertical or horizontal slat
The street-front upgrade that makes people stop and look.
Learn more about Vertical or horizontal slat
Imagine pulling into your driveway tonight and loving what you see.
Book a free, no-pressure measure today. 20+ years of experience*, one simple form.
Or call Nick on 0403 594 745