Fence style
Tubular steel*
Peace of mind around the pool, without losing the view.
Vertical steel tubes between top and bottom rails, powder-coated for protection. Most often used as pool fencing, and also for front fences where you want security with an open view.
Honest advice
Is a tubular steel fence right for you?*
After 20+ years of building them, here’s when we’d recommend a tubular steel fence, and when we’d point you to something else.
It’s a great fit if…
You need a pool fence that passes inspection
Built to the Australian Standard, tubular fencing is one of the most affordable compliant pool barriers.
You want security without blocking the view
Strong vertical bars are hard to climb, yet you can still see the garden, street or pool.
You want something tough and low-maintenance
Powder-coated steel shrugs off knocks and only needs a regular hose-down.
You might prefer something else if…
You want the pool to be the view
The vertical bars break up the outlook across the pool and garden, even though you can see through them.
You live near the coast
Salt air (and salt-chlorinated pools) attack any chip in the coating. Ask about aluminium tubular, which won’t 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 tubular steel fence suits, plus a fixed price in writing. No obligation.
Colours and finishes
What colours can I choose?*
Any colour you choose. The metal is powder coated, so we can match almost anything: your house trim, a Colorbond colour or a custom shade.
Textures available:
- Matt
- Satin
- Gloss
- Textured
- Woodgrain-look (aluminium)
- Black is the most popular choice for pool fencing, because it fades into the background.
Compare side by side*
- Relative cost
- $$ · Mid-range
- $$ · Mid-range
- Typical lifespan
- 20+ yrs
- 20–30+ yrs
- Maintenance
- Low
- Very low
- Privacy
- None: see-through
- Full
- Best for
- Pool barriers on a budget, secure front fences
- Private side and back boundaries
- Biggest upside
- Affordable, compliant pool barrier
- No painting, no rot, no termites
- Biggest downside
- No privacy; chips can rust near the coast
- Can dent, and looks more industrial than timber
- Relative cost
- $$ · Mid-range
- $ · Most affordable
- Typical lifespan
- 20+ yrs
- 15–20 yrs
- Maintenance
- Low
- Medium: stain every 2–4 yrs
- Privacy
- None: see-through
- Full when lapped
- Best for
- Pool barriers on a budget, secure front fences
- Budget boundaries with a natural look
- Biggest upside
- Affordable, compliant pool barrier
- Most affordable per metre; easy repairs
- Biggest downside
- No privacy; chips can rust near the coast
- Weathers, can split or rot; shorter life
- Relative cost
- $$ · Mid-range
- $$$ · Upper mid-range
- Typical lifespan
- 20+ yrs
- 15–25+ yrs
- Maintenance
- Low
- Low (aluminium) / medium (merbau)
- Privacy
- None: see-through
- Partial: small gaps
- Best for
- Pool barriers on a budget, secure front fences
- Modern front fences and screens
- Biggest upside
- Affordable, compliant pool barrier
- Strong street appeal with light and airflow
- Biggest downside
- No privacy; chips can rust near the coast
- Costs more per metre; not fully private
- Relative cost
- $$ · Mid-range
- $$ · Mid-range
- Typical lifespan
- 20+ yrs
- 15–20+ yrs
- Maintenance
- Low
- Medium (timber) / low (aluminium)
- Privacy
- None: see-through
- Low
- Best for
- Pool barriers on a budget, secure front fences
- Period homes and front yards
- Biggest upside
- Affordable, compliant pool barrier
- Classic, welcoming look for heritage homes
- Biggest downside
- No privacy; chips can rust near the coast
- Little privacy; timber needs repainting
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.
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