What are the different types of chainlink fence ?
Plain galvanized chainlink and vinyl coated chainlink (black, brown and green) are available in residential and commercial grades. Generally residential grade galvanized chainlink is 11 1/2 gauge wire thickness while commercial is 9 gauge thickness (The smaller the number, the thicker the wire). The posts and toprail in commercial are of a larger post diameter and thickness than residential and the post spacing are on 8′ centers vs. 10′ on residential installations. Vinyl coated chainlink is 9 gauge wire thickness but is no stronger than 11 1/2 galvanized wire. The standard heights available are 4′, 5′, 6′, 7′ and 8′.
