Ornamental aluminum fencing gives a property the look of traditional wrought iron — vertical pickets, decorative finials, a powder-coated finish — without the rust risk, since aluminum doesn't corrode the way steel does even with direct exposure to irrigation overspray or coastal moisture. It's become the standard choice across the Los Angeles metro for pool enclosures, front-yard accent fencing, and any application where a homeowner wants a more open, decorative look than a solid privacy fence provides.
We install ornamental aluminum in several picket styles and spacings, including narrower spacing specifically built to meet California's pool barrier code, which requires openings small enough that a 4-inch sphere cannot pass through the fence. This detail matters more than it sounds: a decorative aluminum fence that looks similar to a pool-code fence at a glance can still fail inspection if picket spacing or gate hardware doesn't meet the exact code requirement, which is a common issue we find on aluminum fencing installed by unlicensed crews.
Aluminum panels are pre-fabricated in sections and set between posts using either a bolt-through or bracket mounting system, which allows the fence to follow moderate grade changes without the panel-racking issues wood and vinyl privacy panels can have on a slope. Posts are set in concrete footings sized for the fence height and, for pool applications, positioned to meet the code-required distance from the water's edge. Powder-coated black remains the most requested color, though bronze and other finishes are available. Because aluminum doesn't rust, ornamental aluminum fencing typically carries a longer practical lifespan with less maintenance than wrought iron, making it the more common choice today for new installations where the decorative wrought-iron look is wanted but ongoing rust maintenance is not. Most residential ornamental aluminum installations, including pool enclosures, are completed within two to three days depending on total linear footage and gate count.
Benefits
- Rust-proof — won't corrode like wrought iron or steel
- Pool-code picket spacing available
- Multiple styles and finishes: black, bronze, and more
- Follows moderate grade changes without racking
- Lower long-term maintenance than wrought iron
Ornamental Aluminum Fencing Questions
Ornamental aluminum is primarily a decorative and containment fence rather than a high-security barrier — for security-focused applications we typically recommend wrought iron or a heavier-gauge welded steel fence instead. We can review your specific security needs during the assessment.
Yes, when installed with the correct picket spacing and code-compliant self-closing, self-latching gate hardware, ornamental aluminum meets California's pool barrier requirements. We build every pool enclosure to code regardless of whether it's specifically requested.
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