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29/04/2008, 16:20 dreamer Joined on 27/06/2007 Shropshire and Gers 32 Posts 16 Using protect-a-pool fencing Hi Everyone We are looking to install a fence around our pool and have found a reasonably priced version at Gedimat called Protect-a Pool which is a lightweight type of fence.  Has anyone used this product and how effective, easy to install is it?  We were wondering if you are able to install it into the ground with the use of dirt spikes or whether you have to concrete the posts in.  Any help would be much appreciated. Perhaps there is another product which is an alternative - we are on a very strict budget!  Thanks.    Report

29/04/2008, 17:07 chrish Joined on 04/04/2008 Posts 22 Re: Using protect-a-pool fencing Hi We have used Encloture mesh fence for a few years now it is a good product try http://www.encloture.com/eng_site/gallery_pools.html They do have grass fixings but they advise to use a concrete bed every 4 posts Hope this helps if you need prices etc please pm Regards chrish Piscine-plus.com    Report

02/05/2008, 8:57 dreamer Joined on 27/06/2007 Shropshire and Gers 32 Posts 16 Re: Using protect-a-pool fencing Hi Chris Many thanks for the info.  We have just been given a quote for the encloture system.  Does it look ok?  It looks fine on all their pics but we have not been able to see a real 'live' version.  It also seems very easy to self assemble.  Thanks again for the help.    Report

02/05/2008, 15:30 chrish Joined on 04/04/2008 Posts 22 Re: Using protect-a-pool fencing     Yes it does look good and easy to install although you do need a jig to get the holes correct I have sent a pm chris Piscine-plus.com    Report

04/05/2008, 17:11 Jonzjob Joined on 23/08/2004 Nr Carcassonne, 11 Posts 2,525 Re: Using protect-a-pool fencing If this fencing doesn't comply with the French safety rules then don't forget to make sure that you have and alarm or something else that does conform. There is a load of info if you search 'pool security' One here for starters http://www.completefrance.com/cs/forums/997115/ShowPost.aspx John. The only difference between the men & the boys is the size & the shape & the price of their toys!!    Report

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