Finally finished installing a safety fence around our backyard pool yesterday, and honestly, I didn't expect to feel this relieved. Took longer than planned (typical DIY project, lol), but seeing it all done and knowing the kids can run around safely now is such a load off my mind. Curious if anyone else tackled a similar project themselves or went with a pro install? Would love to hear how it turned out for you guys.
We went the DIY route too, and I remember that feeling of relief vividly once it was finally done. Took us a good two weekends because we ran into unexpected rocky soil—had to rent an auger just to get the posts in properly. Definitely one of those "this should be quick" projects that turned into a mini-adventure, haha.
One thing we did differently was choosing bamboo fencing panels instead of traditional metal or vinyl. We wanted something eco-friendly and visually appealing, plus bamboo is surprisingly durable if you treat it right. It's been holding up great for three years now, and honestly, I love how it blends into our garden landscape.
Glad yours turned out well! DIY can be challenging but so rewarding when you step back and see the finished result...and knowing your kids are safe makes all the effort worth it.
We ran into similar soil issues when installing our fence—ended up mixing concrete by hand, which was a workout I didn't sign up for, haha. Curious though, how often do you find yourself needing to re-treat the bamboo to keep it weather-resistant?
Hand-mixing concrete is definitely no joke, kudos for powering through that. Regarding bamboo, from my experience, treating it every 2-3 years usually does the trick, though climate plays a big role—humid areas might need more frequent attention.
Hand-mixing concrete definitely earns you some serious DIY street cred, haha. I remember tackling a small patio project once—thought it'd be a breeze, but halfway through I was questioning all my life choices. Bamboo's a cool choice though, gives off that chill, tropical vibe. I've found it pretty forgiving overall, but yeah, humidity can be tricky. My buddy down in Florida swears he has to treat his bamboo fence almost every year or it starts looking rough. Up here in the Midwest, though, mine seems happy with just occasional attention every few years.
Anyway, congrats on getting the pool secured—bet that's a huge relief. Now comes the fun part: lounging around and enjoying all that hard work... you've earned it.
