What should you consider before buying bollards for your property? We have some ideas that may help!
There is a chance that you have seen all kinds of bollards around. While various types of styles are available, bollards are nonetheless always recognizable. You might wonder which bollards are ideal for you, including removable, permanent, collapsible, and more. If you are searching for bollards, Hercules Custom Iron can help you. This blog post informs readers what to consider before buying bollards, including where you will use them and for how long.
How Will You Use the Bollards?
You must understand what the application will be when you are going through the process of buying a bollard. Will you control traffic in a busy area? What about preventing vandalism and vulnerabilities for your business? Or perhaps you want to cover a bollard in reflective strips to help keep others safe at night. Make sure to look into these questions before looking into specific products to help narrow your options significantly.
How Long Will You Use It?
Sometimes, people need bollards temporarily, whereas other cases require permanent installation. Consider a collapsible or removable bollard that simplifies uninstallation or installation if your usage is temporary. However, it may be ideal to explore permanent bollards if you are sure that you need your bollard for the foreseeable future.
Where Will You Use Bollards?
If you have already answered the above questions, you have hopefully thought about this some. A high-traffic road that calls for a permanent installation will require something different from a temporary construction zone. Remember the actual location that your bollard will eventually occupy because it will display what you must expect and look for when attempting to shop for the best fit for your needs. Examples of a few public areas that would benefit from bollards are:
- College campuses and schools
- Restaurants
- Retail stores
- Parking areas
- Bike lanes
- Parks
Other Considerations?
Although there are many questions, you must always consider the final application. You may need an unobtrusive bollard that does not impede foot traffic, or you might need something substantial and thick to keep vehicles away. Bright reflective coatings may be necessary, or you may want something more low-key. Think about how your bollard will interact with the bigger picture of whatever installation case you might have for your bollards.
HAVE QUESTIONS? ASK HERCULES CUSTOM IRON
If you are ready to install your chain link fence and add railings or you still have some more questions, we here at Hercules Custom Iron are here to help. We have many years of experience and will ensure that your chain link fence will serve you and your family for years. Visit us online or call us at 1-800-331-2590. For advice, updates, and to see what we are up to, be sure to follow us on social media on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Pinterest.