What to put on fence to stop climbing?

Wall and fence spikes, in either plastic or metal, also serve as both a visible climbing deterrent and prevention method. Combining anti-climb wall paint with either rotating or spiked wall toppings along with appropriate signage will provide more than adequate protection in most circumstances.

How do I stop people from climbing my garden wall?

High side and rear boundaries with trellis and spiky defensive planting; keep hedges, walls and fences around your back garden high (over 1.8 metres). Add lightweight trellis to gates and fences and plant some prickly plants to make it harder for burglars to climb over.

Is it legal to put plastic spikes on your fence?

People considering various perimeter security solutions to bolster security around their homes and work premises often ask: Are anti climb spikes legal? The answer to this question is: yes they are – but you need to use them in accordance with the law.

Can you put anti climb spikes on my fence?

But the same law also says that duty has been discharged if you’ve warned people that the hazard exists, and that they can see it. Therefore, anti climb spikes on top of the wall are allowed, so long as you’ve added a notice saying something like: ‘Caution: danger of injury from fence spikes’.

Can I put anti climb paint on my fence?

The paint usually has a slippery finish in order to make it hard to climb a surface. It’s usually a dark paint so it’s likely you won’t want it all over your building. However it can be very useful on surfaces such as drain pipes, wall tops and fences.

Can I put anti climb spikes on my fence?

Is anti climb paint legal?

Yes, it is perfectly legal to use anti-climbing paint although there are a couple of factors which should be considered when applying the paint – You should make sure the anti-climbing paint starts at a reasonably high level so passers-by do not damage their clothing inadvertently.

Are you allowed to put spikes on your fence?

How long does anti climb paint last?

around three years
The paint’s outer surface may appear to be dry, but attempting to climb over it will reveal the soft paint underneath. It has an effective lifetime of around three years, after which a fresh coat is usually recommended.

Does anti climb paint wash off?

Anti climbing paint is based on a petroleum gel. It will potentially stain skin and clothing raising concerns regarding how best to remove it. Proprietary stain removers can help, but generally a solvent such as white spirit or turpentine, followed by a thorough wash, will remove paint stains from clothing.