Precast Concrete

Beauty, security, timeliness, and flexibility: all these represent benefits of choosing FenceStone precast concrete barrier walls. And nowhere are these benefits more evident than around the Public Works facility in Liberty, Texas. When the City of Liberty recently sought to enhance the exterior of its Public Works building with a secure, visually-appealing barrier, Artisan was on hand with the solution.

The Liberty Public Works job was unique in that it called for 27 block-outs around existing trees in the building’s landscaping. FenceStone was a great choice. This natural stone-look product is designed to be easily custom-fit around any existing natural or architectural elements. And Artisan Precast’s superior customer service kept their team in constant communication with the project’s General Contractor, smoothly coordinating all aspects of  precast concrete wall installation. Thus they were able to meet all the requirements of the job within the City of Liberty’s stringent time frame.

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We receive lots of inquiries from architects and engineers who want to understand why to use our products, what benefits does precast concrete have over traditional masonry, wood, etc. The simple answer is that our products provide the beautiful appearance of stone, wood and brick concrete walls but we use a special blend of concrete so the durability is outstanding. We then infuse color into the mix and that means no painting. Coupled with the fast installation, flexibility and price - well, that’s hard to beat.
We are doing some projects now where trees are on or next to the proposed fence line - no problem. The customer can choose to use our product to box around those trees or curve around them if they like. If that is not possible, we can engineer different foundations if necessary, change the post position or look at other solutions.
Our product also does very well with elevation changes which are more costly and harder to do with traditional masonry walls.

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When George Washington University in Washington, DC decided to surround its new soccer facilities with a precast concrete wall, the Artisan Precast team knew their superior, flexible BrickCrete? line was the perfect choice. But there was just one thing: the wall had to be put up in only three days’ time.

No problem for Artisan! BrickCrete, like all of Artisan Precast’s fencing products, is fast and easy to assemble with only a small crew. They were able to install the wall, providing university dorm residents and other neighbors with a visual and sound barrier between them and the soccer fields, well within the tight time schedule. Precast concrete fencing can be installed quickly and cost-effectively across any terrain. The George Washington University soccer facility provides a great example of what Artisan Precast can deliver.

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The durable, appealing FenceStone product, created and distributed by Artisan Precast, a precast concrete walls and fence provider, proved itself once again as the gold standard in precast concrete fencing on a recent project in Borrego Springs, California.  The utility company in this desert community needed to give local residents a nice-looking wall to screen out their view of the utility substation.  FenceStone was an excellent choice for the job, with its attractive texture designed to look just like natural, hand-laid ledge stone.

FenceStone’s versatility also fulfilled the needs of the Borrego Springs Substation project.  The substation and surrounding residences lie in an area designated by FEMA as a flood zone, so the barrier had to be built with flood safety in mind.  Once again Artisan Precast was up to the task-they installed the FenceStone wall with a 2′ opening at the bottom to allow adequate floodplain drainage.  Now Borrego Springs locals have a great view, along with the security of knowing their screening wall meets FEMA Flood Code.

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Some Chico, California residents are experiencing a visual treat when they enjoy using the new bike path along the SR 99 corridor. The City of Chico opted to finish off the project by bordering the newly-constructed path with Artisan Precast’s beautiful FenceStone product. FenceStone, which mimics the warmth and texture of hand-laid stone, now adds elegance to this lovely tree-lined bike route.

The looks and flexibility of the precast concrete product were the two main features that led City of Chico authorities to choose FenceStone for the bike path. First, since the path runs adjacent to many homeowners’ back yards, they wanted to give residents a security barrier that was also visually appealing. Second, some residents wanted gates offering ready access to the bike route, but the City was unsure exactly where gates would be placed along the finished path. FenceStone fit the bill perfectly; not only are the panels attractive, they’re also easy to cut and tailor to the specific needs of any project.

Now that the bike path is complete, Chico bicyclists can traverse the route flanked by a beautiful stone-look wall, while homeowners appreciate the security of a six-foot barrier that adds a pretty, elegant touch to their back yards. Artisan Precast delivered a product that truly represents the best of both worlds.

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One of more popular products at Artisan Precast is our traditional WoodCrete® two, three and four Rail Picket Fence system.  This fence features durable construction and a maintenance-free design, and has even begun to emerge as a popular and versatile alternative for two, three, and four split rail wood fences.

A great benefit to the Artisan Precast WoodCrete® Rail fencing system is our fences have the authentic appearance of wood that is highlighted by an accentuated wood grain texture and pattern.  The posts are mitered top and provide the appearance of a custom-crafted fence.

Another reason customer’s love our Woodcrete® Rail is because it can be installed as pedestrian barriers, in particular along city parks and equestrian pathways attests to its beauty and maintenance-free attributes.  It is a popular and flexible product line for park perimeters, as well as along streets in master planned residential communities.

Overall, our WoodCrete® Rail offers a combination of artistry in design, functionality, durability and a low cost alternative to other fences. In this economy, when few things can save you money, why not go with a great appearance as well? Artisan Precast is the right choice.

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One of the best ways to be prepared when asking for an Artisan Precast fence quote is to gather together all of the information you have on hand.  This includes asking yourself questions such as “how many linear feet do need,” “how high do I want my wall to be,” or “which of the Artisan Precast designs do I like the best?”  By being upfront with your Artisan Precast Sales Representative, you save both time and money during the entire purchasing process.  The time you put into your request in the early stages can save you aggravation and hours wasted on having to change your quote or actual fence because some small detail was originally left out.

There are many ways in which you can find out how many linear feet you want your fence to be.  The easiest and cheapest way is to purchase any form of measurement from a local hardware store.  This way you can feel confident about the numbers you are providing.  Once you know the amount of linear feet needed, the next step is counting off the number of openings required for your enclosure (i.e. doors or gates).  By predetermining how many openings you want, and how wide these openings are suppose to be, you will avoid problems later with cars or pedestrian entry ways. 

The last thing you need to know before talking with an Artisan Precast Sales Representative is the height of your fence and what type of design you are most interested in.  It is always helpful if customers have already looked into their community regulations, as certain communities only allow fences and walls to be put up so high.  Once you have determined the height, take a look at our website and browse one of our seven designs (Fencestone, ChiselCrete, WoodCrete, BrickCrete, WoodCrete Rail, SmoothCrete or CedarCrete).  After you have taken a look and made a final decision, you will be ready to go!  We at Artisan Precast look forward to speaking with you.  Feel free to call or visit our website with any additional questions you may have.

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One of the biggest questions in today’s construction business is deciding what’s the better option; a concrete fence or a traditional block wall?  Both systems have many advantages however a precast concrete fence is superior choice!
One of the many reasons to choose a precast concrete fence is how the panels are leveled.  When you are working with a traditional block wall, all blocks need to be individually squared, leveled and true, or else your entire wall can be ruined.  Whereas with precast concrete fencing this type of leveling is only needed on the panels, and you level far few panels then you would individual blocks.
Another advantage is the aesthetics to consider when choosing between which type of fencing and walls to use.  With precast concrete fences, there are a multitude of different textures, designs and colors to choose from.  However, with a block wall you only have the choice of a square gray block, which in order to color or add texture you must do so after it is erected.  The beauty of Artisan Precast is our system uses a unique coloring technique available on all our concrete walls and fences. Formula is added into production process and any color desired can be created by using a simple computer system. Our system requires no additional staining to the products and has a fade rate of less than one percent over ten years.  We also offer numerous texture options resembling stone, brick or wood, and the fencing looks great without requiring any finish work.
As you can see, a traditional block wall can not compare.  For more information, please feel free to visit our website or contact us at 1.800.511.2747.

Many homeowners and businesses require high levels of security for their homes and business facilities.  Artisan Precast now offers the best solution: the installation of a precast concrete fencing enclosure.  Our walls and fences are available in numerous designs and colors, along with our system having the ability to attach access gates, making our walls virtually impenetrable.  Any non welcome guest would need heavy machinery to break through our steel-reinforced concrete panels.
Artisan Precast also offers our panels in varying heights, as they can be stacked to achieve taller dimensions. Unlike the more commonly used chain link fence, a pair of bolt cutters would not be able to breach such an enclosure. By opting with a precast concrete wall from Artisan Precast, our system allows you to attach any number of gates, from walk through to vehicle. Our system can even attach to an adjoining guardhouses or sentry shack. Whatever configuration your project requires, precast concrete fencing products are the premium choice.
Lastly, we now offer a stylish alternative to a boring concrete wall. With our help, anyone can achieve the security they require, as well as an eye-pleasing structure, by using precast concrete fencing.
For more information, please visit our website at www.artisanprecast.com. Or call us today at 1.800.511.2747 for a free quote.

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WoodCrete® was the first precast concrete fence of its kind to be introduced to the market more than 25 years ago. It quickly earned a place on the landscape by providing the visual impact of crafted wood and the longevity of concrete.

WoodCrete® features the familiar whirls and patterns characteristic of deep wood grain texture, augmented by slight “distressed” features inherent in concrete. A preferred brand for a broad range of applications, WoodCrete® is popular for residential, commercial and industrial developments.

In addition to new construction, WoodCrete® is well suited for replacing weatherworn wood fencing. It is easy to install, requires virtually no maintenance, does not deteriorate and is a terrific alternative to wood.  Our precast concrete products are available in a variety of colors to match the design of your project and are ideal for areas of high fire hazard and for those who wish to eliminate the annual and costly upkeep of traditional wood fencing.

It simply makes sense to use our precast concrete products for your next project or to replace your deteriorating wood fence.

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