- What is the advantage of riveted pickets?
- The rivet is a mechanical fastener, so each picket is locked to the rails instead of relying on friction. Panels stay tight and quiet through heat cycles and wind instead of developing rattle over the years.
- Arched or scalloped — which should I pick?
- Arched rises toward the middle of each section; scalloped dips. Both live in our riveted traditional family with the same build quality, so it is honestly a curb-appeal call.
- How long until my panels ship?
- This style is made to order, with a typical 4 to 6 week lead time before shipping. Order everything for the run at once so it arrives together.
- Can I install it myself?
- Yes — it rates easy. Set posts plumb in concrete at consistent spacing so the arches line up, then panels go in fast. Our crews install across the Wilmington, NC area if you would rather watch.
- Does it ever need paint?
- No. The color runs through the UV-stabilized vinyl, so there is no coating to peel or redo — just wash it when it needs it.