When Speelman Electric was contracted to install a new cell tower in North Olmsted, Ohio, a commercial shadowbox fence was the ideal choice to provide screening from public view.
Cell towers are essential to our telecommunications infrastructure, but let’s be honest—no one finds them attractive. Given the choice, most people wouldn’t want one in their neighborhood.
Because of this, cell towers are typically placed in remote areas, away from public view. In these cases, commercial chain link fencing is the go-to option for securing the site.
However, when a tower is located in a residential setting, a wood privacy fence offers a more visually appealing solution.
Advantages of Commercial Shadowbox Fence
Commercial Wood Shadowbox Fence 2" Space
Wood privacy fences offer many advantages, the most obvious being their ability to blend seamlessly with natural surroundings and landscapes.
Another key benefit is cost. Lumber is generally more affordable than other fencing materials like aluminum or vinyl privacy fences.
Additionally, wood fences can be custom-built to meet nearly any design or specification a customer desires—just like our commercial shadowbox fence.
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Because our wood fences are built on-site, we were able to adjust the picket spacing on this North Olmsted project to a 2-inch gap—about half the space of a traditional shadowbox fence.
This modification provided extra screening while still allowing air and wind to circulate through the openings between each picket.
Benefits of Commercial Shadowbox Fence
Explore the key advantages that make commercial grade wood fence the top choice for businesses needing both privacy and security.
Custom Designs
Our wood fences are built onsite. This means we can adjust the design, spacing or dimensions to accommodate specific needs.
Natural Aesthetics
Wood fence blends well in most settings. Less obtrusive than other fencing materials.
Cost
Wood still remains one of the most affordable fencing options while also providing strength and durability.
Custom Steel Framed Gates
Steel Framed Double Drive Wood Gates
Steel-framed gates are another unique feature that sets R&T Fence apart from the competition. All of our wood gates—both residential and commercial—are built with welded, galvanized steel frames.
These steel frames provide greater strength compared to traditional wood-framed gates and help prevent warping or sagging over time.
For this particular commercial shadowbox fence, we also installed optional steel gate posts. The combination of steel posts and a steel-framed gate creates a more stable structure for mounting a large double-drive gate.
Additionally, steel posts allow for a wider range of hardware options, better suited to support the extra weight of wider gate leaves.
Conclusion
Commercial Wood Shadowbox Fence and Gates
A commercial shadowbox fence is an excellent choice for projects that require both durability and aesthetics. As seen in our North Olmsted project, this style of fencing provides effective screening while still allowing air circulation, making it a practical solution for locations where visibility needs to be reduced without completely blocking airflow.
By incorporating custom-built wood fencing, steel-framed gates, and optional steel posts, R&T Fence ensures long-lasting performance and a professional appearance. Whether securing a cell tower, enclosing a commercial property, or enhancing a business’s curb appeal, our expertise and craftsmanship set us apart.
If you're considering a commercial shadowbox fence for your project, contact R&T Fence today to discuss your options!