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Frequently Asked Questions

The practical questions we get asked most about professionally installed Pool Perf®.

Pool Perf® - Frequently Asked Questions

Everything below is the same information our Trade Partners work from - pricing, materials, compliance and how Pool Perf® compares to kit-form fencing. Prices shown are supply only and exclude installation; your local Trade Partner will quote the installed figure for your site.

Pricing & Availability

1. How much is Pool Perf® fencing?

Pure Perf® panels in our most popular finish, Textured Black, start from $380 per lineal metre + GST, excluding installation.

  • Other standard colours: add $20 per lineal metre + GST
  • Standard design or custom design Pool Perf®: from $462 per lineal metre + GST
  • Pure Perf® gates: $800 + GST in Textured Black (no accessories)
  • Designer gates: $885.60 + GST

Full pricing and panel options are available on our Pool Perf® Shop.

2. What is the cost per metre for Pool Perf®?

Pool Perf® is priced per lineal metre based on the style, colour, and design you choose, as well as the number of posts and gates required for your layout.

  • Pure Perf® in Textured Black starts from $380 per lineal metre + GST (excluding installation)
  • Other standard colours: add $20 per lineal metre + GST
  • Standard or custom decorative designs start from $462 per lineal metre + GST

Exact cost per metre varies depending on panel lengths, post spacing, and gate inclusions. For an accurate figure, use our Pool Perf® Quote Request.

3. Is Pool Perf® cheaper than glass pool fencing?

When comparing total project costs, Pool Perf® is often comparable to - and sometimes cheaper than - frameless glass, especially once long-term maintenance is factored in. Your Trade Partner can quote both if you want the comparison on your own site.

  • Upfront costs: Similar to quality frameless glass, depending on design
  • Ongoing costs: No costly cleaning, corrosion removal, or glass replacement
  • Durability: Marine-grade aluminium construction lasts for decades

4. Does Pool Perf® have a cost calculator?

Yes - our Pool Perf® Cost Calculator is coming soon! It will let you enter your fence length, number of gates, and preferred design to get an instant estimate.

Until it’s live, you can use our Pool Perf® Quote Request to get an accurate price from our team, usually within 24 hours.

5. Where can I buy Pool Perf®?

Pool Perf® is only available through Decoview® and our authorised dealers.

  • Not sold at Bunnings, Stratco, Fence Guru, or other generic retailers
  • Order via our online shop or through authorised distributors
  • Buying from an official source ensures genuine products, compliance documentation, and warranty coverage

Product Features

6. What is Pool Perf® made from?

  • Marine-grade aluminium sheet for corrosion resistance
  • 2.5 mm thickness for panels and gate infills
  • Pre-treated & powder coated to Australian Standards
  • Smooth, safe edges meeting pool safety requirements

7. What colours and finishes are available?

  • Most popular: Textured Black
  • Other standard colours: Range of Dulux® and Interpon® powder coats
  • Custom colours: Full Dulux® and Interpon® ranges
  • Special finishes: Metallic, textured, and matte options
  • All finishes are pre-treated and powder coated to Australian Standards for durability and colour retention.

8. Can Pool Perf® panels be custom made?

Yes - all panels can be made to measure to fit your layout, including:

  • Custom sizes to suit heights and lengths within pool safety standards
  • Decorative or personalised laser-cut designs
  • Matching gates and colour options

9. What designs are available for Pool Perf®?

  • Pure Perf®: Maximum visibility and airflow with a clean look
  • Standard decorative designs: Geometric, organic, and themed patterns
  • Custom designs: Fully personalised to your taste
  • All designs available for panels and gates

10. How much wind/airflow does Pool Perf® allow?

  • Pure Perf® panels: Excellent airflow while meeting safety standards
  • Decorative designs: Airflow depends on pattern density
  • Custom designs available for maximum breeze or privacy needs

Safety & Compliance

11. Does Pool Perf® meet Australian safety standards?

Yes - tested in a NATA-accredited laboratory to comply with AS 1926.1. Meets all strength, climb resistance, and spacing requirements.

12. Is Pool Perf® council compliant?

Yes - when installed correctly to AS 1926.1. We provide all compliance documentation, including Form 15, to assist with approvals.

13. Does Pool Perf® provide Form 15 compliance certificates?

Yes - every order includes a Form 15 Compliance Certificate accepted by certifiers and councils nationwide.

Installation & Use

14. Can I install Pool Perf® myself?

Yes - Pool Perf® is DIY-friendly with pre-fabricated panels and installation guides. Most customers on this site choose professional installation, and our accredited Trade Partners handle the measuring, compliance and gate hardware for you.

  • Professional install: your local accredited Trade Partner measures, supplies and fits
  • DIY: step-by-step instructions supplied
  • Reminder: must be installed to AS 1926.1 to pass council approval

15. Can Pool Perf® be retrofitted to replace old pool fencing?

Yes - suitable for replacing glass, tubular, or mesh fencing. Panels are made to measure, and in some cases existing posts can be reused.

16. How long does Pool Perf® last?

Built to last decades with:

  • Marine-grade aluminium
  • Australian Standard powder coating
  • 10-year powder coating warranty
  • Low maintenance requirements

17. Is Pool Perf® suitable for coastal, rural, or high-wind areas?

Yes - corrosion-resistant, strong, and perforated for wind flow, making it ideal for tough Australian environments.

Competitor Comparison

18. Are all perforated pool fences the same?

No. Kit form perforated fencing requires on-site assembly, which can:

  • Lead to incorrect assembly and non-compliance
  • Damage panels and coatings
  • Reduce strength and rigidity

Pool Perf® Advantage:

  • Professionally assembled in a controlled factory environment
  • Tabbed-and-slotted frame system - the frame members tab and slot into one another, preventing twist and guaranteeing the frame stays square. This construction is unique to Pool Perf®
  • The perforated infill is installed independently, after the frame is assembled, then riveted around the full perimeter with pre-treated, powder-coated rivets for added strength
  • Built to exact specifications for AS 1926.1 compliance
  • Delivered ready to install with compliance documentation

Pool Perf® vs Kit Form Perforated Fencing

Feature / FactorPool Perf®Kit Form Perforated Fencing
AssemblyProfessionally assembled in a controlled manufacturing environment by trained expertsRequires on-site assembly, often by DIY or untrained installers
ComplianceEvery panel built to exact specifications to meet AS 1926.1Risk of incorrect assembly leading to non-compliance
Frame ConstructionTabbed-and-slotted frame, unique to Pool Perf® - prevents twist and holds the frame square. Infill fitted after assembly and riveted around the full perimeter with pre-treated, powder-coated rivetsFrame relies on the extrusion holding the sheet, which can flex and twist
Quality ControlStrict factory checks ensure consistent strength, safety, and finishNo guaranteed quality control after leaving supplier
Finish ProtectionPowder coat applied and cured before assembly, minimising damage riskOn-site drilling/handling can chip or scratch coating, causing corrosion
Tools & Skills NeededNone - panels arrive ready to installRequires correct tools, hardware, and knowledge to assemble safely
Strength & DurabilityTabbed-and-slotted frame + full-perimeter riveting + professional assembly for maximum strengthLoose fit or poor assembly can weaken panels over time
Peace of MindDelivered ready to install with compliance documentationBuyer responsible for correct assembly and compliance checks

All prices shown are supply-only prices - your installer quotes the fitted job, in Australian dollars and exclude GST unless stated. Pricing current as at August 2026 and subject to change.

More questions

An installed quote from a Trade Partner typically covers the site measure, the panels and posts made to your measurements, gates and hardware, all fixings, installation, and removal of the old fence if that’s part of the job. Because every site differs, your partner will itemise it so you can see exactly what’s in and what’s not.

Usually a few weeks end to end. A site measure happens within days of your enquiry; manufacturing runs to the current production schedule once your order and colour are confirmed; installation is generally a day or two for a standard residential pool. Custom designs, custom colours and large or complex sites add time - your partner will give you a realistic date up front.

Pool barriers are regulated in every state, and the requirements around registration, certification and inspection differ. In some states a certificate of compliance is needed before you sell or lease, and inspections run on a set cycle. Confirm with your local council or state pool safety authority - your Trade Partner deals with this locally and can tell you what applies. See our compliance page for the detail.

That’s the point of using an accredited installer. The panels themselves are manufactured to AS1926.1 and NATA tested, and your Trade Partner installs to the required heights, clearances, gate hardware and non-climbable zone. The most common cause of a later failure is something added near the fence afterwards - a planter, a BBQ, a retaining wall - so keep the 1200mm arc clear.

Ten years against manufacturing defects, from the date of dispatch, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. There are exclusions worth knowing about - installations within 1km of the sea or within 1.5m of the pool splash zone, damage from impact or misuse, and the use of harsh chemicals or abrasives on the coating. Hinges and locks are covered by their own manufacturers’ warranties. Full terms are available on request.

Marine-grade 5052 aluminium is exactly what you want in a coastal environment, and a great many of our installs are on the coast. Note though that the standard warranty excludes installations within 1km of the sea - talk to your Trade Partner about the right specification for genuinely beachfront sites.

Hose it down. That’s essentially it. There’s no squeegeeing, no polishing and no repainting. A periodic wash keeps the powder coat in good order, particularly in coastal or dusty areas - the maintenance schedule that comes with the warranty spells it out.

Yes, and this is where it outperforms glass. Panels can be raked to follow the fall of the land rather than stepped in awkward increments. There are limits - the barrier height and the non-climbable arc still have to be satisfied at every point - which is why the site measure matters.

Almost certainly. There are the full Dulux and Interpon powder-coat colours available, plus 30-odd perforation patterns, plus the option of supplying your own artwork to be lasercut. Bring a sample or a colour code to your site measure.

Yes. Supply-only orders go through our online shop, and we ship Australia-wide with panels arriving pre-assembled, individually wrapped and palletised. If you’d rather it was installed for you, find your local Trade Partner instead.

PolyPerf® is our budget line - the same Pure Perf® look using a Stealth Matt Black HDPE infill in a textured black aluminium frame, at a lower price point, and also AS1926.1 compliant. It’s a supply product rather than something the Trade Partner network installs.

Genuine panels are branded, and there are tells: a textured powder coat rather than a scratch-prone flat satin black, a tabbed-and-slotted frame (unique to Pool Perf®) with the infill riveted right around using pre-treated, powder-coated rivets, 2.5mm marine-grade aluminium, spans to 3m rather than 2m, the full Dulux and Interpon colour range rather than two options, and compliance documentation on request. Buying through an authorised Trade Partner is the simplest guarantee.

Looking for the compliance detail? That’s on our Compliance & Standards page.

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