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What Is the Best Waterproof Fence? The 2026 Guide to Fencing That Actually Survives Water
No fence is waterproof in the way a rain jacket is waterproof. Fences sit outside year-round through rain, snowmelt, and freeze-thaw cycles. The real question is which material degrades when water hits it and which does not. Wood absorbs 20 to 30 percent of its weight in water and loses structural integrity within 8 to 12 years. Coated steel achieves zero water absorption and lasts 40-plus years. Here is the full 2026 comparison for Canadian climates.