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Vinyl Fence Products
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Chesterfield CertaGrain® in Sierra Blend
Quality
matters
When you don’t buy a quality fence product,
the color can fade dramatically, leaving you with
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Know
before you buy
Before you invest in a fence, ask yourself
the following questions:
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oes the fence manufacturer have complete control
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Chesterfield CertaGrain® in Frontier Blend
The
Bufftech
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What makes Bufftech vinyl fence stand out from the competition?
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Imperial Select Cedar with Midrail in Sierra Blend
Trust
A Tradition of Trust
No other vinyl fence brand can compare to Bufftech’s innovative style,
exceptional performance and long-standing history of quality and service.
Millbrook in White
Brand
Rated #1 With Builders and Remodelers
Chesterfield CertaStucco™ in Mission Ivory
Innovation
The Leader in Innovation
Bufftech® fence is proudly made in the USA by CertainTeed,
a trusted name in building products since 1904.
CertainTeed is the number one-rated brand with builders
and remodelers.
Bufftech leads the vinyl fence industry with the widest array of
innovative styles, colors and textures.
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igh-quality products including insulation, roofing, siding, fence,
decking and railing
• Exceptional product support and a dedicated consumer hotline
• Choice of smooth, woodgrain and stucco finishes
• Advanced contractor training on proper installation techniques
•T
rueTexture™ finish – molded from real wood and stucco to deliver
the most authentic surfaces in the fence industry
• A leading manufacturer for more than 100 years
• CertainTeed products work together for a unified, coordinated look
• 5-Star Fence Contractor and Master Craftsman credential programs
ensure contractors are knowledgeable, experienced installers
• 13 designer fence colors, including 9 multi-chromatic stain blends
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he industry color leader, with a shared color palette across many
CertainTeed product lines
• Everything you need from one trusted source
Made in the USA — state-of-the-art
facility in Buffalo, NY.
“We chose Bufftech’s CertaGrain texture and Sierra Blend color because
of its uncanny resemblance to cedar. The Chesterfield fence is a beautiful,
durable addition to our backyard that offers us complete privacy.”
Tamara and Dennis M.,
Homeowners
Chesterfield CertaGrain in Arctic Blend
Performance
Exceptional Performance
Bufftech products are engineered for long-lasting performance, so
you can rest assured your fence will endure whatever life throws at it.
• Heavy-duty internal
aluminum frame gates
offer outstanding
strength, with an
aluminum post insert
for added durability
• Stainless steel gate
fasteners prevent
corrosion
• High-quality gate
hardware, including self-closing hinges and safe, secure latches
• Gates tested to withstand 300 lb. loads
Chesterfield CertaGrain in Clay
Standards
Engineered to Exacting Standards
Bufftech conducts a variety of tests on features such as wind
performance, impact resistance and load strength to ensure our
products will stand up to real-world conditions.
• Designed to ASTM requirements
• Dynamic wind load testing up to 115 mph
• WindZone™ performance on fence styles engineered for use in
high wind and hurricane conditions, approved by Miami-Dade
County NOA #12-1106.11 (expires 3-13-2018)
• Class A rating for flame spread
• Styles approved for swimming pools meet code requirements for
height, picket spacing and load
Chesterfield CertaGrain in Sierra Blend
Design
Superior Design
Bufftech fence is designed with unsurpassed strength and
durability, including a host of premium features you won’t find on
competitive products.
• High-quality raw materials including rigid PVC (polyvinyl chloride)
and an outer cap with 10 parts titanium dioxide to protect it from
harmful UV rays
• Reinforced rails for a stronger, more rigid fence, which reduces the
chances of sagging or bowing
• Heavyweight pickets deliver superior impact strength and resist the
warping found in flat panel fence
• Precision-routed rails for safe, secure picket attachment
• Routed fence posts provide a more secure connection and allow for
thermal expansion season after season
• Concealed fasteners for a sleek, clean look without brackets, screws
or glue that can compromise safety and performance
“We looked at many vinyl fence products, and
CertainTeed ranked the highest. Although CertainTeed
cost more than what was quoted at my local home
center, we were willing to make the investment upfront
because of our confidence in the product.”
Martha L.,
Homeowner
Danbury Select Cedar in Sierra Blend
Imperial Smooth in Almond
Victorian in White
Sustainable
Protection
Value
Smart, Sustainable and Eco-friendly
The Best Warranty in the Business
A Better Value Over Time
Imperial Smooth Finish
Bufftech
Wood Fences
Cost includes fence price averaged
over 20 years plus maintenance
and repair costs. Cost is expressed
as a percentage.
Bufftech fence is backed by CertainTeed’s industry-leading warranty
protection, for exceptional peace of mind.
• Lifetime limited warranty
is transferable to future
homeowners at no
additional cost
aintenance
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expensive than wood fence. Although investing in a vinyl fence
will cost you more initially, this is where your expense ends.
• No cost to maintain vinyl fence
• Saves time and money
• The best value over the life of the fence
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CertainTeed respects the environment through the responsible
development of sustainable building products and systems.
• Nearly 100% recyclable fence products
• Made in the USA at a plant with 100% hydropower
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Use this checklist to compare performance features when
deciding which fence gives you the most value for your money.
Performance
Features
Lifetime limited warranty
Transferable warranty
Make a
smart
investment
Don’t settle for anything less than the best.
Make sure your fence stacks up to Bufftech.
Parts and 5-year labor warranty
Dark color fade warranty
Made in the USA
Never needs painting
or staining
Won’t chip, peel, crack
or splinter
Won’t rot or support
mold growth
Impervious to termites/
wood-boring insects
Lead free
No harmful chemicals
High quality raw materials
Concealed fasteners
Heavyweight pickets
Wide choice of colors
Wood grain and stucco textures
Steel reinforced rails
Routed rails and posts
Class A rating for flame spread
Self-extinguishing
Easy to assemble
Building code compliant
Meets ASTM standards
Danbury Select Cedar with Chesterfield CertaGrain in Sierra Blend
Bufftech
Vinyl
Other
Vinyl
Wood
Aluminum
Why choose
Bufftech?
Trust
Value
Bufftech fence is a quality brand of CertainTeed,
America’s most trusted name in building materials
for more than 100 years.
Bufftech vinyl fence is a long-lasting, lowmaintenance alternative to wood fence. When you
factor in the time-consuming and costly upkeep of
wood, a Bufftech fence provides excellent value.
Brand
CertainTeed products are consistently rated #1 with
builders and remodelers for their exceptional quality
and outstanding customer support.
Innovation
Bufftech offers an industry-leading spectrum of
innovative styles, colors and textures, including
woodgrain and stucco finishes.
Protection
Bufftech is the only fence brand to offer an industryleading lifetime limited transferable warranty with
CertainTeed’s exclusive 5-year SureStart™ parts and
labor protection.
Sustainable
Performance
Bufftech fence is GreenCircle Certified®,
providing assurance that our products comply
with environmental and sustainability claims.
Bufftech conducts a variety of tests on our products
to ensure they’ll perform in real-world conditions.
Partnership
Standards
Bufftech fence products are engineered to the
highest standards for performance.
Design
Bufftech dealers are CertainTeed’s trusted partners
in the fence business, dedicated to providing you
with the best fence system possible. Our dealers are
experienced and reputable professionals who you
can turn to for sound advice on choosing a highquality product that meets your needs.
The Bufftech product offering includes six fence
categories — traditional, classic, contemporary,
semi-private, privacy and post & rail — featuring
41 styles and 13 colors.
“We’ve been a Bufftech dealer for
years because Bufftech is the leader
in design, color and now textures! With
Bufftech’s complete line of products from
CertainTeed, I can offer fence options to
homeowners that others only dream about,
along with the assurance of superior quality
and warranty protection.”
Dave C.,
Bufftech Dealer
Manchester with Classic Impressions™ Posts in White
Confidence worth building on.™
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P.O. Box 860
Valley Forge, PA 19482
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