FenceTrac’s modular frame system accepts any rigid infill material up to 1 inch thick, including four FenceTrac-manufactured infill products and a wide range of third-party materials from natural wood species and engineered boards to metal panels, wire mesh, and decorative veneer. The 3-inch deep galvanized G90 steel, powder-coated channels hold all of them the same way, giving property owners and architects nearly limitless design flexibility.
The Short Answer
The FenceTrac frame uses U-shaped channels that grip infill from all four edges. Any material that is rigid and fits within the 1-inch maximum infill thickness can be used.
FenceTrac manufactures four dedicated infill products: LuxeCore composite, UltraBlend PVC, extruded aluminum boards, and Western Red Cedar. Beyond those, the system is compatible with dozens of third-party rigid materials, from exotic hardwoods and corrugated metal to laser-cut decorative panels and stone veneer.
FenceTrac-Manufactured Infill Products
These are the infill options FenceTrac designs, manufactures, and warranties specifically for the system.
LuxeCore Composite Infill
LuxeCore is FenceTrac’s premium composite option. Each board has a structural aluminum core encased in cellular PVC and covered in ASA, a weather-resistant resin that provides superior UV, impact, and moisture resistance.
Boards are 5-7/8 inches wide, 6 feet long, and 1 inch thick with a tongue and groove profile. Available in Black Onyx, Harbor Gray, Timber Brown, and Tropical Teak. LuxeCore carries a Limited Lifetime Warranty.
UltraBlend PVC Infill
UltraBlend is a PVC fence board encased in ASA for added strength and weather resistance. Same dimensions as LuxeCore: 5-7/8 inches wide, 6 feet long, 1 inch thick, tongue and groove. Same four colors.
UltraBlend offers a thicker profile and more internal webbing than standard vinyl fence boards, delivering better rigidity and impact resistance. UltraBlend also carries a Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Aluminum Infill Boards
FenceTrac’s aluminum infill boards are 6063-T5 extruded aluminum, available in three sizes: 5-7/8-inch tongue and groove (1 inch thick), 5-7/8-inch square edge (7/8 inch), and 2-7/8-inch square edge (7/8 inch). Colors are Black, White, Silver, and Bronze, all powder-coated.
Aluminum boards are the basis for FenceTrac’s fire-rated fencing, which meets the ASTM E84-24 Class A fire rating with a Flame Spread Index of 0.
Cedar Infill (Not Manufactured by FenceTrac)
Western Red Cedar boards, #2 grade tight knot, 5-1/2-inch coverage, 7/8 inch thick, tongue and groove. Cedar provides a natural wood appearance inside the steel frame.
Cedar infill carries no warranty and requires periodic staining or sealing. The frame still carries the 20-year warranty, so the structural integrity of the system is maintained even with wood infill. For a comparison of wood vs. maintenance-free materials, see composite vs. wood fencing.
Compatible Third-Party Wood Infill
The FenceTrac channel frame accepts wood species well beyond the standard Western Red Cedar option. Any rigid wood board up to 1 inch thick and cut to fit the channel dimensions can work as infill.
Compatible wood materials include Eastern red cedar, cypress boards, treated pine, ipe (Brazilian hardwood), bamboo boards, barn wood, reclaimed wood, and wood pallets cut to plank size. Each species brings a different grain, color, and durability profile.
Ipe is among the hardest and most durable, with outdoor lifespans exceeding 25 years. Cypress offers natural rot resistance similar to cedar. Reclaimed barn wood creates a weathered, rustic look. Bamboo delivers a tight, uniform grain with natural pest resistance.
All wood infill requires maintenance (staining, sealing, or allowing natural weathering) and carries no warranty from FenceTrac. The advantage of using wood in a FenceTrac frame is that even with natural wood infill, the galvanized G90 steel, powder-coated frame provides permanent structural support. When the wood eventually ages out, the infill can be replaced without disturbing the frame or posts.
Engineered and Synthetic Infill Materials
Manufactured boards and sheet materials that meet the 1-inch thickness limit work in the FenceTrac frame. Compatible options include composite planks, PVC planks, vinyl planks, fiber cement board (such as Hardie board), recycled plastic lumber, polycarbonate panels, and acrylic sheets.
Fiber cement is a strong option for fire-sensitive applications where a non-metal appearance is preferred. Polycarbonate and acrylic panels create translucent or semi-opaque privacy screening that allows filtered light through the fence, an uncommon fence design option that the modular frame makes easy to execute.
Recycled plastic lumber is a growing category that offers zero-maintenance performance similar to composite, often at a lower price point. Like FenceTrac’s own composite and PVC products, these materials resist moisture, insects, and UV without painting or sealing.
Metal Infill Design Options
Metal infill gives the FenceTrac system an industrial, modern, or decorative character depending on the material chosen.
Compatible metal materials include corrugated metal panels, ribbed metal, flat metal sheets, laser-cut decorative metal, perforated metal, etched metal, metal screen, Corten (weathering) steel, expanded metal, and aluminum composite panels. Black or white metal slats can produce a semi-privacy look with a different profile and finish from FenceTrac’s standard aluminum boards.
Corrugated and ribbed metal produce a farmhouse or industrial aesthetic that pairs well with the clean steel frame border. Laser-cut and perforated metal panels turn the fence into a decorative element, creating patterns and shadow effects that no solid infill can achieve.
Corten steel weathers to a distinctive rust-orange patina and is popular in modern architectural and landscape design. Copper panels age to a green patina over time, creating a living finish that changes character with the seasons.
Wire, Grid, and Decorative Infill
Not every fence application calls for solid privacy screening. The FenceTrac frame accommodates welded wire panels, cattle panels, hog panels, and lattice panels for applications where visibility, airflow, or a more open aesthetic is the goal. FenceTrac’s own OmniView welded wire fencing is built around this concept.
For mixed-material fence ideas, wood and iron combinations, wood rails paired with metal accents, and stone or brick veneer panels all fit the channel system. Stone and brick veneer bring a masonry look to the fence without masonry construction, weight, or cost.
What Makes an Infill Material Compatible
The only hard requirement is that the material must be rigid enough to hold its shape inside the channels and no thicker than 1 inch. The channels grip the infill by edge contact, so materials that are flexible, soft, or significantly thinner than 1/2 inch will not seat properly.
For best results, infill boards should run the full height of the panel and use tongue and groove or tight-butted edges to minimize gaps. Spacers are available for semi-privacy configurations where controlled gaps between boards are part of the design.
When selecting third-party infill, verify the board thickness and confirm the material can withstand outdoor exposure in your climate. The FenceTrac frame is engineered for permanent outdoor installation, so the infill should match that standard.
Related Questions
Can I customize my fence panel infill pattern? Yes. The channel frame holds any combination of compatible infill boards in the same panel, so you can mix materials, colors, and board widths for a custom look.
What is PVC fencing and is it better than vinyl? UltraBlend PVC infill is encased in ASA resin for superior strength and weather resistance compared to standard vinyl fence boards.
See Also
FenceTrac privacy fencing for system specifications. How the modular fence system works explains how the frame and infill fit together.
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