4 September 2026

WPC vs PVC Fencing: Which Is Right for Your Property?

Cost: Fixed canopy $320-$420/m²; opening louvre $700-$900/m² excl. GST.
Flexibility: Fixed canopy is always covered; louvre roof adjusts to conditions on demand.
Maintenance: Fixed canopy needs only cleaning and a fixings check; a louvre roof has a motor, drainage channels and pivot points to keep serviced.
Consent complexity: Both depend on the specific structure, but the electrical work for a motorised system is an extra factor to plan for.
Lifespan: Both use aluminium framing and are built to last well beyond their warranty period with basic care - fewer moving parts on a fixed canopy is one reason it needs less attention over time.

WPC (around $400 per m² excl. GST) has a more timber-like look. PVC (around $250 per m² excl. GST) is fully synthetic and slightly cheaper.

Which to choose

If matching a timber aesthetic matters, WPC is the closer match. If minimising cost and upkeep is the priority, PVC is usually the better fit.

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