Thank you for your interest in Illusions products and for the question. It brings up an interesting concern you have and we would like to take a little time to reply.

The process Grand Illusions Color Spectrum and Grand Illusions Vinyl WoodBond go through bonds the color to the fence at a molecular level. Like the finish on a car. This means that for the color to come off, the fence would have to be maliciously scraped with a sharp object, much like a car would. Everyday use does not damage the products. The installers who use our products know that the same type of care should be taken as when installing a black ornamental aluminum fence, or a color chain link fence. If something does happen to occur, a simple touch-up marker and/or bottle is supplied with every order.

The 100% Pure Virgin Vinyl in Illusions Vinyl Fence products provides a good amount of structural integrity. The products are built to last. Illusions Vinyl Fence products come with a 20-year non-prorated warranty as well (meaning, they don’t depreciate in value over time). When properly installed, Illusions caps should remain on, Illusions latches are sturdy and strong, Illusions Uni-Weld Gates all come standard with the a truss system, and if the fence is properly cared for, it should last for years and years.

Consistent Color Retention

Illusions materials are a custom blended mix of stabilizers, impact modifiers, processing aids, and pigments. Long term weathering studies have shown these products tin stabilized, acrylate modified formulations with high levels of titanium dioxide (a pigment and UV light screener), result in the best retention of color and toughness. Our vinyl has the industry leading standard of 10 parts per 100 TiO2 (titanium dioxide) to give it the longevity and performance of a lifetime product.

Since you are wisely doing your research on vinyl fencing products, we would like to offer you a few important questions to ask when shopping for your new Vinyl Fence or Railing;

1. Is it a 100% Pure Virgin Vinyl product? – Do not use if made from recycled materials as the Integrity of the product will be lost and a failure should be expected (buy a good fence once or replace a poor fence several times). Illusions products are 100% Pure Virgin Vinyl.
2. Is the vinyl made by a certified member of the VMA (Vinyl Manufacturers Association)? – The VMA provides certification that all materials meet or exceed ASTM Industry Standards (ASTM F964-13). Illusions products are both VMA and ASTM F964-13 certified.
3. Will the products be available in a timely fashion? – We here at Illusions are known throughout the industry as having the fastest turnaround time on products.
4. Is the color you are looking for available? – Illusions Vinyl Fences and Railing are available in 35 standard colors, 6 standard Wood Grains, and have the ability to match any color you need.
5. Do the gates have Uni-Weld Corners? Standard vinyl gates are known as “pocket” gates. They are traditionally heavy and do not compliment the fencing that they are sold with. Illusions Vinyl Gates are always built with Uni-Weld technology. Complete with an internal truss system for stability and longevity. The best gate in the industry is also a perfect match for your fence.
6. Are the Vinyl Railings are Certified to meet Industry Standard ICC-ES AC174? Illusions Vinyl Railing System is ICC-AC174 certified and qualifies for installation on the tallest building in the country. (Must be appropriately installed to local building codes)
7. Availability? - Illusions Vinyl Fence and Illusions Vinyl Railing products are available nationwide through a network of professional fence dealers and distributors.
   
   If you have any questions, feel free to Google "Illusions Vinyl Fence" in your town and ask your local Illusions installer any questions or concerns you may have. Please make sure to search for an installer who advertises Illusions Vinyl Fence and Grand Illusions Fence by name for an expert installation.
   
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