Main Differences Between Razor Wire And Barbed Wire

The clearest and most obvious difference between razor wire and barbed wire is the difference in their design. Barbed wire has far fewer sharp points than razor wire, which means that people or animals are much less likely to sustain serious injuries if they try to cross the fence.

Other differences include the following:

Installation

To install barbed wire, you only need a few fence posts and basic knowledge of how to install wire fencing. Razor wire fencing requires some professional expertise, as the wire is generally more dangerous to handle and more difficult to manipulate.

Maintenance

Both types of fencing are relatively easy to maintain. The steel tape and wire used to create these wires are generally very high quality and won’t corrode easily, so maintenance is typically limited to removing debris that might have become tangled in the fence.

Appearance

Many people argue that razor wire has a more “modern” appearance due to the razor design and single-wire structure. In contrast, barbed wire design has changed little since the 19th century, which gives barbed wire fencing a more rustic appeal.

Pricing

As we’ve already mentioned, barbed wire is considered one of the more affordable types of wire fencing. Razor wire does tend to be costlier than barbed wire due to the complexities of the manufacturing process.

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