Fence Building

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a 5 foot section of an arched picket fence. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for an arched down picket fence 7 ft high and 8 ft long. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Fences can define boundary lines or hide a bad view. They can screen the sun or block and redirect the wind. They can complement the architecture of your home. They can contain pets and small children-most times. Picket fences are probably more aesthetic than functional; they are definitely a fencing classic. They look good with many different types of architecture. But most of all, picket fences are easy and fun for a do-it yourselfer to build.

House and yard fences, 10 designs, wood construction. PDF number 6286.

For a little extra privacy in your backyard, build a set of cedar slat privacy screens. Free instructions at the link. If you have a green thumb, you could grow vines or climbing roses to soften the look.

Designed and built correctly, a wood fence looks as if it grew right in place. To keep in what you want kept in and keep out what you want kept out around your place, you need a good fence.

This fence is easy to build and requires very few materials, since the boards are simply inserted into grooves made in the posts.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a straight picket fence measuring 3 feet high and 5 feet long. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Aligning the posts requires precision, but building the panels is not complex.

How to build attractive alternatives to a gate in your fencing.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a 5 ft x 8 ft long section of picket fence. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

A variety of different types of fences with construction detail and material costs. Starting with a standard 1800mm high palling fence, also an 1800mm high trellis top fence, and adding a different type fence every month.

Decorative design assures privacy for neighbors on both sides of the fence, yet does not stop air flow across property.

Build a decorative fence using these free step-by-step woodworking plans.

Fences keep what you want in the yard and unwanted guests out. They also add interest to your backyard or garden. A fence may seem like a labor intensive and artistically challenged project, but it does not have to be.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a privacy fence. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a wooden privacy fence with lattice. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a 3 rail wooden fence. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

A well-erected wooden panel fence is more than just a boundary; it can increase the attraction of your property especially if climbing plants are trained up and/or along it. Panel fences will restrict children and animals to certain areas.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a 4 ft high by 6 ft section of horizontal wooden fence. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Take you pick of these three projects, based on whether you want full privacy, a large planting or an impressive entry gate.

This horizontal plank privacy fence is built in a sloping backyard. Here is how it was done...

Our lattice-top design makes an ideal privacy screen, but it can do much more. Erect several panels at the corner of your yard to create a sheltered picnic area, or place them in front of a compost pile or tool shed.

This privacy fence with trellis maintains a sense of spaciousness and the trellis provides height.

A well-erected wooden panel fence is more than just a boundary; it can increase the attraction of your property especially if climbing plants are trained up and/or along it. Panel fences will restrict children and animals to certain areas.

Pre-assemble as many components as you can in your basement, garage, or workshop. Then move outside, set the posts, and fasten everything together.

There are two common basic methods of constructing rails for board fencing, the easiest method is to have the rails on the front of the posts then fitting the boarding along the whole length. The alternative method is to fit the rails between the posts (with their front faces about 25 mm back from the front of the posts, and then fix the boards between the posts.

Build a cedar or pressure-treated privacy fence that looks good from both sides. This fence is durable, handsome and sure to please everyone.

We opted to build a wood privacy fence from the ground up, which would closely follow the grade of the yard and secure the dog from the perils of suburbia. For our picket design, we chose a shadowbox style, which alternates the position of the ...

Putting up a fence around your garden may be a matter of necessity or a matter of landscape improvement.