Fence Building

If you need a little more privacy in your yard you should build your own privacy fence using lattice on the top. Don't forget to use exterior grade lumber for your project so it will last a lot longer. Follow along at the link to see it being built.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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 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.

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.

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

In this episode, host Jeff Wilson and guests demonstrate how to layout, design, build and install a custom picket fence. The fence is made of treated 6x6 posts, 1x2 pickets and 1x4 pickets.

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.

Follow along at the link and build your own split rail fence.

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

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

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.

Like a deck or porch, a good fence complements the visual character of your home and links its design to the surrounding landscape. And you can build it yourself with simple tools in a few good weekends.

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 driveway marker would look great with your house numbers on it placed at the end of your driveway. There is a downloadable cut list at the link.

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 ...

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.

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.

Build an inexpensive but durable jackleg fence by Dynah Geissal.

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.

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.

There are five basic methods of erecting a garden fence post.

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.

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

By using common electrical conduit, you can build an attractive and contemporary fence.

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.