Wood Fence Styles
From the traditional picket fence to newer engineered styles, here are the different types of fences you can choose from for your backyard.
There are plenty of practical uses for a fence: to gain privacy, safely corral kids and pets, block wind and noise, and prevent unsupervised dips in a swimming pool. But the right wood fence styles also make a strong aesthetic statement, improving a home’s curb appeal.
All fences use the same basic components:
Vertical posts set into the ground: The post supports all components; for stability, bury at least one-third of it in the ground.
Horizontal rails that support either pickets, fence boards, or lattice panels. They are spaced between 6 and 8 feet apart, depending on fence height and design.
