When you own property, you want to do what you can to protect it. This is true regardless of if you own commercial property, industrial property, or residential property. One of the best ways to protect your property is by putting up a fence around it and installing the right gates. With the right fence and property, you can increase the overall security of your space. At Magic Fence, we want you to know the best fence and gates for your situation. We are here to provide you with lots of information about gates and fences, so you will know precisely what your property needs.
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5 Options For A New Wood Fence
Ricardo Obrien
Have you finally narrowed down your material selection for a new fence to wood? If so, you now need to pick the style of fence that you want to have installed. Here is what you need to know about some common styles of wood fencing.
Picket
A picket fence is a great option for homeowners that simply want a decorative fence. It utilizes boards that are placed vertically with large gaps between them. The appearance can be quite charming when used in a front yard, but this style can also be used around a backyard to define the property lines. The best part of a picket fence is that it creates a friendly and open feel to your home instead of blocking it off to neighbors.
Panel
Wood panel fencing uses tall pickets that are placed tightly together without any gaps. It is best for people seeking privacy since the panels are tall enough to prevent others from looking over the fence. The panels can also act as a sound barrier so that noise from the street will not be as loud while you're in your yard. You can make a panel fence more decorative by placing accents on top of the posts between the panels.
Lattice Top
A lattice top fence essentially combines a panel fence with a lattice top. The support portion will have a panel with wood that is woven together in a lattice design, which can be used for plants or just as a decorative element. It allows a lot of privacy from those that are passing by but doesn't make the yard feel as closed off as a solid panel fence.
Split Rail
Do you want more of a rustic look for your home? Split rail fencing is best used for when you need the property line marked on a large piece of land. It's not going to offer any privacy or protection since it's just horizontal rails that are held up by vertical posts. It's a good compromise when you need a fence to serve the specific purpose of marking boundaries but don't want the fence to look bad by using chain-link material.
Shadowbox
A shadowbox fence is unique because it looks the same on both sides of the fence. There are overlapping pickets on each side of the horizontal rail, which adds some depth to the fence that isn't there with other designs. It also works best when splitting a fence with a neighbor, because it looks the same on both sides of the fence.
Contact a fence contractor to learn more.
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