Q.Wood fencing is my next project. My wife loves wood fences, and I feel they are attractive. What do I need to know to ensure this project is a success? What is a good wood fence post? Should I ...

Q. I plan to build a privacy wood fence, and I’ve got many questions, not the least of which is how to secure horizontal wood framing members to the vertical fence posts so the weight of the fencing ...

You’ve heard the saying, “Good fences make good neighbors.” You can take this wise adage a step further, should you desire: Attractive, one-of-a-kind fences make appreciative neighbors. A ...

Setting wood fence posts is tedious, so doing it correctly the first time is ideal. Here's what most people get wrong and how ...

Dear Pat: I need to install a fence around my backyard. I was thinking of going with a board type of fencing. Are there other designs I should consider, and what are some construction tips? — Tracy F.

Did you know a wooden privacy fence — if it is installed properly — can last 40 years or more? Tom Kent, co-owner of Kent Fencing Co., 510 S.E. 15th St., said he has seen some fences last that long.

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Putting up a fence on your property might be done for a wide variety of reasons. For some, it is for safety and aesthetics, while for others it is to create a sense of privacy and seclusion around the ...