Investing in a fence for your home or business involves more than selecting the spot, having the fence put up and enjoying it. There are many maintenance tasks to be seen to – and, if you neglect a few, your fence can really suffer in the long-term. Wood fencing is especially vulnerable to temperature changes […]
Wood fence rot is one of the major dangers to the longevity of your yard’s beautiful fence and the threat shouldn’t be taken lightly. A wooden fence that isn’t protected against rot will rot, it’s just a matter of time. Many fence owners aren’t aware of the causes of fence rot, and so they unknowingly […]
What speaks better of the American dream than a white picket fence? Since colonial days, the wooden picket fence has been a symbol of America. We picture it surrounding lovely houses of pastel blue, green, or white. It conjures up images of daffodils at Easter, or playing catch with the kids in June. You can […]
There are many different styles of wood fencing and different materials used in fencing, from chain link, to wrought iron, to PVC vinyl, but nothing provides the natural beauty inherent to wood fencing. If you are like most homeowners, you want your yard to be an inviting sanctuary, and wood offers the warm, natural appeal […]
Fences are investments for homeowners. Often costing thousands of dollars to build, wooden fences make for eye-pleasing property borders that not only help cut sound intrusion but add value to a home as well, but unlike steel fences, wood fences require a fair bit amount more TLC to keep them in tip-top shape. One preventative […]
There are reasons the classics are the classics. “The Wizard of Oz” still delights children, Handel’s “Messiah” still rings out at Christmastime, and a homeowner is still most likely to buy a wooden fence. Maybe it is the affordability or the wide array of design options, but wood fences have stood the test of time. […]
A wood fence is a wonderful option for security and privacy, but to keep the wood protected, it must be either stained or painted. Most people either stain or paint wooden fences, both offering a pleasing color and the protection needed to prevent damage to the wood. If you are not sure whether stain or […]
If you have not yet installed a fence on your residential property, this summer is a great time to do it. Here are some of many reasons why you will not regret it if you have a wooden fence installed in your yard this year. Keep Kids and Pet Safe With your kids home […]
There are two basic types of wood fences, you have the natural look split rail which comes in three or four rails set between posts and then you have barricade fencing or privacy fencing that can keep pets in and your neighbors eyes out. Both fence types if built in the past ten years or […]
One of the most classically American images is Tom Sawyer painting a wood fence. There is something so appealing about a white picket fence outlining your home’s walkway or the rustic vibe of a natural wooden fence surrounding a home’s backyard. Wooden fences have long enhanced the look of the exterior of classic, southern homes. […]
