Spaced Board Fence

A spaced picket fence consists of posts with 2 rails and 2 wide pickets that are spaced evenly with a gap.

Spaced board fence.

The gap is usually the width of a picket though this can vary. The fence boards alternate on the sides of the rails overlapping by at least 1 inch on each side of the boards. If you re building your own fence using individual fence boards choose a distance between 5 and 8 feet. H x 8 ft.

Too much space between boards presents a hazard to a horse or cow attempting to graze through the fence. W white vinyl scalloped top spaced picket fence panel with 3 in. Unassembled pointed pickets model 128006 view the glendale scalloped picket fencing system. This board is very versatile and comes in a variety of styles.

Our representatives will help you determine the perfect fence for your property. Hobby farms recommends that spacing for livestock applications be no greater than 12 inches. All pickets are installed on the same side of the rails typically on the public facing side. Spaced board styles of wood fence have a unique appeal.

Horizontal fence rails are typically full 1 inch thick by 6 inch wide lumber but can be conventional 2 x 6 lumber as purchased from a big box store. Veranda glendale 4 ft. Gates can be crowned or scalloped to define the gate areas. For kids follow the standard rule for spacing of railing balusters.

They will take into account county and city codes and homeowner association restrictions. Place the bottom board of wooden livestock fences no more than 12 inches off the ground to prevent foals and calves from accidentally rolling. If you re using ready made fence panels post spacing is already determined. Get free shipping on qualified spaced picket wood fence panels or buy online pick up in store today in the lumber composites department.

All spaces must be under 4 inches so that a 4 inch sphere cannot fit through the gap. Board fence is usually a 3 or 4 board layout with 4 x 4 or 4 x 6 post assembled from either smooth or rough sawn pressure teated wood. For more information on the best space board fence for your home request a free estimate or call us at 1 800 917 5664. Whether straight top or scalloped top adding a cap strip can dramatically change the look of the fence and enhance the landcaped surroundings of the area.