There are many ways you can turn your yard into a private retreat, but few options provide the stylish backdrop you can ...

Wood fencing, while visually pleasing, relatively cheap in comparison to other fence materials, and good for the environment, also requires a lot of maintenance. If you don't do that maintenance, you ...

Section Off Outdoor "Rooms" Think of a wood fence as the outdoor equivalent of an interior wall. Not only is it a great way to add privacy and security, but it can also help you make sense of a ...

Fence decor is having a moment on social media. Here's how to dress up your fence for a stunning look you—and potential ...

And a picket fence is unrivaled when it comes to beauty and charm. Though not a match for every style of architecture, a picket fence is a classic style that will fit in well in many settings.

We built our fence from nominal 1-in. (3/4 in. thick) clear cedar stock, and used 2 x 8 cedar for the post caps. If you choose a less rot-resist-ant wood, be sure to treat it with a preservative ...

In the July 1994 issue, Popular Mechanics published a timeless how-to on making your own picket fence. We've updated the approach since then, but many of the ideas, tactics, and tools remain the ...

Dear James: I think a picket fence would look good across my front and side yard. I have some saws and tools. Is this a project that the average DIYer can ...

The right picket fence can add a personal touch to your front or backyard while deterring unwanted animals, such as dogs or even deer from entering. Skip to content. FOX31 Denver.

The image of a home surrounded by a white picket fence has always stayed with Lynne Gibbs of Clovis, Calif. “To me, it represented the all-American dream,” says Gibbs, 63, a retired paralegal.