Wooden Fence Designs

Wooden fences add beauty to a garden and are looked beyond the basic function of protection. Take a look at some of the most popular wooden fence designs.
Wooden Fence Designs
Beautiful outdoor décor for lawns and gardens lend an aesthetic look to any home. Gardens are places where one can relax and connect with nature. Beautiful gardens provide a welcome relief from the daily hustle and bustle. But a garden cannot be complete without a fence. A fence is used to demarcate the particular area from other land areas around the house. Besides a garden or border fence also keeps a garden private and safe. There are different types of garden fences and materials that can be used to make such a space feel secure. Wooden fences are amongst the most preferred kinds especially for quaint cottages. Before you opt for any wooden fence design, there are certain points to be kept in mind.

Your choice of the wooden fence design should depend upon these particular factors:
  • Architectural style of the house
  • Function or purpose
  • Budget
  • Size or total area to be covered
Wooden Fence Designs

Wood is the popular choice for fencing. It is a versatile material and can be designed in different ways. Wood is also cost-effective and relatively low on maintenance. Wooden fences can be made from different types of wood as per the requirement. Cedar is quite in demand because of its many benefits. This wood is rot-resistant. Apart from cedar, there are many who prefer redwood due to the color. Besides, staining is something one does not have to worry about in case of redwood.

Houses that are seen in a beautiful countryside make use of split-rail wood fences. These add a feeling of privacy but have a beautiful, rustic look. Such fences are characteristic because of the rugged posts used in the design. Often, one can see beautifully styled ranch houses that are surrounded by such wooden fences.

Wooden picket fences have a beauty of their own! Wooden picket fences are only about planks of wood that are kept parallel to each other. This is a simple yet effective design. It suits cottages with beautiful flowering gardens.

Another option for an innovative fence design is the antique fence style. Here, the overall look is rather antique and the wood may even be a little worn out! The whole design can be planned with the help of antique objects to hold the entire design together.

Log fences are designed for areas that need specific security or protection. Log fences block off contact from the street or neighborhood. This design can be easily dismantled and transported with much ease. This wooden fence can be installed either vertically or horizontally.

Lattice wooden fences prove to be very useful for any garden. These help to cover any faults in the outdoor area. Lattice wooden fences may not score high on the beauty element but have a basic function to serve.

Ornamental wooden fences are specifically designed for modern homes. These are designed to add more beauty to a home. Wooden ornamental fence designs can be executed as per individual requirements. However, ornamental designs offer less security from passer-bys.

Despite the kind of options available for fencing, wooden fencing has its own beauty that cannot be replaced. Compliment a beautiful garden with these ideas for wooden fence designs.

By Kashmira Lad
Published: 1/14/2009
 
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