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 ...

Most privacy fence designs use a standard spacing of 8 feet. However, if you're using pre-built panels, you might need to have posts spaced 6 or 8 feet apart to match the panels. You'll need an ...

On most picket fences, the posts are spaced between six and eight feet apart. I like eight-foot spacing for the most efficient use of lumber. Sign Up for the A.M. Report.

The reason: materials cost for picket fencing is comparatively low, since the pickets tend to be spaced 1 to 3 inches apart. It’s both decorative and good for marking your property line.

Below are six types of fences that cost far more to build than a standard picket fence. Although many of these cost between $20 to over $50 per foot, depending on the material, design, and color ...

B&Q Traditional Lap 6ft Wooden Fence panel - (W)1.83m (H)1.83m. ... Picket Fencing. Picket fences are designed with small gaps between each panel to help alleviate the force of the wind on the fence.