When talking about the most common residential privacy wooden fence – the spaced picket fence – it comprises of three major fencing parts. Let’s find out what these fencing parts are and the role they play in keeping your property safe and secure.

Posts serve as the pillars of a wood fence. These are placed vertically in the ground with the help of concrete. If you wish for your fence to be sturdy and stable, then you will be required to set your posts properly. The posts for standard wood fences are 4”x4”. The height of the posts is dependent on the fence height

Pickets or slats are the vertical boards that are attached to the backer rails with the help of screws. These fencing parts create the fence body and are the most visible part of it. The pickets come in various top styles from flat to dog-ear to gothic and many more. Pickets are also available in various thicknesses. Mostly 5/8’ thick pickets are used. However, you can get them customized to your desired thickness.

Backer Rails also are known as fence rails/ stringers are the rails that run from post to post horizontally to support the fence. These rails are connected to the posts with the help of fencing parts called fasteners. Backer rails are actually the fencing part to which the pickets get attached. The number of backer rails used in a fence depends on the height and style of the fence. Commonly, two to three rails are used between all the posts. These are usually made from lumbar and their length is dependent on the spacing between posts which is mostly between 6’ to 8’.

You can also include some add-ons to beautify your fence. Some of the add-ons are:

These fencing parts come as separate pieces that can be attached to the post top. Usually simple, you can even DIY these to add a personal touch to your fence project.

You can add a kickboard to the base of your fence for a finishing touch. It also provides added protection.

You can add a gate to your fence, which provides a convenient yet safe way to access the area that you have fenced. You can get a custom gate made or indulge in a DIY fence gate project if you like.

You can add trim boards on the panels of the fence to strengthen them as well as add a finished look.

If you live in Winnipeg and looking for the best fence service provider then you don’t need to look any further as Excellence Fences has got you covered with their customized and reliable fence solutions at affordable rates. So, feel free to contact us today and get your wood fence installed to upgrade your property aesthetics as well as privacy.