Putting up fences
Country Homes & Interiors|February 2023
Mark boundaries, protect your property and add a stylish design element to your garden with a well-constructed fence
HOLLY REANEY
Putting up fences

They are essential for demarcating the boundaries of our properties, but before you build a new fence, there are a few things to consider. Are you installing it for privacy, security, to restrict children, pets or livestock, or simply to separate your space from your neighbours? 'Being clear on this will determine the height, material, construction, and, of course, the price, of any boundary,' says gardening expert Matt James.

TYPE OF FENCING

Picket fence A classic demarcation fence, it is typically installed around front gardens.

Venetian Similar to the blinds, Venetian fences feature small gaps between the horizontals, which allow both light and air to pass through this is ideal if zoning your garden.

Hit and miss Unlike other fences, hit-and-miss fences look good from both sides, making them ideal for boundaries between properties. The slatted design has small gaps that allow wind to pass through without compromising privacy. They can be vertical or horizontal.

Solid panel These fences can be made of a composite material, metal, or wood, and feature no gaps. Composite and metal designs tend to be solid sheets-semi-solid designs may feature decorative stenciling. Wooden solid panel designs have overlapping featherboard or tongue-and-groove panels.

Lattice fence Ideal for pairing with climbing plants, lattices are usually used to add a decorative element to the top of a more substantial fence, though you can get full-length lattice fences for an open look.

Woven Perfect for a cottage garden, woven fences are typically made from willow or hazel and have a rustic, handmade appearance. They are less durable than traditional fencing.

DETERMINING BOUNDARIES

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