The main purpose of garden fencing is to provide security and privacy while keeping out uninvited guests such as neighbours’ pets and stray animals. With summer fast approaching, now is the best time to change up your garden and get it ready for outdoor casual gatherings and the all important garden parties. One of the best ways to transform a garden is to install a new fence. Fencing may not be the main focus or feature of a garden but fencing can change the look of a whole garden in terms of design, colour and theme.
We already know most fencing is made from wood but there are many styles to choose from, depending on what suits your garden and its surroundings. For the latest fencing ideas, you have come to the right place! In this article, we will share 10 fantastic ideas for decorative fencing. Read on to discover a range of practical and stylish fencing styles and designs for whatever your garden style is!
1) Paling
A paling fence looks similar to the picket fence where wooden vertical boards or panels are evenly disturbed supported by two wooden horizontal rails. The tops of a paling fence can be either pointed for added security or round for a smooth finish. If you’re looking for a traditional fence style that allows sunlight and air to pass through to help with plant and lawn growth, opt for a paling fence. Our paling panels come in a natural wood colour, giving you the freedom to paint them whatever colour you like, whether that be black, grey or white (if you want to achieve the ‘white picket fence’ look).
2) Post and Rail
Another traditional style is post and rail fencing. As the name suggests, it is made up of solid round timber poles with three or four horizontal rails fastened to the poles. This fencing style is generally seen around homes with larger garden spaces. Post and rail fencing is ideal for larger gardens as it’s cost effective and easy to install. Of course, that’s not saying you can install this style of fencing in smaller gardens if you are looking for cost effective fencing or to achieve a rustic country feel. It doesn’t offer as much privacy as close boarded fencing but it’s great for marking out your property and keeping out farm animals.
3) Close Boarded
If you are looking for a fence that offers more privacy than a paling fence, go for a close boarded fence. Like the name suggests, the vertical panels are positioned closer together. Our close boarded fencing panels are designed to be both strong and durable in all weather conditions. They require little maintenance and in the case of unexpected damage, the damaged panels are easy to replace.
4) Garden Trellis
If you have solid fencing and are looking to allow more sunlight in, trellis fencing may be the one for you. Instead of long vectical boards, trellis fencing is shaped in lattice patterns. Choose between square or diamond styles to create the ideal surface for climbing plants to grow upwards. You could, of course, add a trellis top to a solid fence or wall. This adds height without compromising too much on sunlight.
5) Overlapping
If your home is located in a busy urban area, you may wish to install a solid fence in your garden to block out any prying neighbours. This overlap fence is a softer approach to a solid fence or a stone wall, without making it feel too enclosed. The slim gaps between the slatted panels allows a glimpse of your surroundings without completely blocking out your view and still offering enough privacy.
6) Hit and Miss
Hit and miss fencing features panels on both the front and the back. Keep your neighbours happy too and avoid potential conflict by going with a hit-and-miss fence. Its smart design looks great on both sides of the fence. This means you and your neighbour both have a decorative side. The slatted design allows some light and air to pass through the slim gaps, making it durable during windy conditions.
7) Woven
If you are looking for a modern fence, a woven fence consists of horizontal boards weaving in and out of three vertical panels. Its textured finish offers both privacy and an attractive appearance. The woven design illustrates the effect of a natural willow or hazel hurdle fence panel.
8) Horizontal
Instead of a traditional vertical fence, the arrangement of the panels on a horizontal fence is intended to stretch across your garden, rather than upwards. This helps to visually lengthen the appearance of the fence, making your garden look bigger. This makes it an ideal fence style for smaller gardens.
9) Curved
Most traditional fences are straight at the top whereas curved fences are either dome or wave shaped. It has the same benefits of straight fencing systems but with a creative twist. Being both practical at providing privacy while adding elegance and softer edging. Having a curved fence in your garden will be sure to grab the attention of home guests and curious neighbours.
10) Rustic
As we already mentioned post and rail fencing can add a rustic feel, and so can other styles of rustic fencing. Our rustic panel fencing is made up of authentic timber poles, the perfect addition to create a rustic garden. If you look at it closely, you can see tree markings and natural texture on the fence poles. Generally, rustic fencing is left with its original colour or is painted with earthy shades such as greens and browns so that the fence blends in nicely with its greenery surroundings.
Decorative Fencing At Weston Sawmill
We hope this article has helped you narrow down on the different fencing styles and ideas. No matter what your garden looks like, there is a style of fence to complete it. All of our fencing at Weston Sawmill is pressure treated which prolongs the lifetime of the timber. This means our fencing will last you for years to come.
For your convenience, our fence panels come in a range of sizes and we also offer a made-to-measure service. Whether you’re looking for a low fence to protect your vegetable patch or a high fence to keep young children and pets enclosed, you can order your chosen fence style online or visit our lumber and nursery yard in Shropshire to browse our range in person.