A horizontal fence is a must-have item in your garden or yard if privacy is something that matters to you. But just because you’re putting a horizontal fence into your yard, doesn’t mean it has to take away from the natural beauty of your landscaping! Chain link or white picket fences aren’t the only horizontal fence options, keep reading for more garden and yard fencing ideas.
Standard Pine Horizontal Fence
I’m starting things off with a classic horizontal fence idea! To complete this project, head to your local hardware store for 2x4s and 4x4x8 wooden posts. Of course, the amount of wood you’ll need depends on the size and height of your fence, so make sure to plan accordingly. DIYers should dig out holes in the ground for the 4x4x8 wooden posts (adhere with concrete) before sliding in the horizontal fence pieces. Attach the horizontal 2x4s into the wooden posts with a screw gun. Don’t forget to finish off your project with a coat of stain or wooden sealant!
Gabion Stone and Wood Horizontal Fence
Mix things up with an alternating wood and rock horizontal fence. To complete this horizontal fence, you will want to use gabions (or wire baskets) to hold your rocks. This DIY project is a massive undertaking that may take a few weekends to complete, but the finished look of the fence is absolutely unbeatable. DIYers can find affordable Gabion baskets on Amazon here.
Horizontal Pallet Fence
Finally! Another project that will put all of your unused pallets to good use! I love the rustic appeal of a horizontal fence made out of pallets. After assembling fence posts two pallets wide around the perimeter of your yard, one should stack two pallets on top of one another and secure with a screw gun. Repeat the process until your entire yard is fenced in and finish your fence off with a coat of paint.
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Aluminum Fencing (With A Gate)
If privacy isn’t super important to you, but keeping out the pests (or any intruders) is part of your game plan, try out a horizontal aluminum fence like the one below. This modern fence has a sliding gate that will open when prompted to welcome guests to your home. A fence like this is one of those that you would be proud to show off!
Aluminum Slat Fencing
If you like your horizontal fences easy to assemble and completely beautiful, check out this aluminum slat fencing kit on Amazon for an affordable $335.99 per set. I love this aluminum fencing because you can cut it to fit the height (and the length) that you want each piece to be. The customization options are absolutely endless and it’s one of the easiest fences on the list to create on your own!
Horizontal Privacy Fence
Backyard privacy isn’t ugly with this incredible horizontal fence! Once again, you will want to dig the fence posts into the ground and pour concrete around them before moving on to the next part of the project. It’s crucial that your fence posts are secure, as this is what keeps your fence upright and sturdy! Even spacing (of about three inches) in between boards is what gives this horizontal fence its modern appeal.
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