Wood is such a magnificent building material, in my opinion. It’s strong, it’s beautiful, it’s easy to cut and shape, and it can be used to create delicious eye candy both inside and outside your home ...

Wood fencing, while visually pleasing, relatively cheap in comparison to other fence materials, and good for the environment, also requires a lot of maintenance. If you don't do that maintenance, you ...

Install fence posts at least 3 feet deep, with tops cut at an angle, to allow them to shed precipitation. At the time that you install your fence, try to put aside a few pieces of matching wood for ...

Q: One of our front yard fence posts isn’t holding up its end of the bargain due to old age. How can I quickly replace a rotten anchor post? A: This time of year in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, we ...

A new fence can add more privacy to your home and can help provide security to your pets and children. In addition to this, it may even improve curb appeal and property value. Regardless of your ...

I want to install an inexpensive, yet attractive fence to keep people (not wildlife) from cutting across my yard. What is an easy-to-install ...

Building codes vary among municipalities and towns, so check to see what’s required before you start your project. Since you’ll be digging post holes, Christofora recommends calling 811 in your state ...