The most important component when constructing a timber fence 
is to use treated hardwood posts which are H4 treated. 

We use the standard size 100x75mm (unless stated) which are concreted into the ground.​The most important component when constructing a timber fence is to use treated hardwood posts which are H4 treated. 

We use the standard size 100x75mm (unless stated) which are concreted into the ground. Treated timbers are rated as per below-H1 should only ever be used for indoor use-H2 is somewhat more durable, but again best for indoor use-H3 treated pine can be used outdoors, if above ground & areas prone to moderate weather-H4 is fine to use in the ground & minimises the likely attack by insects (including termites)-H5 is a good option for areas that see large amounts of rain-H6 can be used in marine applications.

You can then decide on pine or hardwood rails (usually 3 @ 100x38mm) which are batten screwed to posts with galvanised screws 
followed by your choice of palings which are fixed with galvanised nails & are usually pine or hardwood. Heights of timber fences are a personal choice depending on your needs.
They can be as low as a 900mm fence for a picket fence, the standard timber fence is 1800mm high & you may go as high as 2000mm before having to get a permit from the council.

Paling fences are the most cost-effective type of fence. 

The palings are butted together with the top been cut to a line similar to the ‘lay of the land’. 

You can also have a 16mm gap between each paling which allows air flow & visibility through the fence.

Lap fences are where palings are installed with a 50mm gap between each, 
with this sequence repeated over the 1st paling creating a lap. 

This style of fence increases visual privacy & 
has a better sound proofing quality than the standard paling fences.

Capped fences have a continuous length of timber on the top of the fence 
creating a very strong, durable fence & adds to life expectancy as the cap protects the timber ends.

Sleeper base can be incorporated into most styles of timber fencing 
& especially recommended when ground levels are either uneven, the fence is in direct contact with gardens, lawns, mulch or to increase the height of the fence.

Lap Cap & Sleeper is the best of the best with the timber options.

Obviously, it is going to be the most expensive as it ticks all the boxes for
 privacy, sound proofing, extra strength, life expectancy &/or to increase the height.

Palings with gap, you can select the width of the gap, 
with the most common being a 16mm gap between each paling. 

This style is common when privacy is not essential, 
with the option to have air flow or maybe the visual opportunity to see through this fence. 

There are slightly less materials here, but more labour intensified, 
so priced about the same as a standard paling fence.

Colonial or Picket Top, tend to be lower fences & are great if you don’t want to block your view but still want to be able to know that your small animals & children are secure within your section. 
A wide variety of styles available to choose from to match your home 
(especially the beautiful Queenslander) or your garden design.

Random Finish is exactly as its namesake, you can really let your imagination go wild. 
These fences are usually different sized hardwood, or a dressed timber of your choice 
usually fixed to rails vertically or on an angle to create a feature to your home.

Rural Fences, these beautiful timber post & rail fences create a stunning impression 
of your property, farm, animal enclosure or home. 

The solid & durable look can be created by using 2, 3 or 4 rails set at various heights 

The rails used can be poles, logs, sleepers, recycled timbers, round or square. 

Composite​ offers a low maintenance timber, made from recycled plastic and waste wood fibre. 

These slats give the look of a well finished timber board & can be fixed horizontally or vertically, 
or over an existing wall to create a stunning feature. 

The boards are fixed with screws inserted through the front face of the board where the screw head will be visible.

Exposed Posts can be a feature which can be left as, edged, sanded, or stained/painted
 to make them stand out even more.  

These posts are usually larger than the standard posts.

Raked & Tapered, cutting the top or bottom of the fence to match the contour of the land. 

This procedure increases the cost of fence as it requires more labour 
however it eliminates most of the significant gaps.

Stepped, installed to stay as close as possible to the ground gives the fence a straight look at the top of the fence. 

At the bottom there is often gaps bigger at one end of the panel. 

These gaps can often be covered with retaining, garden, or sleepers as per this photo.

Slats look fantastic & can be used for fences, gates, privacy or decorative screens, enclosures etc, 
they also look great with other material combinations or in between pillars 

Gates are normally fabricated to fit the fence opening once fence is installed. 

Generally using a 25x25mm galvanised steel frame with the palings, pickets etc fixed using galvanised screws. 

Timber gates often have a hand hole with a standard d-latch but can also accommodate a lock latch

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