Calculate the materials needed for a wood privacy fence including pickets, rails, and posts.
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About this calculator
Overview
This calculator helps you plan a standard wood privacy fence. It estimates the number of vertical pickets, horizontal rails (2x4s), and posts (4x4s) required based on your total fence line length.
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Pro Tips
Standard post spacing is usually 8 feet on center.
Use 3 rails for fences 6 feet or taller to prevent warping.
Always buy 5-10% extra material to account for bad cuts or warped lumber.
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Fun Facts
"Most privacy fences use 6-inch wide pickets (actually 5.5 inches) with minimal spacing."
"Pressure-treated pine and cedar are the most common woods used for privacy fences due to rot resistance."
"Posts serve as the anchor for your fence and should be set at least 1/3 of their length into the ground."
