Suppose all you want is a little privacy, but you're not concerned about keeping animals in or actually increasing the security of your yard. If those priorities were the case, there are few materials ...

Dear James: I just moved into a house with a small lot. I would like some privacy in the backyard, so I want to build a panel fence. The yard slopes, so please give me some advice on building it ...

Adding a fence to your yard is a great way to increase the privacy, security, and curb appeal of your home. That said, fences can be expensive to install, even if you do it yourself. But not every ...

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A simple style choice can boost backyard privacy and upgrade the look of outdoor spaces at the same time, creating a cozy ...

Owning a home means you get your privacy and a space to call your own, but if you live close to your neighbors, your privacy may be limited. No matter how friendly they might be, you probably still ...

Dear James: I live in a house on a sloping lot and want to add a privacy fence around the backyard. How should I construct it so it looks good down the sloping side? — Diane K. Dear Diane: You have ...

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A privacy fence can serve many purposes. It can tie the aesthetic of your yard together, bringing consistency and shape to an amorphous space. It can also prevent kids and pets from straying out of ...

Q. I just moved into a house with a small lot. I would like some privacy in the backyard, so I want to build a panel fence. The yard slopes, so please give me some advice on building it myself. A.