Choose the Right Picket Fence for Your Home

Post published:February 9, 2016
Post category:Fencing Tips General

Picket fences have been gracing American yards since Colonial times. The early fences were probably made from whatever wood was readily available. The open design stretched resources because the pickets alternated with open space. The slats only needed to be close enough to keep animals, and possibly kids, from getting in or out of a yard.

Picket fences have become a symbol of domestic happiness. Aside from symbolism, though, these classic fences are versatile and practical. A picket fence can be dressed up or down, made fancy or remain unadorned.

If you’re looking for a fence that doesn’t block the view, the open design and short height of a picket fence may be the answer. Before you decide on a style, consider the following variations on this popular theme.

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Wood Fence Winter Maintenance Tips

Post published:January 19, 2016
Post category:Fencing Tips Products & Services

Are you looking for ways to extend the life of a wood fence? Winter weather in the Pacific Northwest is hard on all types of structures. Months of wet weather leaves its mark.

Whether your fence is cedar, pressure treated or some other type of wood, it will last longer if you take simple precautions.

Heads Up!

Storms blow through Oregon and Washington all winter long. Rain, wind, snow and freezing conditions cause tree branches to break and debris to fall.

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Make the Grade With a Chain Link Fence

Post published:December 1, 2015
Post category:Fencing Tips

Chain link fences are versatile. They’re used to secure property, surround athletic fields and add style to backyards. They’re great at keeping kids and pets from straying into the street, or wildlife from invading a garden. Chain link comes in a variety of strengths and styles. It takes a bit of research to find the right type of fence for your needs.

At Pacific Fence, we work hard to make sure our customers find the right fencing for their projects. This summary of chain link fencing types will give you an idea of the variety of fencing available. Contact us if you need more information about our fences.
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Best Types of Fences for the Pacific Northwest

Post published:October 9, 2015
Post category:Fencing Tips

When building a fence, it’s important to consider the styles of fences available to you. Regional weather will expose fences to different elements, all of which can have an effect on your fence’s integrity and appearance over time.

Here in the Pacific Northwest, we face several different environmental forces; in particular, rain and wind. Wood in particular requires maintenance, as this material is porous and subject to rot, moss growth, and other issues. However, fence structure can help to make the most of this climate and help you maintain your fence for years to come.

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What Type of Fence Should I Choose for My Pool?

Post published:March 24, 2015
Post category:Fencing Tips General Home Care

Having a pool on your property is undoubtedly an enviable luxury — yet there are one or two issues, namely safety and privacy. A fence can solve both those issues — but which fence should you choose for your pool? It depends on where your priorities lie. Read on to learn more.

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Best Types of Fencing for Horses

Post published:February 4, 2015
Post category:Fencing Tips

(Updated Sept. 24, 2020)

Owning or boarding horses requires planning, space, and a firm commitment. When it comes to horse fencing ideas, there are several factors to take into consideration.

Terrain
The terrain over and through which your fence will run plays a big factor in determining the type of horse fencing system you need. The type of fencing and fence materials for flat terrain may differ significantly from fence lines that need to cover rough or uneven ground.
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20 Ways to Repurpose Bicycles into Fences

Post published:September 26, 2013
Post category:Fun Stuff

In Portland there are two things people love dearly: Bicycles and Recycling. So what happens when these two worlds collide? Check out the 20 photos below of bicycles magically repurposed into fences and gates. These bike fences are both creative and ingenious ways to put an old bicycle back to good use.

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How to Clean a Fence with your own Cleaner Solution

Post published:September 2, 2011
Post category:Fencing Tips Home Care

If you are going to re-stain your fence or deck you need to make sure you properly clean the surface area prior to applying the new stain. Properly cleaning the material ensures that the stain you apply will adhere properly and last longer. Proper cleaning of the wood will also bring the fence back to life and make it look newer. Over time, dirt, mold, moss, grease and other materials can adhere to the fence…

Using Lattice Around Your House

Post published:August 11, 2011
Post category:Home Care

If you are like most people, the exterior of your home isn't aesthetically friendly all the way around. Maybe you have a deck that you use the underside for storage or have a firewood pile that is an eye soar. There are a couple of options to take care of these areas, one of them being to build a fence around them and block the view. However building a fence may not always be the…

Tips for Installing a Gate on a Slope

Post published:July 29, 2011
Post category:Fencing Tips

First off, if you can avoid installing a gate on a slope, do it. Installing a gate on a hillside presents quite a few challenges and if it can be avoided try to install the gate in a flat area with as little slope as possible. In fact, installing a gate in a flat area can be challenging enough for the inexperienced. If you think about it, installing a gate on a hillside will present…