Wood Fence Styles
From classic stockade to modern horizontal — find the perfect wood fence style for your property. Get instant material estimates with Lowe's pricing.
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Each style has unique characteristics — click to see full details and a material estimate.
Full Privacy
$ Budget-Friendly
Stockade Fence
Dog-ear pickets side by side — Classic privacy fence
Heights: 4', 5', 6', 8'|simple build
Materials est. (100 LF)$11.97–$16.76/ft
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Full Privacy
$$ Mid-Range
Board-on-Board Fence
Overlapping boards on both sides — Premium privacy with depth
Heights: 4', 5', 6', 8'|moderate build
Materials est. (100 LF)$12.99–$18.19/ft
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Semi-Private
$$ Mid-Range
Shadowbox Fence
Alternating boards with gaps — Better airflow and light
Heights: 4', 5', 6', 8'|moderate build
Materials est. (100 LF)$12.99–$18.19/ft
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Full Privacy
$$$ Premium
Estate Fence
Flat-top pickets with cap rail and trim — Premium elegance
Heights: 4', 5', 6', 8'|complex build
Materials est. (100 LF)$19.49–$27.29/ft
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Decorative
$ Budget-Friendly
Picket Fence
Spaced vertical boards — Decorative and welcoming
Heights: 3', 3.5', 4', 5'|simple build
Materials est. (100 LF)$10.6–$14.84/ft
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Full Privacy
$$ Mid-Range
Horizontal Fence
Modern horizontal boards — Contemporary design statement
Heights: 4', 5', 6', 8'|moderate build
Materials est. (100 LF)$13.64–$19.1/ft
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Semi-Private
$$ Mid-Range
Picket Shadowbox Fence
1x4 dog-ear pickets in alternating shadowbox pattern — HOA spec
Heights: 4', 5', 6', 8'|moderate build
Materials est. (100 LF)$18.16–$25.42/ft
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Semi-Private
$$$ Premium
Lattice Top Fence
Privacy base with decorative lattice top panel
Heights: 5', 6', 8'|complex build
Materials est. (100 LF)$17.27–$24.18/ft
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Quick Comparison
| Style | Privacy | Complexity | Price Range | Est. $/ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockade | Full Privacy | simple | budget | $11.97–$16.76 |
| Board-on-Board | Full Privacy | moderate | mid-range | $12.99–$18.19 |
| Shadowbox | Semi-Private | moderate | mid-range | $12.99–$18.19 |
| Estate | Full Privacy | complex | premium | $19.49–$27.29 |
| Picket | Decorative | simple | budget | $10.6–$14.84 |
| Horizontal | Full Privacy | moderate | mid-range | $13.64–$19.1 |
| Picket Shadowbox | Semi-Private | moderate | mid-range | $18.16–$25.42 |
| Lattice Top | Semi-Private | complex | premium | $17.27–$24.18 |
Estimates based on 100 linear feet of 6' tall fence with pressure-treated pine. Cedar pricing approximately 40% higher. Prices may vary by location.
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