Wood

Features/Benefits

• Best Choice for countryside fencing
• Natural Beauty
• Strength
• Longevity
• Stainability

Styles

While standard Western Red Cedar can be used in virtually any style, it is especially prevalent as split rail.

Availability

Across the USA and Canada

Features/Benefits

• Poplar is treated for rot and insect resistance & Locust is naturally resistant
• They are typically used together due to low availability of Locust wood

Styles

Typically used to create West Virginia Split Rail fence systems, in 2, 3, or 4-rail systems. Common railing is 2-rail, 3-rail, or 4-rail systems consisting of rails and posts. Posts are typically installed 10’ 4” on center providing 10’ spans between posts. Rails are tapered at each end and are placed into holes in the Post for vertical alignment.

Availability

Typically New England down the coastal areas to Florida.

Features/Benefits

• Durable and decay resistant

Color

White or light tan

Stainable?

Yes

Fence Height

3’, 4’, 5’, 6’, & 8’

Actual Widths

2 ⅞”, 3 ½”, 5 ½”, 7 ½”

Specialty Style

Northern White Cedar round post and rail fences, popular in the New England area.

Availability

Typically Michigan to New England area