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Best Fencing for Dogs: Durable Metal Picket Fences Work Best for Climbers

I work for a lot of dog owners! When I’m putting in a fence for people with the big, active dogs, I always make extra certain...

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Hurricane Proof Fencing: Finding Fencing That Can Take a Beating

Not too long ago, a storm came through and knocked my power out for a few days. She also toppled nearly every fence in the ne...

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Installing a Child-Safe Pool Fence for Peace of Mind

Growing up in Florida, I used to desperately envy the kids that had pools. They would throw parties at any opportunity, and e...

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Ornamental Fence Gate Ideas: Design a Decorative Custom Gate

A large part of my design and building practice involves helping people take their gardens and yards to the next level. I lov...

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How to Choose a Fence That Doesn't Obstruct Your View: Metal Picket Fencing

In the 20th century, we tore out the walls inside homes to free up space and views, incorporated more glass in home design, a...

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For an Elegant, Maintenance-Free Black Fence, Try Powder-Coated Wrought Iron

I’ve had the great luck to work in some truly lovely old Victorian neighborhoods, with their streets lined by huge deciduous...

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Fencing for Industrial Sites That Secures Without Imprisoning

A former boss of mine recently complained about the money spent on repeatedly replacing a gate for his business. When I asked...

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Choosing and Installing Outdoor Railings for Stone Steps

When I was younger, I used to pretend that I lived in a castle. If I’m being honest, I sometimes even daydream about it as an...

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Choosing a Fence for an Outdoor Play Area

A few friends of mine with young children called me in to help them transform their backyard into a preschool play area. Spec...

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Fencing for a Residential Development: Choosing Materials Based on Value

You’ve probably been involved with a few housing development projects that slapped standard wooden security fencing up around...

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Attractive and Secure Fence Ideas for a Ranch Style House

When it comes time to put up a fence around your rancher, there is probably one type of fence that springs to mind first. Ran...

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Choosing a Privacy Fence for an Outdoor Shower That Holds Up

Twenty years ago, I generally encountered outdoor showers only when I went on a trip to a tropical or sub-tropical locale. Ha...

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