In the July 1994 issue, Popular Mechanics published a timeless how-to on making your own picket fence. We've updated the approach since then, but many of the ideas, tactics, and tools remain the same ...

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Kind of an uppity fence, but depending on the right wood you could find one that’s more down to earth. Si down that it’s partly in the earth, because it’s a fence. The most popular timbers for picket ...

Which picket fence is best? The right picket fence can add a personal touch to your front or backyard while deterring unwanted animals such as dogs or even deer from entering. It can also keep pets ...

Desperado, you’ve been out ridin’ fences for far too long so check out the 5 easiest fences to install yourself. I have a friend who sings that song so beautifully; he’s a little 28-year-old ...