Wood Fence Styles in Brandon, MS
Wood fencing comes in a handful of styles that each serve a different purpose, whether that is privacy, curb appeal, or keeping pets contained without blocking the view. Here is a look at the styles we install most often around Brandon and what each one is best suited for.
Privacy Fencing
Privacy fencing uses tightly spaced vertical boards with no gaps, typically standing 6 feet tall, to block sightlines completely between yards. It is the most common style for backyards where homeowners want full seclusion for a pool, patio, or play area. Pressure treated pine and cedar both work well for this style, and the boards can be left natural, stained, or painted.
Picket Fencing
Picket fencing uses shorter, evenly spaced boards, usually 3 to 4 feet tall, with gaps between each one. It is more decorative than functional, marking a front yard boundary or garden bed without blocking the view from the street. Pointed, flat, or dog eared picket tops are all common choices depending on the look a homeowner wants.
Shadowbox Fencing
Shadowbox fencing alternates boards on opposite sides of the rails, so the fence looks finished from both your yard and your neighbor’s. It is a popular choice when a fence sits on a shared property line and both sides want a clean appearance. It offers a bit more airflow than solid privacy fencing while still blocking most direct sightlines. For help deciding between styles and materials, our wood fence installation page covers the full process.
Not Sure Which Style Fits Your Yard?
We can walk your property, show you samples of each style, and help you land on something that fits both your budget and how you use the space.
frequently asked questions
Privacy fencing is the most requested style, mostly for backyards with pools, patios, or play areas where full seclusion matters most.
Yes, this is common. Many homeowners use privacy fencing in the backyard and switch to a shorter picket style along the front for curb appeal.
It typically costs a bit more since it uses more boards per foot, but the difference is usually modest compared to the overall project cost.
6 feet is standard, though some neighborhoods allow up to 8 feet. We check local rules before finalizing height on any project.
Yes, though once it gets much taller than that it starts to function more like a privacy fence and loses the open, decorative look picket fencing is known for.
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