Q. I plan to build a privacy wood fence, and I’ve got many questions, not the least of which is how to secure horizontal wood framing members to the vertical fence posts so the weight of the fencing ...

Q.Wood fencing is my next project. My wife loves wood fences, and I feel they are attractive. What do I need to know to ensure this project is a success? What is a good wood fence post? Should I ...

Dear James: I live in a house on a sloping lot and want to add a privacy fence around the backyard. How should I construct it so it looks good down the sloping side? — Diane K. Dear Diane: You have ...

Good fences make good neighbors, but how do you make a good fence, exactly? After all, it’s not just a question of marking the division between two pieces of property. Do you and your neighbor both ...

Q. I just moved into a house with a small lot. I would like some privacy in the backyard, so I want to build a panel fence. The yard slopes, so please give me some advice on building it myself. A.

In this DIY video, learn how to efficiently stain a fence using a sprayer for even, drip-free coverage. The project features ...

Q. What’s involved in restoring and staining a grayed-out fence? A. Returning a sun-faded fence to its former brightness is an ideal DIY project. Power washing is the most efficient way to clean a ...

I’m following up on the last column about fences. If you didn’t get a chance to read it, do an internet search with my name and you’ll find it on the site of the newspaper your reading now. You’ll ...