Horizontal Fence Week continues! After Monday’s hit Bed Stuy backyard makeover, we saw a surge in interest about horizontal fences and asked readers to send us their own fence pics. The photo above is ...

Dear Pat: I need to install a fence around my backyard. I was thinking of going with a board type of fencing. Are there other designs I should consider, and what are some construction tips? — Tracy F.

A wood fence is an excellent addition to any yard, providing security and privacy to the home. The boards, posts, and caps can be treated with transparent sealant to display the natural grain of the ...

A semi-private fence sounds like a compromise. Turns out, it's actually a strategy. Here's what most homeowners get wrong about yard privacy.