Do you know the difference among a boundary, privacy, and security
fence? Or what a Good Neighbor fence is? Or a dry stonewall? You might
know about living hedges but what about snow fences? Adding a wall or
fence to your property can be a major decision. It requires good design
and good thinking to identify the best style, design, and material to
meet your needs. Originally, fences and walls were constructed primarily
for protection. Today, they are built for privacy, security, as well as
protection from noise and headlights. This new book helps you select the
wall or fence that suits your property and your fancy! A fence can be a
decoration (think of those cute upright white pickets), hide an ugly
view (such as trash cans or a/c units), block the sound of passing
vehicles, enclose the swimming pool, or create a new outdoor room.
Sometimes used as a backdrop for the garden, framing views, creating
vistas, and providing perspective, you want a wall or fence to blend
into the background; sometimes you want it to make a statement. Explore
a wide range of styles and designs, in a variety of materials and
quality grades. Hundreds of examples are shown in 316 full color photos,
offering a comprehensive reference for homeowners, architects,
landscapers, and builders.
