How we build it
We start with the posts. They are set in concrete, upright and level, at a spacing that suits the slat length so the boards stay straight. The slats are then fixed one at a time from the bottom up, with a spacer between each to keep the gap exact. The top is trimmed or capped to finish cleanly. That is how we like to work, and it keeps the finished lines accurate along the whole length.
It takes more time than putting up ready-made panels, because every board is placed by hand. The reward is a fence that can be made to fit your boundary exactly, including steps and awkward corners, and one that looks even from end to end. A fence built this way will also be easier to repair, since individual boards can be replaced.
Screening and spacing
Closing the slats up gives a solid screen, which is what most people want beside a patio or a road. A small gap gives a lighter look and lets a little air through, which can help on a windy site. Larger gaps look more decorative than private. If you are worried about being seen from one particular place, point it out and we will plan around it.
Think about who looks at the fence and from where. A boundary seen from an upstairs window needs more cover than one at ground level. If you are unsure, tell us what you want to hide and we will suggest a spacing that does the job. Wind loading is a factor on open sites, so we do not stretch the post spacing to save time.
Garden boundary or roadside
At the back of a garden a slatted fence is mainly about privacy and appearance. Beside a road it also faces more weather and passing eyes, so a firm base, a clear bottom slat and tidy finishing matter more. Height limits can be different by a road, so check with your local council before planning anything tall. This is general information only. Our local knowledge helps us suggest sensible post depths and fixings for the ground we meet here.
Against vertical boards, slats look more modern but needs more care to build and need closer posts. For a plain shared boundary, vertical panels are often enough. For a feature fence, a front boundary or a screen to a seating area, horizontal slats are well worth a look. We are always happy to talk about what suits your boundary, whether slats or boards.
Quick tips
- Decide which parts of the fence need full privacy and which can have a small gap for light and air.
- Check height limits with your local council before planning a tall roadside fence, and keep deeds to hand.
- Ask us to keep the bottom slat clear of the soil so it can dry and last.
- Send a photo of the existing boundary, with a note of any steps or slopes, to help us plan.
If you want to talk about horizontal slatted fencing in Stourport-on-Severn, DY13, call us or send a photo and the fence location. We also work in Kidderminster, Bewdley, Areley Kings and Hartlebury, and there is no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
How is a horizontal slatted fence put together?
Posts go in concrete, upright and level, at a spacing that suits the slat length. The slats are then fixed one at a time from the bottom up, with a spacer keeping each gap exact. It takes longer than panels, as every board is placed by hand.
Does a slatted fence need a different approach beside a road?
A roadside fence faces more weather and passing eyes, so a firm base, a clear bottom slat and tidy finishing matter more. Height limits can differ by a road, so check with your local council. In Stourport-on-Severn we suggest post depths to suit the ground.
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