This complete guide to building a picket fence, with its comprehensive and easy-to-follow instructions, takes you through every step of the way. Included are detailed sections on selecting a fence appropriate for your house, siting the fence and gates, tools and materials, and construction. Its filled with over 100 period and contemporary designs- with each fence rated for its value as a property screen, security fence, environmental buffer and ease of construction. This makes choosing a fence best suited for your needs easy! With helpful illustrations and photographs clearly depicting construction techniques, this makes building your new fence quick, easy, and cost-effective.