Wood is such a magnificent building material, in my opinion. It’s strong, it’s beautiful, it’s easy to cut and shape, and it can be used to create delicious eye candy both inside and outside your home ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When it comes time to build a fence, many people think that concrete bases are the sturdiest bases for posts. However, this is actually far ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Putting up a fence sounds simple until you get to digging holes for the posts. Using a regular shovel might work for smaller jobs, but when ...

Dear James: We need more privacy and security, so I plan to build a board and batten fence on my level yard. Is this a good choice, and what are some construction tips? — Randy P. Dear Randy: With a ...