Styles of Cuts For Top Of Wood Fences
In our previous article, we discussed different wood privacy fence styles based on how the vertical boards are attached to the fence rails. Today, we will focus on alternative techniques to give your privacy fence a unique appearance.
While the method of attaching the boards to the rails determines the overall aesthetic, there are various ways to cut the top of the boards, adding individuality to your fence.
One simple approach is leaving the top of the fence board uncut, creating a flat surface. Another popular style is the Dog Ear, where the upper corners of the board are truncated, leaving a flat central segment. These styles are commonly seen in rural or rustic settings.
For more intricate cuts, you can create a pointed apex on the board. This includes Gothic or French Gothic fences, with a subtype that involves removing small circular sections from either side just below the point. A Colonial topped board (pictured to the right) has a straightforward point without indentations beneath it, while a Spanish topped post has swift incisions before ascending toward the apex.
Another option is the Wedgewood-topped fence, which features a 45-degree diagonal cut from one top corner of the vertical board to the opposing edge. The boards are alternated to create a dual-point configuration, resulting in the appearance of a singular point between them.
Another option is the Wedgewood-topped fence, which features a 45-degree diagonal cut from one top corner of the vertical board to the opposing edge. The boards are alternated to create a dual-point configuration, resulting in the appearance of a singular point between them.
In addition to unique top caps for privacy fence boards, post caps offer another way to add a distinctive look. These caps can be made from wood, vinyl, or copper, and popular designs include Federal, Island, Harbor, or Backstreet styles.
Different conventional top shapes for boards exist as well. A shallow, downward semi-circle cut between posts is known as a “scalloped” or “concave” spaced board fence, while an upward semi-circle is called a “convex” spaced board fence. Other styles are defined by the cuts at the top of the boards.
Lastly, common fence tops contribute to the fence’s stature and distinctiveness. Lattice tops are often seen, as displayed in the header of this web page, and ivy-patterned tops offer another possibility.
For a comprehensive understanding of your fencing options, feel free to reach out to Midwest Fence today at 651-451-2222.