- 1). Choose wood for its simplicity and beauty. Wood is a popular fencing material because of its low cost, versatility and attractive character. Choose durable woods like cedar, redwood and locust, treated to resist rotting. Dig post holes and connect crossbars. Connect slats to the crossbars. Do required periodic maintenance like repairing loose slats, replacing fasteners and painting to keep your wood fence looking its best.
- 2). Make a solid wall with brick. Brick is another popular choice because of its sturdiness and durability. Dig a concrete footer for the wall about a foot deep, then dig further into an L-shape. Mix concrete and pour into the trench. Smooth the top into a flat surface. Allow to dry and cure according to package directions. When fully dry, lay bricks with a small space between for mortar. Stagger brick placement on each successive row to give interest to the wall. Apply mortar on top of each layer and between spaces. Continue to desired level. You should build a double wall (two rows wide, one in front of the other) to give extra stability. Maintenance is minimal: just wash down with a hose when dirty. Patch the mortar in between bricks as required.
- 3). Use stone fencing for old-fashioned charm. Stone is very durable and requires no maintenance. Granite and limestone are popular stones for building fences. Use flat stones as solid footing for the fence, then a variety of shapes and sizes are added to give interest to the fence. Pile stones row by row to the desired height. Add mortar between stones to give the fence more stability.
- 4). Consider more unusual materials. Bamboo, cane or reed fencing that is tied together within fencepost sections is a unique way to add privacy and beauty to your property. Bamboo is a naturally durable that is interwoven with galvanized wire to hold the reeds together. Split cane is also woven together with wire. Dig holes and set fence posts. Add crossbars. Unroll bamboo or reed along crossbars evenly and secure. Use reed fencing, often found in the American Southwest, to use alone or as a natural-looking covering for chain-link fencing. It adds warmth and blends in well with natural surroundings.
- 5). For the most natural of fencing materials, use nature itself. Evergreen bushes and trees planted close together make a beautiful privacy screen for any yard. Maintain your natural fence with regular pruning, feeding and pest control.
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