Wood Fence Calculator
Total Pickets Needed
0
Includes 5% waste factor
4x4 Posts Needed
0
2x4 Rails Needed
0
Concrete Bags (50lb)
0
Painting by hand takes forever.
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Wagner Control Spray Max
The Time Saver: Stain your entire fence in 2 hours instead of 2 days. Pays for itself immediately.
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Simpson Strong-Tie Fence Brackets
Stronger than nails: Use these brackets to attach rails to posts. Prevents the fence from sagging later.
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Ready Seal Exterior Stain (5 Gal)
Goof-Proof: This stain requires no back-brushing and never leaves lap marks. Best for DIYers.
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Building a privacy fence is a significant investment. This free fence calculator breaks down the four main components you need to buy: Posts, Rails, Pickets, and Concrete.
1. Post Spacing (8ft vs 6ft)
Standard fence sections are 8 feet long. However, if you live in a high-wind area or want a stronger fence, select 6 feet. This will increase the number of posts and concrete bags you need but prevents the fence from blowing over.
2. Picket Styles
- 6-inch Dog Ear: The most common, affordable privacy fence.
- Board on Board: Pickets overlap each other to eliminate gaps. This provides 100% privacy but requires approx 30% more lumber.
3. Concrete Requirements
You cannot set a fence post in loose dirt. Our tool estimates 1.5 bags of concrete per post (50lb bags), which is the standard for a 2-foot deep hole.