Ultimate Guide to Fences, Arbors & Trellises: Plan, Design, Build [ Site planning -- Tools and materials for fences -- Fence designs -- Wood fences -- Metal fences -- Vinyl fences -- Specialty fences -- Gates -- Finishing and repairs -- Trellises and arbors design guide -- Tools and materials for trellises and arbors -- Trellis projects -- Arbor projects -- Plants for trellises and arbors. ]

1st ed., 2nd printing ; 287 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm ; ISBN 9781580113908, 1580113907 ; OCLC 191954778 ; LCCN 2007933859 ; LOC No TH4965 .U48 2008 ; stiff paper wrappers ; Fences & Gates: Plan, Design, Build is aimed at homeowners who would like to install a fence on their property to provide privacy, security, and beauty, or to contain domesticated animals. Anyone who has considered installing a fence can use this book to determine what kind of fence to choose and how to erect it. The book offers a practical combination of design, planning, and construction information. All types of fences are covered, including traditional picket styles and more modern board fences. Wood fences and gates are featured, but there are also chapters on vinyl, chain-link, and other utilitarian systems, such as underground electric pet fences. Individual chapters explain material options and show with step-by-step photo sequences how to install, finish, and repair many types of posts, rails, and gates.; Contents: Site planning -- Tools and materials for fences -- Fence designs -- Wood fences -- Metal fences -- Vinyl fences -- Specialty fences -- Gates -- Finishing and repairs -- Trellises and arbors design guide -- Tools and materials for trellises and arbors -- Trellis projects -- Arbor projects -- Plants for trellises and arbors. ; writing on top of title page ; else FINE.…