Types of Fences – The Home Depot

Sometimes your fences need to serve a very specific function. When thats the case, check out the specialty fences designed to meet those needs while delivering style to your space, such as:

Contoured or stepped fences: If your yard is sloped, you can choose between a contoured or stepped fence. The rails of a contoured fence follow the slope of the ground while a stepped fence features fence posts that run downhill in a series of steps, so that the slope of each subsequent post drops accordingly.

Pool fences: If you have a pool in your yard, you may be required to install a pool fence for safety. Check your local building codes and regulations for specific pool safety standards before installation.

Invisible fencing: For pets that tend to wander off, an in-ground invisible fence allows you to set specific boundaries. Invisible fences work by sounding a sharp alarm and mild static correction if the dog nears the border.

Horse and livestock fencing: If you have horses or livestock, keep them contained while protecting them against injury with galvanized steel class-one coating fences and flexible vinyl rail fences. Both give way when struck to minimize leg injuries due to high-force kicking. Think of a bend, but dont break rule of thumb.

The galvanized steel, class-one coating fences stretch and conform to rough terrain as they are woven rather than welded and resist sagging. The vertical mesh adds stability and flexibility.

Vinyl rail fencing is designed specifically to contain horses and other large animals. Its constructed with continuous polymer or high-tensile wire technology that allows the fence to flex upon impact to reduce injury.

Barbed wire fencing: Barbed wire fences are also good for covering large acreage and containing livestock and other thicker-skinned animals. They can be electrified and come with a convenient carrier reel.

Tip: For images of the most popular fence styles, including squared, dog eared, gothic and more, check out our fencing gallery.

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Types of Fences - The Home Depot