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When it comes to fences there are many types from which to choose. Spend some time before you buy looking at all your options so you can find the one that will be best for you. For many people a split rail fence is the perfect choice. When you select a split rail fence there will be a few other things you will need to decide. These include whether you want a two or three bar fence, whether or not you will install the fence yourself, and what type of material your new fence will be made from.

You will be fine with a two bar fence unless you have livestock you are trying to contain. Both two bar and three bar split rail fences will have the same classic look. Three bar split rail fences are much stronger than two bar types. They are the best option if you have large animals that you need to keep confined to a particular area.

Wood is the most popular material to use in the construction of a split rail fence. There are others materials that you can also find. It is getting easier to find split rail fences produced from plastic. These fences are almost maintenance free and can lower your costs. Although you will have a lower investment by using synthetic materials many people feel that they look cheap.

Split rail fences are usually found in more rustic environments and some people think plastic sticks out like a sore thumb. They believe in using natural materials. You can find plastic split rail fences that look almost identical to wood. When it comes to installation of rail fencing it really depends on your budget and your time. Installing the fence yourself can save you money but will take some time. Take a close look at your total budget and determine if you do it yourself or hire a professional to install it for you. Read more about the advantages of a rail fence.

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