A home's fence could define the whole aesthetic of the house and boost its curb appeal. They are also multi-functional by keeping the residents safe, preventing animals or children from escaping the yard, or nosy neighbors from following your every move.

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Depending on the style of the fence homeowners prefer and their purpose for putting up the barrier, there are many different designs. Choosing one could cause owners to scratch their heads, but with some of the most interesting wood fence design ideas below, it could narrow down their choices:

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1. Country

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A home in the country always seems serene, down to earth, and like a place to recharge. It all starts with the home's fence, which provides the first glimpse of insight into this way of living.

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Even if your home isn't in the country, there are many wood fence ideas to draw some inspiration from for an urban home. These wooden fences are often unkempt in the country, with no varnish or paint giving them their rustic appearance. Just make sure to clean your fence to prevent the build-up of molds or mildew.

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Another way country homes incorporate natural elements into their wood fence design is by using logs or branches to complete the look. The tree trunks are cut to size and stacked on top of each other. The branches can be intertwined and fixed to regular fence posts.

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2. Classic

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Many prefer a more classic look for their wooden fence. There are many wood fence ideas for front yard, like a white picket fence—a firm favorite among homeowners. For a more interesting twist on this old stalwart, homeowners can opt for a design incorporating reclaimed wooden panels instead of brand-new planks.

A lattice fence will also make for a great addition on top of the fence. Use it as an inlay between the planks or a water drainage feature at the bottom of the wooden wall. Keeping it white will ensure that it retains its classic features while feeling more updated.

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3. Fun

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In stark contrast to the classical designs, homeowners could opt for a fun design for their wooden fences. They often don't shy away from bright colors or interesting shapes, including patterns and other elements in the fence design. Furthermore, designers can paint a new landscape or mural on a fence giving it extra character.

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Luckily, wood can be bent or cut into specific shapes and painted as there are several wood fence color ideas to choose from. It thus makes a perfect canvas for someone wanting to turn their fence into a row of pencils, soldiers at attention, or adding colored pebbles into holes in the wood.  

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4. Ornamental

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Somewhere between classic and fun, ornamental wooden fences are born. People who don't want to go as bright and jolly with a fun-looking barrier but still want to add a more decorated look to an otherwise classical wooden fence will choose an ornamental design.

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They will combine various kinds of lumber, install different lengths of worn pallet wood, or add garden fence decorations to the wood to round off the beautiful display. Others will create even more breathtaking views by adding creeper flower plants to cover some areas of the fence.

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Plants make for a private yet gorgeous inlay for a wooden planter fence. The density of the leaves and stems will cover the open spaces between the wood and create a lovely display of color when the plants start to flower.

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5. Creative

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Creativity isn't everyone's strong suit, but for those with some artistic flair that prefer a wooden fence that is less than ordinary, there are creative ways of recycling or upcycling wooden items to turn them into the perfect wall for any yard.

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Items like window frames, doors, room dividers, and ceiling panels make for creative solutions to surround the home. Moreover, they are easy to paint or maintain and more eco-friendly. Saving the home from boredom while taking care of mother nature seems like a win-win situation. Another creative way of putting up fencing is by alternating vertical planks on either side of horizontal slats, giving the impression of a woven wooden fence.

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Residents in other neighborhoods could struggle with graffiti, or their children would take to the fence with their art supplies. In this case, why not add a layer of black chalkboard paint over the wood and let the children decorate it to their heart's content?

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Conclusion

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Thinking of a wooden fence will stir up memories of all different kinds of walls, barriers, and enclosures, but most of all, people could connect emotionally with a certain aesthetic. After all, they should be comfortable showing off their choice to the whole neighborhood while enjoying their view from the home.

With this article's exciting ideas, homeowners can quickly find the look that will suit their personality and needs by fencing it all in.

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