Dear James: I live in a house on a sloping lot and want to add a privacy fence around the backyard. How should I construct it so it looks good down the sloping side? — Diane K. Dear Diane: You have ...

Person nailing pickets to the rails of a privacy fence - Photovs/Getty Images Whether you have a dog that wants to bark at everything that happens in the adjoining yards or simply want a visual ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. A living fence is more than just a line of greenery—it’s a ...

The backyard has always been a significant feature in any home. Gone are the times that the look of a backyard is the last ...

Owning a home means you get your privacy and a space to call your own, but if you live close to your neighbors, your privacy may be limited. No matter how friendly they might be, you probably still ...

A new fence can often be the difference between an okay garden and one that you absolutely love spending time in. If an old, tired fence has been detracting from all the hard work you've put into your ...

Dear James: I think a picket fence would look good across my front and side yard. I have some saws and tools. Is this a project that the average DIYer can handle? — Jesse T. Dear Jesse: If you have ...

Their dogs were frenemies. But Andrea Becker and her neighbor got along, so when she fenced in her yard for her pup, Becker added a good neighbor gate in between their properties. Becker, a Seattle ...

Suppose all you want is a little privacy, but you're not concerned about keeping animals in or actually increasing the security of your yard. If those priorities were the case, there are few materials ...