Stacked Split Rail Fence

Cedar also resists insect infestation.

Stacked split rail fence.

Split rail fences built this way are easy to put up and take down as needed. In addition to modifying the offset angle this style can also be installed in a straight line. A split rail fence or log fence also known as a zigzag fence worm fence or snake fence historically due to its meandering layout is a type of fence constructed out of timber logs usually cut lengthwise into rails and typically used for agricultural or decorative fencing. Western red cedar wood has a distinct color which left uncoated will weather to a silver gray color.

Rails were stacked in an interlocking zigzag pattern making them sturdy and self supporting. Cut logs in 8 to 16 foot lengths choosing logs that are roughly the same diameter between 3 to 5 inches. Most split rail fences have the rails stacked in an interlocking zig zag fashion that is self supporting easy to create easy to repair and easy to disassemble. Some timber fences have the rails stacked directly on top of each other and secured with double fence posts one on either side of the rails.

A split rail fence with supports. West virginia split rail is a us government approved vendor for wood fence products. Traditionally the rails are offset provide support. Weathered split rail discounted down an additional 20.

Nothing matches the look of rustic cedar split rail fencing. Western red cedar stacking rails in 10 lengths. Two 10 split rails. It s sawn snake rail fencing also known as zig zag or shenandoah stack rail brings back an era of pre civil war and adds a rustic charm to any park setting.

You can build a sturdy fence using whole round logs but split rails work especially. For a more modern take fence posts are drilled all the way through so that the rails can be inserted into the slots. Stacked fence sometimes called ranch fence wandering fence or horse fence there are a variety of ways to install and configure our stacking fences. Promotional prices listed here for in store and local deliveries only.

One regular line 2 hole post. No holes in ground needed but can stake for more support. Weathered split rail are available for in store purchases only. Western red cedar stack fences and cedar split rail fences have proven more weather resistant than those made of pine spruce and hemlock.

Add some wire mesh to make the enclosure more secure. Corner and end posts available. This fence is easy to install with prenotched posts. The starter post for this fence is sold separately.

2 in x 4 in x 8 ft natural western red cedar western red cedar wood fence top rail.