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Fence style

Picket*

Classic charm that says “welcome home”.

A low fence of spaced vertical pickets on rails, traditionally painted timber, also available in aluminium. The classic front fence for period and heritage homes and cottage gardens.

Relative cost*
$$
Mid-range
Typical lifespan*
15–20+ yrs
With normal care
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Picket

Honest advice

Is a picket fence right for you?*

After 20+ years of building them, here’s when we’d recommend a picket fence, and when we’d point you to something else.

It’s a great fit if…

  • You have a period or cottage-style home

    Pickets suit Victorian, Edwardian and Californian bungalow homes, and are often expected in heritage streets.

  • You want a friendly, open street front

    It marks the boundary while keeping your house and garden on show, which many people feel is safer too.

  • You need to keep kids or pets in the front yard

    With closely spaced pickets and a latched gate, it keeps little ones in without closing you off.

  • You want to avoid permit headaches

    Low front fences usually sit well within height limits, though heritage areas may still have style rules.

You might prefer something else if…

  • You want a modern look

    Pickets can look out of place on a contemporary home. Slats suit modern facades better.

    Consider: Vertical or horizontal slat

  • You want privacy or less road noise

    A low, gappy fence gives almost no privacy and little noise or wind protection.

    Consider: Colorbond-style steel

  • You don’t want to repaint

    Painted timber pickets need sanding and repainting every 3–5 years. Aluminium pickets avoid this.

Request a quote or want to know more?

Tell us a little about your property and we’ll reply with honest advice on whether a picket fence suits, plus a fixed price in writing. No obligation.

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Colours and finishes

What colours can I choose?*

Aluminium pickets

Any colour

Any colour you choose. The metal is powder coated, so we can match almost anything: your house trim, a Colorbond colour or a custom shade.

Textures available:

  • Matt
  • Satin
  • Gloss
  • Textured
  • Woodgrain-look (aluminium)

Timber pickets

Natural, stained or painted

Painted in any colour you like. White is the classic choice for period homes.

Compare side by side*

Picket
Vertical or horizontal slat
Relative cost
$$ · Mid-range
$$$ · Upper mid-range
Typical lifespan
15–20+ yrs
15–25+ yrs
Maintenance
Medium (timber) / low (aluminium)
Low (aluminium) / medium (merbau)
Privacy
Low
Partial: small gaps
Best for
Period homes and front yards
Modern front fences and screens
Biggest upside
Classic, welcoming look for heritage homes
Strong street appeal with light and airflow
Biggest downside
Little privacy; timber needs repainting
Costs more per metre; not fully private

This guide is general information to help you compare options. Lifespans and costs vary with materials, site conditions and care. We’ll give you honest, specific advice when we measure up, even if it means a cheaper option.

Other fences

Other fence styles.*

Every gate can be built to match any of these.

Imagine pulling into your driveway tonight and loving what you see.

Book a free, no-pressure measure today. 20+ years of experience*, one simple form.

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Or call Nick on 0403 594 745