Answer: A board and batten fence can be very attractive while providing the benefits of privacy, security and a windbreak. The fact that your yard is level will make it relatively simple to install.

Dear James: We have a new unpleasant neighbor, so we want to build a low-cost board style of fencing ourselves. What is a good design to build to block the ...

A stockade fence, with the boards placed tightly against one another, creates an entirely solid fence. It is very effective, but not the most interesting or attractive design.