When you're installing or replacing a fence in the garden, you need to work out the best height before you startAre there any rules and regulations?These vary depending on your local authority but generally, walls and fences in back garden should be a maximum height of two metres (just over six and a half feet) and half this height of one metre (or 3.2 feet) in front gardens.You will need to apply to your local council for planning permission if your fence is more than one metre hig …

There are sometimes situations that call for something a bit more intricate than traditional fencing, which is which a bit of a shocking twist can make all the difference. Below is a check list of all the items you will need to build an electric fence.Electric fencing checklistFor guidance only, this is a rough list of what contractors will need to safely install an electric fence safely and expertly: • Battery (where applicable)• Conductor• Posts• Insulators• Earthing stake• Warning signs …

Your garden fence is an important part of your home: it marks out, protects and secures your garden. The good news is you can erect your own garden fence panels with a bit of help, the right tools and our step-by-step guide. Here's how to get it right first time.Step 1Remove any old fencing and also any plants that are along your boundary line; you can always re-plant them once the fence is up. Then use a string line to determine where your fence will go, hanging it between the two en …

Nothing makes a garden look messy like a broken-down, old fence panel. But there are only so many times you can nail a fence panel back up. Here's how to get that fence replaced properly so it looks great and lasts for a long time.Step 1Use a crowbar or hammer to prise away the old panel. This can be a dangerous job so it's best if you get someone to help you. Step 2Dig out the old post, including the concrete at the bottom too. Ensure the hole is 65-70cm deep so your new post stays secur …

Setting fence posts is an essential part of installing your own fencing. Fence posts hold your whole fencing up so are key to any fence construction. Setting a fence post isn't overly complicated but it must be done properly to ensure that your fence line stays set, secure and erect for years. Why set fence posts? Installing quality fencing keeps your property, garden, animals and family secure and safe. So, start this DIY task off right, by knowing how to set fence posts, and the r …

If you're looking for some quick and easy ways you can spruce up your garden this summer there are some easy rules to follow that will make all the difference.1. Create LinesBreaking up the space in your garden with different borders and boundaries is a simple but effective way of adding interest and creating clever design. If you don’t like the look of your fences, take a look at our timber fence range but if you just want to disguise them for now, use something like hazel hurdles or bamboo scr …

Agricultural fencing has long been used by humans to keep animals in or out of certain areas. So find out everything you need to know about agricultural fencing in our guide below…Choosing a traditional style Simple post and rail fencing is one of the most traditional types of agricultural fencing. Fairly simple to construct, it works well where land winds and dips: the fence line can easily be adapted or moved. Use either pointed fence posts driven into the ground or secure using back ra …

Gravel boards not only complete the look of your fencing, they also protect any wooden fencing from rot and premature decay so ensure the correct gravel board is installed Installing timber gravel boards Timber gravel boards always look good and when pressure-treated gravel boards are extra long-lasting. Boards for fence panels are installed using cleats. Cleats are a small block of wood measuring approximately 150mm x 50x25mm. The cleat is first nailed to the post at the req …

Do you need some tips on how to repair your fencing? Let us offer you some handy advice on the best tools for the job. Whether it is rotting posts or damaged fence panels - there are effective ways to restore your fence back to health.Arris Rail Repair BracketsWith the arris rail repair bracket you can fix a deteriorating fence rail without having to replace the entire fence itself. Our galvanised bracket has been shaped to fit over the arris rail and has pre-drilled holes for you t …

AVS Fencing Supplies are a huge supplier of railway sleepers for garden and landscaping projects. This means you can have great confidence in the product with competitive prices and rapid delivery. Railway sleepers supplied included are both new and recycled in hardwood and treated softwood and are creosote-free.Container vegetable gardening has grown in popularity over the years and recycling different objects to create a unique growing space is a great way to start.The advantages of raised bed …

Whatever size and style garden you have, these garden landscaping rules ensure you use walls, plants, paths and other features to give it structure and shape 1. Create zones Breaking up the space in your garden with different borders and boundaries is the simplest but most effective way to design a garden. Think about which way the sun faces, whether you want to use your garden for entertaining, gardening, children's play or all of these activities. Con …

We sell both green and brown timber, but what does that mean and which timber is best for your gardening project? Here's all you need to know on how we treat the wood that make up our productsWhat is green timber? The naturally-pale, wooden colour of green timber also has a slight green tint or fleck due to the chemicals used in the pressure-treating process What's brown timber? In comparison, brown timber is a darker colour of wood which has been stained on treatment. At AVS, brown timber …