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Closeboard fencingbuilt to last
Treated timber posts, gravel boards and overlapping featheredge slats — the traditional, long-lasting garden fence, built board by board on site. We install closeboard fencing across Aylesbury and Leighton Buzzard.
The craft
Why closeboard isthe right choice
Closeboard — also called featheredge — is the traditional way to build a strong garden fence. It is made up from large treated wooden posts, wooden gravel boards along the bottom, and overlapping featheredge slats fixed to the rails between the posts. Sometimes we top it off with capping, mostly for the look of it. It is a tried-and-tested structure that has been used on boundaries for generations because it simply lasts.
Unlike a shop-bought panel, a closeboard fence is built board by board on site, so we can follow the line of your garden and build to the height you need. We also now offer the option of a large concrete post instead of the wooden one, then build the same wooden fence off it — handy if you want to take the most common rot point out of the equation altogether. We will talk you through both at the quote stage and let you decide what suits your garden and budget.
- Large treated wooden posts as standard
- Wooden gravel boards along the base
- Overlapping featheredge slats, built board by board
- Optional capping on top for a neater finish
- Concrete post option available if you prefer
- Built to follow your garden and to any height
Every installation
What is includedas standard
No hidden extras. Every closeboard installation we carry out includes the following.
Free site survey
We visit, measure up and assess ground conditions before we quote. No numbers over the phone without seeing the job.
Written quotation
A detailed, itemised written quote so you know exactly what you are getting and what it costs. No surprises on the day.
Treated timber posts
Large pressure-treated wooden posts set firmly into the ground — the traditional backbone of a closeboard fence. Prefer concrete? Just ask and we will price that option too.
Wooden gravel boards
Gravel boards fitted along the base so the featheredge slats sit clear of the soil. They take the wear at ground level and can be swapped out down the line if ever needed.
Featheredge slats
Overlapping featheredge boards fixed board by board to the rails, giving you a solid, private boundary with no gaps. Capping on top is available if you like the finished look.
Full site clearance
We take away all old fencing materials and leave your garden clean and tidy. No skips needed, no extra charges.
See it for yourself
A closeboard fencewe built recently
A quick look at one of our finished closeboard runs — real work, on a real local garden.
Pricing
What does closeboardfencing cost?
Every garden is different, so we price each closeboard job properly rather than quoting a one-size-fits-all rate. The cost comes down to the length of the run, the height you want, access, and ground conditions — plus whether you go for our traditional timber posts or the concrete post option.
There is also the question of whether an old fence needs taking away, which we always include in the written quote so there are no surprises on the day. The quickest way to get a sensible price is to call us, have a chat about the job, and arrange a free visit so we can measure up and put it in writing.
Call 07837 421444 for a quote“Olive Fencing installed a full run of closeboard fencing along the back of our garden in Linslade. The team were on time, tidy and the quality is superb.”
Mark & Claire H. — Linslade, Leighton Buzzard
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