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Fencing plays a starring role in the home decor news these days. You’ll see weathered pickets or rugged fence boards ingeniously repurposed as living room wall art or headboards for the bedroom. But sometimes a fence is just a fence – not something to be recycled, but an actual structure that provides privacy, security, and shade to your yard. There’s no reason for this essential item to be boring, though. Here are 8 fences imaginatively decorated by Hometalk members. Try doing one of these projects yourself to delight the eye and perhaps add curb appeal to your home.

1. Marble-Embellished Fence

Photo: C.R.A.F.T./Hometalk

Here’s a whimsically embellished fence courtesy of Creating Really Awesome Free Things (C.R.A.F.T.). Her mom created the shiny decorations by drilling holes in wooden fencing and wielding a mallet to pound in a jillion children’s marbles. Who else loves the sparkle?

2. Peek a Bark Fence

Photo: Joe L/Hometalk

A privacy fence will keep passersby from peeking in, but what if you have a four-footed somebody who wants to peek out? Joe L cut a hole in his board fence to let his beautiful Sheltie buddy Blaze watch what everyone was doing in the back field. The peek a bark hole is lined with plywood so Blaze’s fur doesn’t snag.

3. DIY Repurposed Tin Can Hanging Planters

Photo: Newly Woodwards/Hometalk

Try this cheap and easy way to add charming pops of color to an uninspiring stretch of fence. NewlyWoodwards hung her fence with spray-painted tin cans full of flowers. Voila! Instant rustic planters that brighten up the landscape on a budget.

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There are many types of fences out there and picking one that goes with
the styling of your home can be a bit difficult. Utilizing articles like
the one below you can begin to compare looks versus purpose. If you
have a set of nosy neighbors it may be more important for you to have a
tall fence that you can not see through to keep peoples attention where
it needs to be. However if you have nothing but a great relationship
with your neighbors you might want to look for a more decorative look
for your fence.

When it comes to choosing a fence for your home, you should always
consider the style of your home itself. If you end up choosing a fence
that compliments your home and works cohesively with the style, you can
easily skyrocket the value of your home by adding to its curb appeal.

So whether you’re selling your home or just in search of ways to add
to its aesthetic, here are some fencing options for various styles of
homes.

For the Contemporary Home: Horizontal Wood Fence

If you have a contemporary, ultra-modern home, you certainly want to
be careful when choosing the type of fence to install. Be sure that the
fence you go with is just as modern as the home itself.

A wise choice might be to go with the classic stained wooden fence,
but opt for the more modern, contemporary version with horizontal wood
instead of vertical. The right stain can provide an attractive contrast
to the white siding or glass that makes up the exterior of your modern
home.

Commonly these kinds of fences provide added privacy for the modern glass that likely encompasses your contemporary abode.

For The Colonial Home: White Picket Fence

If you have a colonial home that is representative of the classic
American residence, a classic white picket fence might be just the right
choice. These modest and low-laying fences can offer just the contrast
needed to make your house “pop” against its neighbors, instantly
skyrocketing your home’s appeal.

Typically these types of fences are made of wood and painted white,
with a charming gate and walkway that leads to the front entrance of the
home. This acts to highlight the home’s entrance as the focal point as
well, giving your home an added visual aesthetic.

For practicality, however, you can opt for vinyl fencing that is
virtually identical to the wooden white picket fence, but does not
require painting or repainting. Vinyl may initially cost more than wood,
but being much easier to maintain, would likely be more cost-effective
over time.

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