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Shadowbox and Board-on-Board Fences

Shadowbox and board-on-board fences alternate or overlap boards so the fence looks full from both sides. Air moves through, wind loads drop and your neighbor gets a good-looking side too.

Shadowbox and Board-on-Board Fences by Fence Illusions
  • StyleAlternating boards on both sides
  • LookFinished from both sides
  • WindAir passes through
  • PrivacyHigh, with a little light
What you get

What is included

  1. 1Looks right both waysBoards on both sides of the rails make a fence you and your neighbor can enjoy.
  2. 2Easier on the windGaps let air through, so the fence is calmer in storms.
  3. 3Hard to see throughOverlap blocks most sightlines.
  4. 4A custom lookA step above flat panels.
How it works

From the first walk to the last latch

We build fences and gates for homes and businesses in cities across the country. Find yours below and ask for a free estimate.

  1. 1Sketch the lookWe talk about height, style and how the fence meets the house, and show you the design.
  2. 2Pick the detailsTops, caps, colors and accents are chosen so the fence looks custom.
  3. 3Build it cleanEvery board, panel and cap is set straight and tight.
  4. 4Walk it with youWe look over every detail with you before we leave.
Good fit when

Is this the right service for you?

  • Homes that want a good neighbor fence
  • Windy yards
  • Owners who like a handcrafted look
  • Backyards that need privacy with air
Questions

Common questions

Is a shadowbox fence private?

It blocks most sightlines, and angled views see a little less than straight on.

Does it cost more?

It uses more boards than flat panels, so it often costs more, and many owners like the finish.

Where we work

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    • The fence: where it goes, what it needs to do, the gates you want and the look you like
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    • A detailed, no-obligation estimate with the scope, the materials, the gates and the timeline, before anything begins
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