Palisade, Paling or Picket fences are usually seen around gardens, indeed, they seem to be a quintessential component of the much fancied English Cottage Garden. Normally around 900mm (3ft) high, but any height from 300-1800mm (1ft to 6ft) can be used to suit the site. The posts are fixed into position, the 75 x 50mm rails added so that they are approximately 100-150mm above/below the top/bottom of the palings, and then the palings are nailed to the rails. Palings are usually made from 100mm x 16mm timber, with a pointed, flat or rounded top. The palings can also be cut to form an arched or a scolloped top to each section of fencing. They are spaced at regular intervals, usually 50mm, (2inches) although this can be adjusted to suit paling type and size. All pallisade fencing timber is pressure treated in a light green colour. | 
