{"title":"Fence Boards, Rails \u0026 Capping","description":"\u003cp\u003eFeather edge boards, arris and backing rails, fence capping, picket pales and timber or concrete gravel boards for closeboard fencing.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"timber-gravel-boards-150x22mm-pressure-treated-green-brown","title":"Timber Gravel Boards 150 x 22mm, Square Edged, Pressure Treated, Green or Brown, 1.83m to 3.6m","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese square-edged gravel boards are for anyone building or repairing a timber fence who wants the panels or feather edge boards kept clear of the soil. Each 150mm x 22mm board fits at the base of the fence between the posts, where it takes the ground splash and damp that would otherwise soak into the bottom of your panels. Fencing contractors, landscapers and homeowners fit them for a practical reason: when a gravel board wears, you replace that board alone, far more cheaply than a panel. The boards are pine\/spruce mix, pressure treated and rough sawn, in Green treated (1.83m, 3m, 3.6m) or Brown treated (3m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIt keeps the fence off wet ground\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimber in contact with damp earth stays wet, and wet timber is where rot starts. A 150mm board at the base lifts your panels or feather edge boards clear of the soil, so the gravel board takes the splash and damp instead of the fence above it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIt is the part you replace, not the panel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the gravel board is a separate component, you can fit a new one when it wears without replacing the panel. That is a far cheaper repair and keeps the fence line intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePressure treatment slows decay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pine\/spruce mix is pressure treated to improve resistance to insect attack and rot. Treatment slows decay rather than stopping it, so plan on replacing the board eventually, sooner where the ground stays wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLighter and simpler than concrete\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 4-8kg per board depending on length, timber is lighter to handle, easier to cut and fix, and more cost-effective than concrete gravel boards. The trade-off is plain: in permanently wet ground, timber will not last as long as concrete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it's used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will find these boards along domestic garden boundaries at the foot of 6ft panel fences, and under closeboard and feather edge fences on post-and-rail framing. Contractors use the longer lengths on new boundary runs for landscaping and new-build plots. They are also a straightforward repair where an existing gravel board has rotted, and a sensible choice in side passages where soil or gravel is banked against the fence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSquare-edged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150mm x 22mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTimber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePine\/spruce mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure treated to improve resistance to insect attack and rot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRough sawn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen treated; Brown treated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLengths available: Green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.83m, 3m, 3.6m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLengths available: Brown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrently unavailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen 2.4m; Brown 2.4m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-8kg per board depending on length (natural product)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment use class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpected service life \/ guarantee\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right option\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLength\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1.83m board suits standard 6ft (1.83m) panel bays between posts, one board per bay. The 3m and 3.6m boards suit post-and-rail or closeboard runs with wider post spacing, or you can cut them down to fit two shorter bays with less waste. The 2.4m length is currently unavailable in both colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrown treated is offered in 3m only, so if you need 1.83m or 3.6m, choose Green treated. Either colour weathers to silvery grey; an annual stain or preservative maintains the colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTimber or concrete\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the base of your fence sits in permanently wet ground, a concrete gravel board will outlast timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation, use \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFix each board to timber posts with galvanised screws or gravel board clips or brackets, or to a centre stump or cleat. Leave a small gap between the bottom edge and the ground so the board isn't buried. Treat any freshly cut ends with an end-grain preservative before fitting. To hold the colour, apply a stain or preservative once a year; otherwise the board will weather to silvery grey. When a board wears out, replace it on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill a timber gravel board last as long as a concrete one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. In permanently wet ground, timber will not last as long as concrete. Timber is lighter, easier to cut and fix and more cost-effective, and a worn board can be replaced on its own far more cheaply than a panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I cut the 3m or 3.6m boards to fit my bays?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The longer lengths are often cut down to fit two shorter bays with less waste, which also covers wider bays now that 2.4m is unavailable. Treat every freshly cut end with an end-grain preservative before fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the green or brown colour fade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Treated softwood weathers to silvery grey over time, whichever colour you choose. To keep the green or brown look, apply a stain or preservative once a year. Weathering is a change in appearance only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat treatment use class and service life does this board have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeither is published for this line. What is stated is that the boards are pressure treated to improve resistance to insect attack and rot, and that timber will not last as long as concrete in permanently wet ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering \u0026amp; delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGravel boards are priced per board as listed, so add the number you need for your fence run in your chosen colour and length. Delivery is to UK mainland addresses, and long boards travel on a pallet or kerbside service. Your lead time is confirmed at checkout or on your order confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Industrial Supplies Co","offers":[{"title":"Green \/ 1.83m","offer_id":63286344876419,"sku":"SSHF-116060-01","price":10.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ 3m","offer_id":63286344909187,"sku":"SSHF-116060-02","price":14.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ 3.6m","offer_id":63286344941955,"sku":"SSHF-116060-03","price":18.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ 3m","offer_id":63286344974723,"sku":"SSHF-116060-04","price":14.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/green-treated-timber-gravel-board-closeboard-fence-1afc8328-1161-4109-8ebd-1e6118953255.jpg?v=1794524192"},{"product_id":"feather-edge-boards-125x22mm-pressure-treated-green-brown","title":"Feather Edge Boards 125 x 22mm (2EX), Pressure Treated, Green or Brown, 900mm to 2.4m","description":"\u003cp\u003eFeather edge boards are the face of a closeboard fence: the vertical boards you nail to arris or cant rails, each one lapping the last to form a solid screen. These are 125mm x 22mm (2EX) pressure-treated boards in a rough sawn pine\/spruce mix, in Green treated or Brown treated. Boards are sold individually, so you order exactly the number your run needs, from a handful of replacements to a full boundary. Lengths run from 900mm to 2.4m in green; brown starts at 1.2m, so check the options below before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA tapered profile that locks the run together\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"2EX\" means two feather edge boards are cut diagonally from one 125mm x 22mm board. Each board has a thick edge of approx 15mm tapering to a thin edge of approx 6mm. When you lap one board over the next, the thin edge sits under the thick edge of its neighbour, so there is no straight-through gap. Nailing through the thick edge also holds the thin edge of the next board in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePressure treated for outdoor use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe boards are pressure treated, so they suit fencing and cladding that stays outside all year. Treat any freshly cut ends with an end-grain preservative. The treatment use class and expected service life are not published for this line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRough sawn softwood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe boards are rough sawn, not planed, so expect a textured face and natural variation between boards. Treated softwood turns silvery grey as it ages; to keep the green or brown colour, apply a stain or preservative annually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it's used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main job is closeboard fencing: garden boundaries, side returns and runs between neighbours, with boards fixed vertically to arris or cant rails between posts. Board length sets the fence height, so 1.8m boards make a 6ft fence and shorter lengths suit lower front or dividing fences. The same boards are also used as general cladding for sheds, bin stores and screens where you want an overlapping vertical face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNominal size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125mm x 22mm (2EX)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProfile\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThick edge approx 15mm, thin edge approx 6mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTimber\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePine\/spruce mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTreatment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure treated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRough sawn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen treated or Brown treated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLengths\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e900mm, 1.2m, 1.5m, 1.65m, 1.8m, 2.4m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-2kg per board (varies, natural product)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSold as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle boards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTreatment use class\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGreen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrown\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e900mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnavailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.65m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.4m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right option\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with height: board length equals fence height, so choose 1.8m boards for a 6ft fence. Then work out quantity. With a 25mm overlap each board covers about 100mm, so allow roughly 10 boards per metre run, plus a few spares for cutting. A typical 6ft fence along a 10-metre garden boundary therefore takes around 100 boards. Choose colour to match existing fencing or your planned stain, bearing in mind both weather to grey without maintenance. Watch the one gap: Brown is currently unavailable in 900mm, so choose Green for low 3ft fences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation, use \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFix boards vertically to arris or cant rails, overlapping each by about 20-25mm. Nail through the thick edge so the thin edge of the next board is held. Use galvanised or stainless ring-shank nails to avoid black staining. Keep boards out of wet soil by leaving a small gap at ground level or fitting a gravel board. Treat every freshly cut end with end-grain preservative, and apply a stain or preservative each year if you want to hold the colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does 2EX mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo feather edge boards are cut diagonally from one 125mm x 22mm board. Each finished board has a thick edge of approx 15mm tapering to a thin edge of approx 6mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many boards do I need per metre?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a 25mm overlap each board covers about 100mm, so allow roughly 10 boards per metre run. A 10-metre fence therefore needs around 100 boards, plus a few spares for cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the green or brown colour last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot without maintenance. Treated softwood turns silvery grey as it ages, whichever colour you choose. To keep the green or brown tone, apply a stain or preservative annually. If a grey fence suits you, you can let it weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich length do I need for a 6ft fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoard length equals fence height, so a 6ft fence takes 1.8m boards. The 1.8m length is available in both Green and Brown, and it is the most common choice for garden boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering \u0026amp; delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoards are priced per board, as listed, and a minimum order quantity applies. Delivery is to UK mainland addresses. Larger orders travel on a pallet, so delivery needs vehicle access and a hard standing to unload onto. Lead time is confirmed at checkout or on your order confirmation. Where a colour and length shows as unavailable, it cannot currently be ordered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Industrial Supplies Co","offers":[{"title":"Green \/ 900mm","offer_id":63286348611971,"sku":"SSHF-153651-01","price":2.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ 1.2m","offer_id":63286348677507,"sku":"SSHF-153651-03","price":2.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ 1.5m","offer_id":63286348743043,"sku":"SSHF-153651-05","price":3.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ 1.65m","offer_id":63286348808579,"sku":"SSHF-153651-07","price":3.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ 1.8m","offer_id":63286348874115,"sku":"SSHF-153651-09","price":3.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ 2.4m","offer_id":63286348939651,"sku":"SSHF-153651-11","price":5.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ 1.2m","offer_id":63286348972419,"sku":"SSHF-153651-12","price":2.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ 1.5m","offer_id":63286349037955,"sku":"SSHF-153651-14","price":3.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ 1.65m","offer_id":63286349103491,"sku":"SSHF-153651-16","price":3.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ 1.8m","offer_id":63286349169027,"sku":"SSHF-153651-18","price":4.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ 2.4m","offer_id":63286349201795,"sku":"SSHF-153651-19","price":5.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/green-treated-feather-edge-boards-closeboard-fence-b45e3ec5-22db-4e57-87c1-20f90938221b.jpg?v=1794524486"},{"product_id":"concrete-gravel-boards-1-83m-x-150mm-recessed-smooth","title":"Concrete Gravel Boards 1.83m x 150mm x 50mm, Dry-Cast, Reinforced, Recessed or Smooth Faced","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you are building or repairing a panel fence on concrete slotted posts, these gravel boards sit at the foot of each bay and keep the timber panel off the ground. They suit homeowners, landscapers and fencing contractors working on garden and boundary fences. Each board is dry-cast concrete reinforced with internal steel rods, 1.83m (6ft) long and 50mm thick. Two options can be bought: the Recessed board at 150mm high and the Smooth faced board at 150mm high. All 305mm-high boards (Smooth, Recessed and Rock Faced) are currently unavailable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKeeps panels out of the wet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA timber panel that touches soil or sits in surface water is where damp, rot and fungal decay usually start. A concrete gravel board lifts the panel clear of ground contact, which matters most in gardens with poor drainage or exposed ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSteel rods inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach board is reinforced with steel rods running through its centre. The boards are produced to meet BSI standards for strength and durability, and are made to resist impact, weathering and long-term ground moisture. The specific British Standard number is not published for this line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDry-cast, so lighter to handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry casting keeps the weight of each board lower than traditional wet-cast concrete. The recessed board is the lighter of the two options, with a listed weight of about 26kg, and is light enough for one person to carry. The smooth faced board has a listed weight of about 30kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to expect from the surface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry casting gives a smooth, consistent finish in natural light grey concrete. It is still plain cast concrete, though, and some surface bubbles are to be expected. If you need a blemish-free face, these boards will not give you that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it's used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese boards go into domestic garden fencing, boundary fences that run over damp ground, and any panel fence where you want the timber to last longer. They also replace rotted timber gravel boards in an existing run of concrete slotted posts. Boards can be stacked within slotted posts to build a deeper concrete base, or even a full concrete panel fence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConcrete gravel board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry-cast concrete, reinforced with internal steel rods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.83m (6ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFace styles available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecessed; Smooth faced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural concrete, light grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth concrete; some surface bubbles expected\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight, Recessed 150mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 26kg per board (listed weight)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight, Smooth 150mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 30kg per board (listed weight)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePost compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConcrete slotted fence posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduced to meet BSI standards; standard number not published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrently unavailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll 305mm-high boards: Smooth, Recessed and Rock Faced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoad or strength rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right option\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth options share the same size, construction and post fit, so the choice comes down to handling and appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRecessed\u003c\/strong\u003e board does everything a standard board does but is lighter and easier to handle, at about 26kg. Choose it if you are fitting on your own or carrying boards any distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSmooth faced\u003c\/strong\u003e board has a plain, flat face with the smooth dry-cast finish. It is the heavier of the two, at about 30kg. Choose it for a plain, uniform look along the bottom of the fence. Any purpose for the face styles beyond weight and appearance is not published for this line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRock Faced boards are currently unavailable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation, use \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe boards are designed to slot into concrete slotted fence posts. Each board drops into the slots at the foot of the bay, and the fence panel sits above it, held clear of the soil. Check post spacing against your posts and panels before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recessed board can be carried by one person; the smooth board is heavier, so plan your lifting and have help on hand for a long run. Guidance on cutting boards to length is not published for this line. Once fitted, the boards are low maintenance, and no specific care routine is published for this line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill these fit timber fence posts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe boards are designed to slot into concrete slotted fence posts. Fitting to timber posts, with brackets or otherwise, is not published for this line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I stack them to make a taller base?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Gravel boards can be stacked within concrete slotted posts to form a continuous concrete base, or even a full concrete panel fence. This is often done in damp areas or where the fence takes knocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the face be perfectly smooth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry casting gives a smooth, consistent finish, but some surface bubbles are to be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan one person carry a board?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recessed board, at about 26kg, is light enough for one person to carry. The smooth faced board is about 30kg, so you may prefer a second pair of hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering \u0026amp; delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoards are priced per board as listed. A minimum order of 5 boards applies, shown when you add to basket. We deliver to UK mainland addresses; heavy items such as these travel on a pallet or kerbside service. The lead time is confirmed at checkout or on your order confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Industrial Supplies Co","offers":[{"title":"Recessed","offer_id":63287857185155,"sku":"SSHF-264061-01","price":40.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Smooth Faced","offer_id":63287857217923,"sku":"SSHF-264061-02","price":43.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/smooth-concrete-gravel-board-garden-fence-357b4c96-997a-4648-9d89-42b2d9b3a679.jpg?v=1794561786"},{"product_id":"arris-rails-75x75mm-pressure-treated-green-brown","title":"Arris Rails 75 x 75mm, Pressure Treated Softwood, Green 1.8m to 3.6m or Brown 2.4m","description":"\u003cp\u003eArris rails are the horizontal rails of a closeboard or featheredge fence. Each rail is a 75mm × 75mm softwood section with a triangular profile and one slanted (arris cut) edge. The rails run between the posts, and featheredge boards are nailed to the flat face. These rails are pressure treated and rough sawn. Two colours are available: green treated in 1.8m, 2.4m, 3m and 3.6m lengths, and brown treated in 2.4m only. They suit fencing contractors, landscapers and anyone building or repairing a closeboard fence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA triangular section that sheds water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe arris cut leaves a slanted top edge, so rain runs off the rail rather than sitting on it. The flat face provides a fixing surface for the boards, and the angled back keeps the rail compact between the posts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePressure treated for outdoor use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe softwood is pressure treated, which drives preservative into the timber to extend its life outdoors. Green and brown are the two treatment colours on offer; both serve the same purpose, and the choice is mainly about appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA rigid frame for the boards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFixed between the posts, the rails form the framework that holds featheredge boards in line and evenly spaced. Rails go in first, before any boards are fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKnow the limits: treatment class and cut ends\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe treatment use class is not published for this line, so check that it suits your intended exposure, particularly where timber will be close to the ground. Any cut you make exposes untreated timber at the core; brush an end-grain preservative onto every cut end. The finish is rough sawn, so expect some variation in surface and dimensions, as is normal with sawn fencing timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it's used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArris rails are typically used for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew closeboard (featheredge) garden and boundary fences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing broken or rotten rails in an existing closeboard fence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRebuilding fence runs where the posts are still sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFences fitted with gravel boards along the base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgricultural and commercial boundaries built in closeboard style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArris rail (triangular fence rail)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTimber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75mm × 75mm, triangular with slanted edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness (as published)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e53mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRough sawn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure treated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen treated lengths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8m, 2.4m, 3m, 3.6m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrown treated lengths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.4m only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximate listed weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8m: 3kg; 2.4m: 3.5kg; 3m: 4kg; 3.6m: 5kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment use class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTimber grade or standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right option\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour.\u003c\/strong\u003e Green treated is the traditional fencing colour and is available in all four lengths. Brown treated is available in 2.4m only and suits fences where a brown finish is wanted to match existing posts or boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a length to suit your post spacing. Rails are usually cut to fit between posts, so pick a length that covers your bay with a little to spare, or one that can be cut cleanly into two bays to reduce waste. Longer rails are heavier and harder to handle on your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many rails per bay.\u003c\/strong\u003e As general practice, two rails are used for fences up to about 1.2m high, and three rails for taller fences. Multiply the rails per bay by the number of bays to work out your total.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation, use \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet the posts first. Arris rails are fixed either into mortices cut in the posts or onto the face of the posts with arris rail brackets. Fit the rails with the flat face towards the side where the boards will go, and keep the slanted edge on top so water runs off. Check each rail is level before fixing. Once all rails are in, nail the featheredge boards to the flat face, overlapping each board in the usual way. Use galvanised or other corrosion-resistant nails and fittings outdoors. Treat any cut ends with end-grain preservative. Inspect the rails from time to time, especially at the post joints, and re-treat as needed to help prolong their life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many rails do I need for my fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs general practice, use two rails per bay for fences up to about 1.2m high and three rails per bay for taller fences. Multiply by the number of bays in your run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I repair a broken arris rail without replacing it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften, yes. Arris rail repair brackets are commonly used to bridge a split or broken rail, or to reconnect a rail that has broken away from a post. Where a rail is badly rotted along its length, replacement is the better option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I fix rails into mortices or with brackets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth methods are used. Mortices suit posts that are pre-cut or new posts where you can cut the slot. Arris rail brackets fix the rail to the face of the post and are a common choice for repairs and for posts without mortices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the brown treated rail available in other lengths?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Brown treated is available in 2.4m only. Green treated is available in 1.8m, 2.4m, 3m and 3.6m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering \u0026amp; delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose your colour and length from the options. A minimum order of 20 rails applies, shown when you add to basket. Delivery charges and lead times are shown at checkout. Long lengths may need a suitable delivery vehicle, so please make sure there is clear access for unloading at your address.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Industrial Supplies Co","offers":[{"title":"Green \/ 1.8m","offer_id":63288383111555,"sku":"SSHF-166590-01","price":8.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ 2.4m","offer_id":63288383144323,"sku":"SSHF-166590-02","price":10.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ 3m","offer_id":63288383177091,"sku":"SSHF-166590-03","price":12.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ 3.6m","offer_id":63288383209859,"sku":"SSHF-166590-04","price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ 2.4m","offer_id":63288383242627,"sku":"SSHF-166590-05","price":9.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/green-treated-arris-rails-yard-40e8a636-f1f3-4d5b-9e1c-50cd7d4815f2.jpg?v=1794568527"},{"product_id":"picket-fence-pales-pressure-treated-round-pointed-top","title":"Picket Fence Pales, Pressure Treated, Green or Brown, Round or Pointed Top, 900mm or 1200mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese picket fence pales are individual pressure treated softwood boards for building a traditional picket fence or repairing an existing one. Each pale is approximately 75mm wide and 22mm thick, cut to length with a shaped top. You can choose a green or brown treatment colour, a round top or pointed top, and a height of 900mm or 1200mm. Six combinations are available to buy now; two are currently unavailable. They suit homeowners, gardeners and fencers putting up low, open boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePre-cut and ready to fix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach pale arrives cut to height with its top already shaped, so there is no need to mark out and cut the profile on site. Fixed to rails, they form the familiar open picket pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePressure treated softwood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe timber is pressure treated, a process that drives preservative into the wood to help it resist rot and insect attack outdoors. The supplier describes the timber as slow-grown European Redwood. The treatment colour, green or brown, will fade over time and the pales will weather to a silver or grey shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSold individually, so you buy what you need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the pales are sold one at a time, you can work out the exact number for a run of fence, or order a smaller quantity to replace broken or rotten pales on a fence you already have, subject to the minimum order below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKnow the limits: a decorative boundary, not a security fence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA picket fence marks a boundary and helps keep children and pets in, but at 900mm or 1200mm with open gaps it is not designed to stop a determined climber or provide privacy. Sizes are nominal and sawn timber can vary slightly, and like all timber the pales may move, check or split as they dry and weather. Any cut you make exposes untreated wood, which should be treated before fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it's used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pales are typically used for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront garden picket fences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCottage-style boundaries and low divisions between gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetable garden and border edging fences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay area surrounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing broken pales on existing picket fences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePicket fence pale, sold individually\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure treated softwood (described by the supplier as slow-grown European Redwood)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 75mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 22mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e900mm; 1200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTop styles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound Top; Pointed Top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment colours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen; Brown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSawn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable now\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen Round Top 900mm; Green Round Top 1200mm; Green Pointed Top 900mm; Brown Round Top 1200mm; Brown Pointed Top 900mm; Brown Pointed Top 1200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrently unavailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrown Round Top 900mm; Green Pointed Top 1200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment use class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight per pale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturing standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right option\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll options share the same approximate 75mm × 22mm section, so the choice comes down to colour, top style and height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment colour.\u003c\/strong\u003e Green is the traditional look for treated garden timber. Brown gives a darker, more natural wood tone. Both fade with weathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop style.\u003c\/strong\u003e Round Top gives a softer, cottage-style outline. Pointed Top gives a sharper, more traditional picket profile. If you are repairing an existing fence, match the top style already in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight.\u003c\/strong\u003e 900mm suits low front garden boundaries, edging and border fences. 1200mm gives a taller boundary and is often chosen for play area surrounds and where pets need to be contained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrown Round Top 900mm and Green Pointed Top 1200mm are currently unavailable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation, use \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet posts at regular intervals along the line of the fence and fix two horizontal rails between them, one towards the top and one towards the bottom of the pales. Fix each pale to both rails with galvanised nails or screws. Use a spacer block cut to your chosen gap, commonly about one pale width or less, to keep the spacing even along the run. Keep the bottom of each pale clear of the ground so it does not sit in standing water or wet soil. If you cut a pale to length, treat the cut end with a suitable end-grain preservative before fixing. Check the fence periodically and replace damaged pales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many pales do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the pale width (about 75mm) to your chosen gap, then divide the length of the fence by that figure. For example, with a 75mm gap each pale and gap takes up about 150mm, so a 1.5m run needs around 10 pales. Allow a few extra for cuts and spares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I paint or stain the pales?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Once the treated timber has dried out, the pales can be painted or stained with a product suitable for exterior timber. Follow the coating maker's instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the colour last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The green or brown treatment colour fades over time and the timber weathers to a silver or grey shade. This is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre all combinations available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Brown Round Top 900mm and Green Pointed Top 1200mm are currently unavailable. The other six combinations can be ordered now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering \u0026amp; delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePales are priced per pale as listed. A minimum order of 69 pales applies, shown when you add to basket. 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These rails are 1.83m long, 75mm wide and 32mm thick. They are cut from rough sawn softwood and pressure treated in either green or brown, so you can match the boards and posts already on your job. They are sold individually. Fencing contractors, landscapers, builders and homeowners use them to make panels on site, to repair a panel whose rails have failed, and to add an extra rail to a tall fence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe right section for nailing boards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 75mm wide, the rail gives a feather edge board a broad face to nail into. That makes it easier to keep nails away from the edge of the rail and to set each board straight. At 32mm thick, there is enough timber to hold a nail without the rail splitting, while staying light enough to handle and fix on your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePressure treated against rot and insects\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth colours are pressure treated to help the timber resist rot and insect attack outdoors. Green treated timber starts with a green tint that weathers over time. Brown treated timber starts a mid brown that suits brown boards and posts. The use class for this line is not published, so keep the rails off the ground and use a gravel board below the boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA standard 6ft panel length\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1.83m length matches the common 6ft panel width, so a rail spans one bay between posts without joints. A typical closeboard panel uses two or three rails, depending on its height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRough sawn finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface is left rough sawn rather than planed. This is normal for fencing timber and gives a good grip for stain if you choose to colour the fence later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it's used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking up closeboard and feather edge panels on site\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepairing panels with split or rotten rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a middle rail to tall boarded fences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFraming bin stores, log stores and screens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral garden and outbuilding joinery outdoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFence panel backing rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.83m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTimber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRough sawn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen pressure treated or brown pressure treated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold as\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle rails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right option\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth treatments share the same size, timber and rough sawn finish, so the choice is about colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Treated\u003c\/strong\u003e suits fences built from green treated feather edge boards, posts and gravel boards. The green tint fades with weathering, so new rails on an older green fence will blend in over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrown Treated\u003c\/strong\u003e suits brown treated boards and posts and gives a finished brown look from day one. Choose it when you want the rails to match brown panels straight away, or when the fence will be stained a dark colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a guide, plan two rails per bay for fences up to about 1.2m high, and three rails per bay for taller fences, so the boards stay flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation, use \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFix the rails between posts, or to the back of the boards when making panels flat on the ground, keeping them level and square. Nail each feather edge board to every rail, overlapping the boards evenly. Use galvanised or stainless nails to avoid rust marks. Treat any cut ends with a suitable end-grain preservative, as cutting exposes untreated timber. Keep the bottom of the fence off the soil with a gravel board, and check fixings each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many rails do I need per panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo rails are usual for low panels and three for panels around 1.8m high. Add a rail if boards are long enough to bow between rails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I cut the rails to a shorter length?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They cut easily with a hand saw. Treat each cut end with an end-grain preservative before fixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre these rails planed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. They are rough sawn, which is the normal finish for fencing timber and takes stain well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan these rails go in the ground?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe use class is not published for this line, so we do not recommend ground contact. Use posts and gravel boards for parts that touch the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering \u0026amp; delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRails are sold individually and priced per rail. A minimum order of 39 rails applies, shown when you add to basket. Delivery charges and lead times are shown at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Industrial Supplies Co","offers":[{"title":"Green Treated","offer_id":63294346985859,"sku":"SSHF-855650-01","price":5.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown Treated","offer_id":63294347018627,"sku":"SSHF-855650-02","price":5.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/green-treated-fence-backing-rails-patio-479d46e3-7efa-4eb8-974b-b5c9062168da.jpg?v=1794608034"},{"product_id":"flat-fence-capping-1-83m-44x16mm-green-brown","title":"Flat Fence Capping, 1.83m x 44mm x 16mm, Pressure Treated Softwood, Green or Brown","description":"\u003cp\u003eFence capping is the strip of timber that runs along the top of a closeboard fence, covering the exposed end grain of the feather edge boards. This capping is 1.83m long, 44mm wide and 16mm thick, cut from softwood and pressure treated in either green or brown. It is sold in single lengths. The supplier describes it as a flat capping. It finishes the top of the fence and adds a little stiffness along the top edge. Its main job is to stop water sitting on top of the feather edge boards, where rot usually starts. Fencing contractors, landscapers and homeowners fit it to new fences and add it to older fences that were built without one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKeeps water off the board tops\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top end of a feather edge board is end grain, which soaks up water quickly. A capping strip covers that end grain so rain runs off instead of soaking down into the boards. This helps the tops of the boards last longer and look neater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdds stability along the top\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNailed along the top of the fence, the capping ties the board ends together. That helps stop individual boards twisting or standing proud, and gives the fence a straight top line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePressure treated in two colours\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth colours are pressure treated for outdoor use. Green treated capping weathers over time. Brown treated capping starts a mid brown that suits brown boards. The use class is not published for this line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKnow the size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 44mm wide, the capping suits standard feather edge closeboard fences. Check the combined thickness of your boards and any counter rail before you order, so the capping covers what you need it to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it's used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTopping new closeboard and feather edge fences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefurbishing older fences with weathered board tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing the top edge of timber screens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBin and log store tops built from feather edge boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat fence capping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.83m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTimber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen pressure treated or brown pressure treated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold as\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle lengths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right option\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth options share the same size, so the choice is about colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Treated\u003c\/strong\u003e suits green treated fences. New green capping on an older fence will weather towards the same tone over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrown Treated\u003c\/strong\u003e suits brown boards and posts and gives a finished look straight away. Choose it for brown panels, or if you plan to stain the fence a darker colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo work out how many lengths you need, divide the total fence run in metres by 1.83 and round up. Each 1.83m length covers one standard 6ft bay. Add one or two spare lengths to allow for cuts at corners and posts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation, use \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrim the board tops level first. Lay the capping along the top of the boards, centred over them, and nail down into the boards at regular intervals with galvanised or stainless nails. Pre-drill near the ends to avoid splitting the thin strip. Butt joints should land over a post or a board, not in mid-air. Treat any cut ends with an end-grain preservative. A coat of fence stain every few years will keep the capping and boards protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need fence capping?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not essential, but it protects the end grain at the top of feather edge boards from water. That is where boards most often start to rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many lengths do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDivide the fence length in metres by 1.83 and round up. Add a spare length or two for cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I cut it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Cut with a fine saw and treat the cut end with a preservative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat nails should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse galvanised or stainless steel nails so they do not rust and stain the timber. Pre-drill near the ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering \u0026amp; delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapping is sold in single 1.83m lengths and priced per length. A minimum order of 36 lengths applies, shown when you add to basket. Delivery charges and lead times are shown at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Industrial Supplies Co","offers":[{"title":"Green Treated","offer_id":63294347608451,"sku":"SSHF-807426-01","price":5.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown Treated","offer_id":63294347641219,"sku":"SSHF-807426-02","price":5.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/green-treated-fence-capping-gravel-path-0e4b95f7-599b-4559-8b8b-acb010773cab.jpg?v=1794608065"}],"url":"https:\/\/industrialsuppliesco.co.uk\/collections\/fence-boards-rails-capping.oembed","provider":"industrialsuppliesco.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}