Garden fences in the UK are typically 1.8 metres high and require no planning permission at this height except in front gardens or conservation areas. Fence panels cost eight to thirty pounds each for standard 1.83m widths. Close-board fencing lasts 15-20 years compared to 8-12 years for overlap panels. Painting fences in dark colours makes gardens appear larger by pushing boundaries back visually.
Key takeaways
- Close-board fencing lasts 15-20 years and handles wind better than flat panels
- Dark fence colours (charcoal, slate, deep green) make gardens look larger by pushing boundaries back
- Climbers like star jasmine, clematis, and climbing hydrangea turn fences into living walls
- Fence panels up to 2 metres need no planning permission in rear gardens — front gardens are limited to 1 metre
- Horizontal slat fencing creates a contemporary look and costs twenty to forty pounds per panel
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