Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A classic picket fence is the perfect addition to any home and can easily blend in with the rest of your outdoor space. We've ...

Dear James: I think a picket fence would look good across my front and side yard. I have some saws and tools. Is this a project that the average DIYer can handle? — Jesse T. Dear Jesse: If you have ...

Wooden-paneled ceilings can be a beautiful way to make your room seem larger and your ceilings higher by adding extra interest up top that draws the eye. In a world of bare and cookie-cutter ceilings, ...

Metal mesh or galvanized steel are great budget-friendly materials and pair well with wood. "A wood post cap makes any fence look more high-end," says Marci Bonner, landscape architect at Richardson & ...

Strictly speaking, a picket fence is supposed to have a pointed stake or slat. Those are the vertical pieces that make up the fence. The thing is, though, a lot has changed since the picket fence ...