Monthly Archive July 5, 2025

Sourcing Materials for a Sustainable Fence

Some people don’t consider timber fencing to be sustainable, but much depends on where the timber comes from.

Many fencing contractors use pine that is grown especially for such needs, so it could be said to be a sustainable source.

However, pine is a softwood; it will need to be painted regularly to keep the water out so it doesn’t rot, a task often handled by specialists.

If you are intent on having a timber fence, there are other sources of timber apart from what the contractor offers. Here are a few examples.

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