Fence Calculator (Posts, Rails & Pickets)
calc_fenceRead-only
Posts, rails and pickets for a straight run of wood privacy or picket fence. Formula: Sections = ⌈length ÷ spacing⌉; posts = sections + 1 + gates; pickets = ⌈length(in) ÷ (picket width + gap)⌉.
Input Schema
TableJSON Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| gates | No | Gates (extra posts); default 1 | |
| length_ft | No | Fence length (ft); default 100 | |
| picket_gap_in | No | Gap between pickets (in); default 0 | |
| picket_width_in | No | Picket width (in); default 5.5 | |
| post_spacing_ft | No | Post spacing (ft); default 8 | |
| rails_per_section | No | Rails per section; default 2 |