Board on Board Fencing: Maximum Privacy with Stunning Depth
One of our personal favorites for both visual appeal and utility—overlapping boards eliminate gaps for complete privacy year-round while creating a beautiful 3D effect.
Why We Love Board on Board
The board on board style is one of our personal favorites, not only for its exceptional visual appeal but also for its practical utility. This design features overlapping fence boards that eliminate the traditional gaps found in standard fencing, delivering benefits that matter to Seattle homeowners.
True Year-Round Privacy
The huge benefit to board on board is that it removes all vertical gaps that normally appear between fence boards as they expand and contract through the seasons. The overlapping design ensures maximum privacy for your yard, regardless of weather conditions.
Perfect for Dog Owners
This upgrade is especially helpful when there are dogs involved. If dogs cannot see each other through the traditional gaps between fence boards, they are much less likely to try and attack each other through the fence. It creates a calmer environment for both pets and neighbors.
Stunning 3D Visual Effect
The overlapping boards add an amazing visual effect, creating a 3D or depth effect that makes your fence incredibly appealing. This dimensional quality elevates your fence from simple barrier to architectural feature.
Additional Benefits
No Shrinkage Gaps
Seattle's climate causes wood to expand in wet winters and contract in dry summers. Board on board construction compensates for this movement, maintaining complete privacy even as individual boards shrink.
Enhanced Wind Resistance
The overlapping design provides superior structural integrity compared to standard board fencing, making it more resistant to strong Pacific Northwest winds.
A Favorite for Good Reason
The board on board style combines form and function in a way that few fence designs can match. It solves real problems—seasonal gaps, pet visibility, privacy concerns—while delivering a premium aesthetic that enhances any property.
How Board on Board Works
Unlike traditional fencing where boards are installed side-by-side with gaps between them, board on board construction alternates boards on opposite sides of the horizontal rails. This creates an overlap pattern that eliminates any possibility of seeing through the fence.
Key Construction Features:
- •Boards installed on alternating sides of the fence rails
- •Minimum 1-inch overlap between boards for complete privacy
- •Creates visual depth and architectural interest
- •Both sides of the fence look finished and attractive
- •Uses approximately 20% more material than standard board fencing
Investment in Privacy & Beauty
While board on board requires additional materials and labor, the benefits far outweigh the modest increase in cost. You gain true privacy that lasts through all seasons, a dog-friendly barrier, and a fence that stands out as a premium feature of your property.
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Common Fence Problems That Board on Board Solves
❌ Standard Board Fencing Issues
- • Seasonal gaps appear as boards shrink
- • Dogs can see and bark at each other
- • Privacy compromised over time
- • Flat, one-dimensional appearance
- • Visible through gaps at angles
✓ Board on Board Solutions
- • No gaps ever - complete privacy
- • Dogs can't see through fence
- • Privacy maintained year-round
- • Beautiful dimensional depth
- • Solid barrier from all angles
💰 Long-Term Value
- • No need to fill gaps later
- • Better neighbor relationships
- • Calmer pets and less stress
- • Enhanced property value
- • Lasting beauty and function
Perfect Scenarios for Board on Board
Dog Owners
Prevent fence aggression and create a peaceful environment for your dogs and your neighbors' pets.
Privacy Seekers
Maximum privacy guaranteed year-round, perfect for hot tubs, pools, or private outdoor spaces.
Design Enthusiasts
The stunning 3D effect and dimensional quality make this a showpiece fence design.
Quality-Focused
For homeowners who want a fence that performs flawlessly and looks great for decades.
Board on Board vs. Standard Fencing
Standard Board Fence
Boards installed side-by-side on one side of rails with small gaps. Over time, gaps widen as boards shrink, compromising privacy. Dogs can see through gaps, and seasonal movement creates maintenance issues.
Board on Board Fence
Boards alternate on opposite sides with overlap. Gaps never appear regardless of seasonal changes. Complete privacy maintained, dogs can't see through, and the dimensional appearance adds beauty and value.
Ready for True Privacy and Stunning Depth?
Board on board fencing is the perfect choice for Seattle homeowners who want maximum privacy, a dog-friendly barrier, and a fence with exceptional visual appeal. The overlapping design ensures your privacy is protected year-round while adding beautiful dimensional character to your property.