Other Types of Fencing
There are many different types of fencing out there that cater to every need and requirement.
At Fencecraft Services, we offer a number of bespoke fencing styles that suit a range of needs and budgets.
Not every boundary wants the same fence. One garden needs privacy without losing the light. Another sits on an exposed plot and has to take the wind. A roadside garden wants the noise brought down, while a car park or a lawn edge only needs the line marked clearly without blocking the view.
Those are the four below. We build them on site from pre-treated timber, so heights, board spacings and finishes are set to your ground rather than to whatever size a panel happens to come in. If you are not sure which one suits, say so when we come out and we will talk it through.
How it’s built
- Hit & Miss
- Dual-sided, up to 15% less wind load
- Acoustic
- Dense tongue-and-groove timber
- Build
- Built from scratch, on site
- Best for
- Exposed or roadside plots
What we build
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Tell us about your other types of fencing and we’ll come to site, talk it through and give you a written quote.
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- Fully insured fencing contractor
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Built by hand vs. off-the-shelf
The same money buys a very different fence. Here’s how our made-on-site other types of fencing compares with slotted-together panels.
Fencecraft — made on site
- Built board by board from scratch on site
- Hit & Miss looks good from both sides
- Can reduce wind load by up to 15%
- Acoustic timber to help reduce noise
Standard panel fencing
- Slotted together from pre-made panels
- A “good side” and a “bad side”
- Catches the wind on exposed plots
- No noise-reduction benefit
Hit & Miss Fencing
Hit and Miss fencing offers a stylish, dual‑faced appearance while blending privacy, airflow, and mitigating wind‑resistance. Its alternating board layout provides up to 15% wind load reduction, making it a smart choice for garden borders in exposed areas. With minimal maintenance due to being built using pre-treated timber, it’s both practical and elegant. Available in vertical and horizontal styles, hit and miss fencing adapts to different heights, aesthetics, and functional requirements—all without compromising neighbourly appeal.
We build our vertical hit and miss fencing from scratch giving a bespoke finish that provides a quality and durable fencing option.
- Dual-Sided Appeal – Both sides of the panel look equally attractive which helps to keep the neighbours happy!
- Wind Resistance – Small gaps allow airflow, reducing wind load by around 15%, making it ideal for exposed gardens.
- Balanced Privacy & Light – Provides better privacy than open slats while still admitting light and ventilation – ideal for keeping gardens airy without total enclosure.
- Stylish & Versatile – Suits both contemporary and traditional landscapes, with options for horizontal or vertical layout; boards and gaps can be tailored for privacy or design preference.
- Low Maintenance & Longevity – We only use pre-treated timber to ensure our fences stand the test of time.
Acoustic Fencing
Acoustic fencing is a high-performance solution for reducing environmental noise in outdoor settings, especially where peace, privacy, and aesthetics matter.
By using dense tongue-and-groove timber panels, these fences can deliver up to 30 dB of noise reduction. They’re ideal for domestic, commercial, or infrastructure projects needing sound attenuation without sacrificing design.
With benefits in privacy, durability, and property value—and minimal upkeep required—acoustic fencing is a long-term investment that enhances well‑being and usability of outdoor spaces.
- Significant Noise Reduction – Exposure to high noise can benefit from up to 25–30 dB attenuation
- Privacy & Visual Appeal – Solid panels block sight lines and are available in natural timber finishes that complement gardens and architecture
- Durable & Low Maintenance – Heavier construction helps to resist wind loading on the fence and all timber used is pre-treated.
Knee-Rail Fencing
Knee rail fencing is a cost-effective and unobtrusive boundary solution that blends functionality with simplicity. Standing at knee height, it clearly defines spaces, such as car parks, footpaths, or landscaped areas without blocking sightlines or restricting movement. Made from durable treated timber and secured with galvanised straps, this fencing style is normally relatively simple to install, style-neutral, and requires minimal maintenance. It’s an ideal option where aesthetics and boundary clarity matter, without the need for security fencing.
- Very Low Visual Impact – Because of its modest height, the fence defines spaces without obstructing views or movement.
- Functional Demarcation – Effective at guiding pedestrians and deterring vehicles from entering lawns, flower beds, or pedestrian paths.
- Natural Aesthetic – Made from treated timber, knee rail adds a rustic but neat edge that complements landscapes.
- Built to Last – Pressure-treated softwood and galvanised fixings provide durability.
- Simple Maintenance – Minimal upkeep is required
Wire Fencing – Stock & Deer Fencing
Wire fencing including stock and deer fencing is a robust and reliable way to safeguard livestock and clearly define land boundaries. Constructed from strong galvanised or high-tensile wire mesh, it’s suitable for containing everything from sheep and goats to cattle and horses. With thoughtful mesh sizing, correct post spacing, and secure tensioning, stock fencing offers safety, durability, and effective herd control, all at economical cost and low maintenance. It’s an essential solution for farms, rural estates, and large gardens.
Timber posts can either be made from treated softwood or chestnut.
- Secure Livestock Containment – Engineered to stop animals escaping without sharp edges or large openings that can trap limbs or hooves.
- Versatile for Various Animals – Mesh size and design is matched to the species, with smaller apertures for dogs, sheep and goats, larger spacing or reinforced line wires for cattle and horses.
- Economical & Efficient – Offers excellent value per metre. High-tensile fencing reduces post density, lowering installation cost.
- Durable & Low-Maintenance – Galvanised steel resists corrosion and delivers years of low‑maintenance service, even in damp or exposed rural settings.
Other Types of Fencing FAQs
Still not sure what you need? Give us a call and we’ll talk it through.
01732 647509What is Hit & Miss fencing?
Hit & Miss alternates boards on each side of the rails — it looks good from both sides and can reduce wind load by around 15%, making it a strong choice on exposed plots. It comes in vertical and horizontal styles.
Does acoustic fencing really reduce noise?
Yes. Dense tongue-and-groove timber panels can deliver up to 30 dB of noise reduction, which suits domestic, commercial and infrastructure sites that need sound attenuation without losing the look of a timber fence.
What is knee-rail fencing used for?
It stands at knee height to define spaces such as car parks, footpaths and landscaped areas without blocking sightlines or restricting movement. Built from treated timber and secured with galvanised straps, it needs minimal upkeep.
What is stock and deer fencing?
Wire fencing built from galvanised or high-tensile mesh to contain livestock and mark land boundaries. Mesh size and post spacing are matched to the animals — smaller apertures for sheep and goats, larger spacing or reinforced line wires for cattle and horses. Timber posts can be treated softwood or chestnut.
Which of these are built on site?
We build our vertical hit and miss fencing from scratch on site, which gives a bespoke finish rather than a pre-made panel. All the timber we use is pre-treated so the fence lasts.
Do you take the old fence away?
Yes. We remove the old fence and all the offcuts and leave the site “ridiculously tidy”, in our customers’ own words.
Which areas do you cover?
We install across Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks and the surrounding towns and villages of mid and west Kent.
Other fencing & timber we build
What our customers say
Real Google reviews from homeowners across Kent — plus a 10/10 rating across 57 verified Checkatrade reviews.
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- Fully insuredFencing contractor
- VAT registered12 vetting checks
- Member since 2023Vetted & verified
Thinking about other types of fencing?
Tell us about your fence and we’ll come to site, talk it through and give you a written quote — no pressure, no hard sell.