6ft Fence Panels

More privacy for your patio. A smart new garden boundary. A replacement for panels that have seen better days. Find 6ft fence panels for your project at Cave Fencing, with help choosing the posts, gravel boards and fittings to complete the job.

Buy your materials online for delivery in Kent, or ask our team to supply and install your fencing. Whether you’re replacing one panel or planning an entire garden, we’ll help you get the size, style and specification right.

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Choose your 6ft fence panels

Start with what you want your fence to do. Solid panels provide screening around gardens and seating areas, while decorative designs can change the appearance of a boundary without making every section identical.

Compare the available styles, check each panel’s exact dimensions and choose the finish that works with your garden. If you’re fitting panels between existing posts, take your measurements before ordering.

Which type of 6ft fence panel should you choose?

The right panel depends on your priorities, the position of the fence and the structure supporting it.

Closeboard panels for everyday garden privacy

For a rear boundary where privacy matters, closeboard is a sensible place to start. The overlapping feather-edge boards create a solid face, helping screen patios, lawns and outdoor seating areas.

Look at the back of the panel as well as the front. Supporting rails and secure fixings are important parts of its construction. Our 6ft × 6ft pressure-treated green closeboard panel has four 75 × 32mm backing rails, giving you a specific feature to compare when choosing your fencing.

Lap panels for a budget-conscious replacement

Waney lap panels are worth considering when you need straightforward screening at an economical price. If your existing posts remain sound, replacing worn panels can improve the boundary without rebuilding the entire fence.

Check the complete cost before deciding. A lower panel price may save less overall if the posts, gravel boards and installation also need replacing.

Slatted and decorative panels for a different finish

The fence forms a large part of what you see from your garden and your house. A slatted or decorative design can be particularly effective around a seating area or along a boundary visible from the kitchen.

Privacy varies between designs. Ask to see the panel from both sides and at an angle, rather than judging it from a single front-facing photograph.

What size is a 6ft fence panel?

“6ft” can refer to a panel’s width, height or both. A 6ft × 6ft panel is nominally six feet wide and six feet high, while a panel described as 6ft × 4ft is commonly six feet wide and four feet high. Always check the supplier’s stated order of dimensions.

Exact measurements also vary. Six feet converts to 1,828.8mm, but products sold as nominal 6ft panels may use dimensions such as 1,800mm or 1,830mm.

For example, our 6ft × 6ft green closeboard panel is listed as 1,830mm wide × 1,800mm high. Use the specification of your chosen product when checking fit.

These are size descriptions, not a guarantee that every style comes in every size. Check individual listings for available options and exact measurements.

Replacing a panel? Check these details first

An existing fence can look uniform while the openings between its posts vary. Measure each bay you intend to replace, particularly if the posts have moved or the fence follows uneven ground.

Before ordering, check:

• Panel width: Measure the existing panel if possible and check the space required by the fixing system.
• Panel height: Measure the panel separately from any gravel board beneath it.
• Panel thickness: Make sure the frame will fit the existing post slots or brackets.
• Post condition: Look for movement, rot, cracks or damage around fixings and slots.
• Installation access: Consider how the old panel will come out and the new one will go in.

For slotted concrete posts, the panel extends into the slots. Measuring only the visible gap between the post faces will not give you the full panel width.

Not sure what you have? Send us photographs of the panel, posts and measurements before ordering.

A 6ft panel is different from a 6ft finished fence

The overall height of your boundary depends on everything above ground, including the panel, gravel board and any trellis topper.

A gravel board beneath the panel raises it away from the soil, but it also adds to the finished height. If you want the complete fence to be approximately six feet high, you may need a shorter panel.

The examples below show how the measurements add up:

These are illustrative combinations. Actual heights depend on the products, installation and ground levels. Plan the complete boundary before choosing your panel height.

How much do 6ft fence panels cost?

The price depends on the design, timber specification, treatment and construction. Compare the current prices in our product listings, then account for the other materials your project needs.

For a panel-only replacement, your main costs may be the panels, compatible fixings and delivery. A complete new fence needs a broader materials list.

Compare the cost of the whole fence

Ten panels are only one part of a ten-panel installation. Posts and foundations keep the boundary upright; gravel boards separate the panels from the ground; gates need their own supporting structure.

If you’re comparing installation quotes, check that they cover the same height, materials, posts, removal and disposal. We’ll set out the agreed work so you can see what is included.

Ask us for a materials quote or a complete supply-and-fit price.

How many 6ft fence panels and posts do you need?

Measure each straight section of your boundary separately. Mark corners, gates and any existing posts you intend to retain.

For one straightforward, freestanding run with no gates or shared supports, you will normally need one more post than the number of panels:

This is a starting point for counting supports. Corners, gates, wall connections and retained posts change the layout and the types of posts required.

Dividing your boundary length by six feet gives only a rough panel estimate. The finished run also depends on post dimensions and how the panels fit between or into them. Avoid setting posts from a rough calculation before checking the actual products.

Send us a simple sketch with the length of each run, gate positions and corners. We can help you put together a suitable materials list.

What makes a good-quality fence panel?

A useful comparison goes beyond the words “strong” or “heavy duty”. Look for clear specifications and photographs showing how the panel is assembled.

Consider the boards, supporting rails or frame, the quality of the fixings and the treatment applied to the timber. The panel should also suit its intended location and supporting posts.

Pressure treatment helps protect timber against decay and insect attack. It does not stop timber responding to moisture and weather, and it does not make a poorly supported fence resistant to every storm.

Natural timber can change colour and develop small checks as it weathers. Keep the base clear of damp debris, inspect fixings and follow the product’s care instructions to help the fence perform well.

Choosing 6ft fencing for an exposed garden

A tall, solid fence provides privacy, but it also presents a large surface to the wind. On an exposed boundary, the panel and its supports need to be considered together.

Tell us if your garden faces open land, sits on an exposed corner or has experienced repeated fence damage. We’ll discuss the panel design, posts, foundations and condition of any existing supports.

Some open or slatted designs allow more airflow, although the benefit depends on their construction and the site. They may also provide less screening. We’ll help you weigh up those practical differences.

Concrete or wooden posts?

Concrete posts provide a rot-resistant support option. Compatible slotted designs can allow individual panels to be replaced without dismantling the entire fence, provided the posts remain sound and there is enough access.

Wooden posts create a consistent timber appearance and can work well with traditional or decorative fencing. Suitable treatment, dimensions, foundations and fixings all matter.

Choose post length from the complete fence height and the required foundation depth. A six-foot-high panel does not call for a six-foot-long post: sufficient post length must also extend below ground.

Do you need gravel boards?

Gravel boards sit beneath the panels and help separate the main timber fencing from the ground. They can provide a replaceable lower edge where soil, grass and garden debris would otherwise collect against the panel.

Concrete gravel boards offer a rot-resistant option; timber gravel boards maintain an all-wood appearance. Check compatibility with your posts and account for the board’s height when planning the finished boundary.

Fence panels and ordinary gravel boards should not be assumed suitable for retaining raised soil. Tell us if one side of the boundary is higher so the level difference can be assessed.

Do you need planning permission for a 6ft fence?

For a new fence in England, the usual permitted-development height limit is two metres away from a highway used by vehicles, or one metre beside such a highway or its footpath.

The total height matters, including gravel boards and trellis. Restrictions involving listed buildings, planning conditions or Article 4 directions can also affect what is permitted. Removing an existing boundary in a conservation area may require permission.

Check the Planning Portal guidance on fences, gates and garden walls and confirm any property-specific restrictions with your local planning authority before starting.

6ft fence panels delivered in Kent

Our online shop offers delivery within Kent. For an address outside Kent, contact us for a delivery quote before ordering.

You can also arrange collection from our yard in Monkton. Check the current delivery information and product lead times when placing your order.

Fence panels are bulky, so plan where you will put them when they arrive. Delivery is to the kerbside or driveway, rather than into the rear garden. Tell us about restricted vehicle access or any difficulty assisting with unloading in advance.

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Prefer us to install your new fence?

Cave Fencing supplies and installs fencing across Kent. We can assess the existing boundary, discuss suitable panels and plan the posts, gravel boards and gates as one complete project.

To help us prepare your quote, send:

• Your postcode and approximate boundary length.
• Photographs of the existing fence and access into the garden.
• Your preferred panel style and finished height.
• Details of any gates, slopes or damaged posts.
• Whether you would like old fencing removed and disposed of.

We’ll discuss the work with you and arrange a site visit where needed.

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Frequently asked questions about 6ft fence panels

Are 6ft fence panels the same as 6×6 panels?

Only when both dimensions are nominally six feet. Some panels are six feet wide but shorter in height. Check the width and height separately, using the actual metric dimensions in the product specification.

Is closeboard the same as feather-edge fencing?

Feather edge describes the tapered boards commonly used to form the face of closeboard fencing. Those boards can be assembled into ready-made panels or fitted individually to a framework on site. Check whether you are buying complete panels or loose materials.

Can I replace panels without replacing the posts?

Often, yes, if the posts are upright, secure, undamaged and compatible with the new panels. Replacing panels will not resolve a fence that is leaning because its posts or foundations have failed.

Can you cut a 6ft panel to fit a smaller gap?

Some timber panels can be reduced in width, but the method depends on their construction. The cut edge may need rebuilding or supporting, and exposed timber may need an appropriate treatment. Ask before cutting, especially with framed or decorative panels.

Will a 6ft fence stop my dog escaping?

Height alone cannot guarantee that. Consider your dog’s ability to jump, climb or dig, as well as gaps beneath the fence and around gates. Tell us what you need the boundary to achieve so we can discuss suitable options.

Can I add trellis above a 6ft panel?

It may be possible with suitable supports, but it increases the overall height and loading on the fence. Check the complete design and any planning requirements before adding a topper.

Can pressure-treated panels be painted?

They can generally be painted or stained with a compatible exterior product once the timber meets the coating manufacturer’s preparation and moisture requirements. There is no single waiting period that suits every panel and finish.

How long will wooden fence panels last?

Service life depends on the timber, treatment, construction, installation, exposure and care. Keeping panels clear of soil and damp debris, maintaining sound posts and attending to damage helps protect the fence. Check individual products for any stated guarantee and its conditions.

Do you supply panels to tradespeople?

Yes. We supply fencing materials to trade customers as well as homeowners. Contact us about your project quantities and trade account options.

Get the right panels. Complete the job properly.

Choose your 6ft fence panels, check the measurements and let us help with the rest. From one replacement panel to a complete new boundary, Cave Fencing offers the materials and installation support to move your project forward.

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