Fence Panels

Make more of your garden with fencing that gives you the privacy, appearance and boundary you need.

At Cave Fencing, we supply pressure-treated wooden fence panels for everything from a single replacement to a complete garden transformation. Choose solid closeboard panels for screening or open picket fencing to define a boundary while keeping the garden on show.

We also supply the posts, gravel boards and gates that bring the project together. Order your materials for delivery across Kent or collection from our Monkton yard, or ask our team for a complete supply-and-installation quote.

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Choose fence panels around the way you use your garden

Start with what you want the fence to achieve.

You might want to enjoy a patio with fewer overlooking views, replace a damaged boundary or frame a front garden without hiding its planting. The right style and height follow from that purpose.

If you are unsure, send us photographs of the space and tell us what you want to change. Our advice starts with your garden and the job the fence needs to do.

Closeboard fence panels for garden privacy

Closeboard panels use overlapping vertical featheredge boards to create a solid face. They suit side and rear boundaries where screening is a priority and provide a consistent backdrop for planting, lawns and seating areas.

Our closeboard range includes nominal 3ft, 4ft, 5ft and 6ft heights. This gives you options for a low garden division, a taller boundary or a layout that changes height along its length.

When comparing panels, look at the construction behind the boards as well as the front. Backing rails, framing, fixings and timber treatment all contribute to the product you are buying.

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Picket fence panels for an open boundary

Picket fencing marks the edge of a garden while allowing views through and above it. It is a natural choice for front gardens, paths and planted borders where openness is part of the appeal.

Our round-top picket panel gives the boundary a softer outline and a traditional timber finish.

Picket fencing offers limited privacy. For pet containment, the height, gaps between boards, ground clearance and gate arrangement all need to suit the animal’s size and behaviour.

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Add detail with trellis

Trellis can introduce an open section above a solid fence or create a framework for planting elsewhere in the garden.

A fence topper changes both the appearance and the overall height of the boundary. It also needs suitable supports, particularly if climbing plants will grow across it.

For a new fence, plan the trellis at the same time as the panels and posts. For an existing boundary, check the condition and height of the supports before adding anything.

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Shop garden fence panels by height

Height affects privacy, light and how enclosed the garden feels. Consider the fence from the patio, the house and the neighbouring ground level before deciding.

Browse 3ft fence panels or browse 6ft fence panels.

The size in feet is a nominal description. Always check the actual dimensions of the chosen product before ordering.

Understand fence panel widths and finished heights

Many timber panels are described as 6ft wide, but actual dimensions can differ. A panel measuring 1800mm wide is not interchangeable with one measuring 1830mm without checking the opening and fitting arrangement.

Height needs the same care. The finished boundary may include a gravel board beneath the panel and trellis above it.

For example, an 1800mm-high panel above a fully exposed 150mm gravel board creates a combined component height of 1950mm. That total still needs to be considered alongside ground levels and the post design.

Choose the finished fence height first, then select the components to achieve it.

Check any property-specific requirements before creating or increasing a boundary.

Replacing fence panels? Check the posts first

A replacement panel is only part of the repair.

Inspect the posts, fixings and gravel boards before ordering. A new panel will not resolve a leaning support, damaged concrete slot or deteriorated timber post.

Measure each bay at the top, middle and bottom. For slotted concrete posts, include the space inside the slots when establishing the required panel width. Check the panel thickness against the slot width too.

Also consider how the panel will reach the opening. Narrow passages, overhanging branches and low structures can affect whether a full panel can be carried through and lifted into place.

Send us the measurements and a photograph if you would like help checking a replacement.

What makes a good wooden fence panel?

The useful details are in the specification.

Look at the boards, backing rails, frame, connections and treatment. Compare actual dimensions and photographs of both faces, especially if one side exposes the supporting rails.

A “heavy-duty” description is most useful when it is supported by clear construction details. Likewise, pressure treatment helps protect timber, but does not make a panel waterproof or remove the need to look after the fence.

We can help you compare the products and supporting materials around the requirements of your project.

Complete your fence with compatible materials

A well-planned boundary brings the panels, supports and base together.

Fence posts

Choose posts for the fence height, loading, ground conditions and exposure.

Wooden fence posts provide a coordinated timber appearance and suitable fixing options. Concrete fence posts offer supports that do not rot, with slotted designs for compatible panels.

Gravel boards

A gravel board separates the panel from direct ground contact and forms the lower edge of the fence.

Choose between timber and concrete according to the appearance, fitting arrangement and exposure. Include its visible height when planning the boundary.

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Garden gates

Position gates before setting out the panel bays. Allow space for the opening, supports, fittings and the items you need to move through it.

Explore garden gates and discuss the entrance alongside your fence.

How many fence panels will you need?

Measure each straight section separately and mark corners, gates and other openings.

For a new fence, the calculation must account for post dimensions and the fixing arrangement. Dividing the boundary length by the panel width gives only a starting estimate.

A simple, independent straight run of five panel bays normally needs six posts. Gates, shared supports and changes in direction can alter the layout and post types.

Before ordering, sketch the boundary and identify where any shorter sections will fall. Planning those sections can improve the appearance and reduce avoidable cutting.

Wind, slopes and difficult ground

Garden conditions influence the whole fence design.

Solid panels catch wind, so exposed boundaries need suitable posts, foundations and connections. A stronger panel alone cannot compensate for weak supports.

On sloping ground, rectangular panels may need to step between posts. This changes the top line and can leave varying spaces beneath the fence. Ground that is higher on one side also needs consideration; standard fencing should not automatically be used to retain soil.

Tell us about previous storm damage, level changes, old foundations or nearby trees before the work is planned.

Compare the complete project cost

The panel price is one part of the budget.

Allow for posts, gravel boards, fixings, foundation materials, gates and delivery. For a fitted fence, removal of existing materials, access and ground conditions also affect the work.

When comparing options, check what each quote includes and whether the panel specifications match. A clearly defined materials list helps you understand the finished fence you are paying for.

If you need help budgeting, send us your postcode, approximate boundary length, preferred style and photographs.

Fence panels delivered across Kent

Cave Fencing is a family-run business based in Monkton, supplying homeowners and trade customers across Kent.

Choose delivery or collection from our yard. Before arranging delivery, consider vehicle access, the unloading position and how the panels will be moved into the garden.

Let us know about restricted parking, steps or narrow access, and check the delivery terms when placing your order.

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Prefer us to install your fencing?

We can discuss the complete job, from the condition of the existing boundary to the final panel and gate arrangement.

Share photographs showing the fence line and access into the garden. Include the approximate length, the height you want and anything that needs to remain in place, such as planting, paving or a wall.

Your quote should identify the agreed materials and work, including any removal and disposal.

Ask for a fencing installation quote.

Garden fence panel questions

Which fence panels are best for privacy?

Solid closeboard panels are a useful starting point. Choose the height around the view you want to screen and the ground levels on either side. A taller fence may still leave views from upper windows.

Are all fence panels the same width?

No. Check the actual product dimensions, particularly when replacing panels between existing posts. Similar nominal sizes do not guarantee the same fit.

Can I replace one panel without replacing the whole fence?

Often, if the supporting posts and gravel boards are sound and the new panel is compatible. Expect some colour difference between fresh timber and weathered fencing.

Can fence panels be cut to size?

Some timber panels can be shortened and reframed, but the construction and support must remain suitable. Check the individual product before cutting and follow the treatment instructions for exposed timber.

Can I paint pressure-treated fence panels?

Use a compatible exterior timber coating and follow its preparation and drying requirements. The timber must be in a suitable condition before application.

Do fence panels include posts and gravel boards?

Check the product listing and basket contents. Plan posts, gravel boards and fixings separately unless the selected product explicitly includes them.

Do you supply fencing to the trade?

We supply trade customers as well as homeowners. Visit our trade account page for details.

Let’s get your garden fence right

Whether you need one replacement panel or a complete new boundary, start with the space and what you want it to do.

Cave Fencing can help you choose the panels, check the supporting materials and arrange delivery or installation.

Call 01843 821584 or send us your measurements and photographs.

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