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What is all the jargon? Here are the most common fencing terms defined.
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Huh?: Glossary Of Fence Terms
Glossary Of Fence Terms
Blank Post
A blank post is a post without routed holes.
Cantilever Gate
A horizontally sliding gate that slides open and closed. Frequently seen in commercial applications with large openings.
Corner Post
This post forms a corner in a fence layout where two sections meet.
Double Swing Gate
A hinged gate with two leaves.
End Post
An end post ends a line of fence.
Grade
The earth's vertical height and incline.
Line of fence
Several sections of connected fence.
Line Post
Connects two sections of fence.
Raking or Racking
Installation of a fence on a slight to moderate grade.
Rolling Gate
A sliding gate that uses rollers for its function and support.
Run
the length of fence.
Section of fence
The fence between two posts.
Single Swing Gates or Walk Gate
A one leaf gate that is usually 3 to 4 feet wide.
Stair Stepping
The installation of a section of fence where the adjoining section is installed higher or lower than the first, so that the top of the fence appears like stair steps.
Terminal
The end of a fence run.