6' x 4' Horizontal Lap Treated Wooden Fence Panel

Colour and finish are representative only and may vary slightly as this is a natural product.

Please note that due to manufacturing variations, the lap fence panel you receive may consist of either 3 or 4 horizontal sections. This variation is purely aesthetic and does not affect the structural integrity or performance of the panel.

What Are 6' x 4' Horizontal Lap Fence Panels? 

6' x 4' Horizontal Lap Fence Panels feature a series of overlapping horizontal slats supported by a robust wooden framework. This specific construction method yields a rustic aesthetic and promotes efficient water drainage, protecting the panels and supporting fencing structure from prolonged exposure to the elements.

The durability of these panels is further reinforced through a specialised pressure treatment, which infuses a chemical preservative deep into the timber’s cellular structure. This essential process safeguards the panels from fungal decay, insect damage, and rot, ensuring long-lasting performance.

In terms of their aesthetic appeal, 6x4 horizontal fence panels are the perfect solution for emphasising the size of your property. The horizontal lap of the panels guides the eye around the expanse of the property and creates the impression of a bigger structure. Because of this, our 6x4 horizontal lap fence panels double up as decorative fence panels, offering streamlined aesthetics and clean edges.

To assist you in your fencing project, we also stock various fencing products, such as gravel boards and wooden fence posts in a range of sizes. 

Benefits 

• Enhanced Durability: Pressure treatment provides long-lasting protection against rot and fungal decay.   
• Insect Resistance: The treatment safeguards the timber from wood-boring insects, extending the panel's lifespan.   
• Cost-Effective Boundary: Offers a good balance of affordability and performance for creating clear garden perimeters.
• Increased Privacy: Horizontal lap boards create a solid barrier, offering a good degree of privacy from neighbours.
• Traditional Aesthetic: The horizontal lap design provides a classic, popular look suitable for many garden styles.   
• Low Maintenance (Preservation): Pressure treatment means no essential annual re-treatment is needed to maintain its resistance to rot.
• Easy to Install: As a pre-assembled panel, it's generally quicker and easier to install between fence posts compared to building a fence from scratch.
• Efficient Water Run-off: The overlapping horizontal design naturally encourages rainwater to drain away from the panel surface.
• Defined Space: Clearly marks boundaries and defines different areas within your garden.

Horizontal Lap Panels vs Other Styles

• vs Closeboard/Featheredge: Lap panels are generally more budget-friendly but featheredge offers greater inherent strength due to its construction with overlapping vertical boards and rear rails.
• vs Decorative Panels: Lap panels prioritise privacy and cost-effectiveness over intricate designs often found in decorative or slatted panels.

Pressure Treated Vs Dip Treated 

While dip-treated timber is considerably cheaper than pressure treated timber, it will require regular retreatment. 

The slightly dearer expense of pressure treatment, therefore, works out to be the most cost-effective option, as it is a one-time quality purchase and doesn't require additional purchases of wood preservatives. It is also less laborious in this sense, as once it is installed it can fend for itself. 

Provided it is installed correctly, environmental factors such as strong winds and rain, shouldn't impact its durability and solidity.