Picket Fence Slats – Round Top Green Treated Pales 3ft & 4ft | Pack of 10
Description
Picket Fence Slats & Round Top Fence Pales
Create a traditional timber boundary using individual picket fence slats. These round top timber fence pales allow you to build your own picket fence and choose the spacing rather than relying on a pre-made fence panel.
Our picket fence slats are 70mm wide x 19mm thick, feature a rounded top and are available in 3ft (900mm) and 4ft (1200mm) heights. They are supplied in packs of 10.
Planning a Picket Fence?
Use the interactive guide below to see approximately how many picket fence slats you may need for different fence lengths and picket spacing.
How Many Picket Fence Slats Do I Need?
The number of pickets required depends on the length of your fence and the clear gap between each 70mm wide slat. Select your fence length below to see the estimated number of pickets required at different spacing options.
Picket Fence Slat Quantity Calculator
Select your fence length. The results show the approximate number of 70mm wide pickets required and the number of packs of 10 to order.
| Clear gap | Pickets required | 10-slat packs | Slats supplied |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25mm | 53 | 6 | 60 |
| 40mm | 46 | 5 | 50 |
| 50mm | 42 | 5 | 50 |
| 75mm | 35 | 4 | 40 |
| 100mm | 30 | 3 | 30 |
| Clear gap | Pickets required | 10-slat packs | Slats supplied |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25mm | 106 | 11 | 110 |
| 40mm | 91 | 10 | 100 |
| 50mm | 84 | 9 | 90 |
| 75mm | 69 | 7 | 70 |
| 100mm | 59 | 6 | 60 |
| Clear gap | Pickets required | 10-slat packs | Slats supplied |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25mm | 159 | 16 | 160 |
| 40mm | 137 | 14 | 140 |
| 50mm | 125 | 13 | 130 |
| 75mm | 104 | 11 | 110 |
| 100mm | 89 | 9 | 90 |
| Clear gap | Pickets required | 10-slat packs | Slats supplied |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25mm | 211 | 22 | 220 |
| 40mm | 182 | 19 | 190 |
| 50mm | 167 | 17 | 170 |
| 75mm | 138 | 14 | 140 |
| 100mm | 118 | 12 | 120 |
What Are Picket Fence Slats?
Picket fence slats are individual vertical timber pales used to construct a picket-style fence. They are fixed to horizontal rails between fence posts, allowing you to decide the spacing and overall appearance of the finished fence.
You may also see them described as picket fence pales, picket pales, fence pales or paling slats. These terms are often used for the individual timber components that form the face of a traditional picket fence.
One of the main advantages of buying individual picket slats rather than complete fence panels is flexibility. You can choose the fence length, spacing and layout yourself rather than being restricted to a fixed panel width.
3ft or 4ft Picket Fence Slats?
3ft Picket Fence Slats
The 3ft option is well suited to lower garden boundaries, front gardens, pathways, flower beds and decorative fencing.
The lower height gives the finished fence a traditional open appearance without creating a particularly tall boundary.
4ft Picket Fence Slats
The 4ft option gives a taller finished boundary where additional height is preferred.
It retains the traditional rounded-top appearance while providing a more substantial picket fence.
What Gap Should I Leave Between Picket Fence Slats?
The ideal spacing depends on the appearance you want. A smaller gap produces a more closely spaced fence and requires more picket fence slats. A larger gap creates a more open appearance and reduces the number of pickets required.
| Clear gap | Picket + gap | Approx. pickets for 10m | Packs of 10 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25mm | 95mm | 106 | 11 |
| 40mm | 110mm | 91 | 10 |
| 50mm | 120mm | 84 | 9 |
| 75mm | 145mm | 69 | 7 |
| 100mm | 170mm | 59 | 6 |
For example, a 10 metre fence with a 50mm clear gap requires approximately 84 pickets. As the slats are supplied in packs of 10, you would order 9 packs, providing 90 slats.
Picket Fence Slat Quantity Guide
The table below provides a quick estimate for common fence lengths and spacing options. The figures assume 70mm wide pickets.
| Fence length | 25mm gap | 40mm gap | 50mm gap | 75mm gap | 100mm gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5m | 53 | 46 | 42 | 35 | 30 |
| 10m | 106 | 91 | 84 | 69 | 59 |
| 15m | 159 | 137 | 125 | 104 | 89 |
| 20m | 211 | 182 | 167 | 138 | 118 |
These figures are estimates. Allow for any additional requirements created by fence ends, changes in direction, cutting or replacement pieces.
How to Build a Picket Fence Using Individual Slats
Individual picket fence slats are normally fixed vertically to horizontal rails between suitable fence posts. Because the slats are supplied individually, you can set the spacing to suit your project.
Uses for Picket Fence Slats
Individual round top picket slats can be used for a wide range of garden and outdoor fencing projects.
Picket Fence Slat Specifications
Picket Fence Slats FAQs
How many picket fence slats do I need?
The quantity depends on your fence length and the clear gap between each 70mm wide picket. Use the quantity calculator above to check common fence lengths and spacing options.
What size are these picket fence slats?
The slats are 70mm wide and 19mm thick. They are available in 3ft (900mm) and 4ft (1200mm) heights.
Are these picket fence slats treated?
Yes. These picket fence slats are green treated softwood and are intended for outdoor fencing and landscaping applications.
What gap should I leave between picket fence slats?
Common spacing options include 25mm, 40mm, 50mm, 75mm and 100mm. The smaller the gap, the more slats you will need for the same fence length.
How many pickets are supplied in a pack?
The picket fence slats are supplied in packs of 10.
Are picket fence slats the same as fence pales?
The terms are commonly used interchangeably. A picket slat or fence pale is the individual vertical timber component used to form the face of a picket-style fence.
Are these round top picket fence slats?
Yes. These picket fence slats feature a rounded top profile designed to create the traditional appearance associated with picket fencing.
Can these be used as replacement fence pales?
They may be suitable where the width, thickness, height and profile match the existing fence. Always check the dimensions before ordering replacement pieces.
Should I order extra picket fence slats?
Allowing a small additional quantity can be useful for cutting, fence-end adjustments, installation errors or future replacement pieces.
What are picket fence slats used for?
They can be used for front garden fencing, garden boundaries, driveway boundaries, pathway edging, flower bed borders, decorative fencing and compatible replacement fence pales.
Buy Picket Fence Slats from Plywood ETC
Choose from 3ft and 4ft green treated round top picket fence slats, supplied in packs of 10. Select your preferred fence spacing and use the quantity guide above to estimate how many slats you need for your project.
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Picket Fence Slats & Round Top Fence Pales
Create a traditional timber boundary using individual picket fence slats. These round top timber fence pales allow you to build your own picket fence and choose the spacing rather than relying on a pre-made fence panel.
Our picket fence slats are 70mm wide x 19mm thick, feature a rounded top and are available in 3ft (900mm) and 4ft (1200mm) heights. They are supplied in packs of 10.
Planning a Picket Fence?
Use the interactive guide below to see approximately how many picket fence slats you may need for different fence lengths and picket spacing.
How Many Picket Fence Slats Do I Need?
The number of pickets required depends on the length of your fence and the clear gap between each 70mm wide slat. Select your fence length below to see the estimated number of pickets required at different spacing options.
Picket Fence Slat Quantity Calculator
Select your fence length. The results show the approximate number of 70mm wide pickets required and the number of packs of 10 to order.
| Clear gap | Pickets required | 10-slat packs | Slats supplied |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25mm | 53 | 6 | 60 |
| 40mm | 46 | 5 | 50 |
| 50mm | 42 | 5 | 50 |
| 75mm | 35 | 4 | 40 |
| 100mm | 30 | 3 | 30 |
| Clear gap | Pickets required | 10-slat packs | Slats supplied |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25mm | 106 | 11 | 110 |
| 40mm | 91 | 10 | 100 |
| 50mm | 84 | 9 | 90 |
| 75mm | 69 | 7 | 70 |
| 100mm | 59 | 6 | 60 |
| Clear gap | Pickets required | 10-slat packs | Slats supplied |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25mm | 159 | 16 | 160 |
| 40mm | 137 | 14 | 140 |
| 50mm | 125 | 13 | 130 |
| 75mm | 104 | 11 | 110 |
| 100mm | 89 | 9 | 90 |
| Clear gap | Pickets required | 10-slat packs | Slats supplied |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25mm | 211 | 22 | 220 |
| 40mm | 182 | 19 | 190 |
| 50mm | 167 | 17 | 170 |
| 75mm | 138 | 14 | 140 |
| 100mm | 118 | 12 | 120 |
What Are Picket Fence Slats?
Picket fence slats are individual vertical timber pales used to construct a picket-style fence. They are fixed to horizontal rails between fence posts, allowing you to decide the spacing and overall appearance of the finished fence.
You may also see them described as picket fence pales, picket pales, fence pales or paling slats. These terms are often used for the individual timber components that form the face of a traditional picket fence.
One of the main advantages of buying individual picket slats rather than complete fence panels is flexibility. You can choose the fence length, spacing and layout yourself rather than being restricted to a fixed panel width.
3ft or 4ft Picket Fence Slats?
3ft Picket Fence Slats
The 3ft option is well suited to lower garden boundaries, front gardens, pathways, flower beds and decorative fencing.
The lower height gives the finished fence a traditional open appearance without creating a particularly tall boundary.
4ft Picket Fence Slats
The 4ft option gives a taller finished boundary where additional height is preferred.
It retains the traditional rounded-top appearance while providing a more substantial picket fence.
What Gap Should I Leave Between Picket Fence Slats?
The ideal spacing depends on the appearance you want. A smaller gap produces a more closely spaced fence and requires more picket fence slats. A larger gap creates a more open appearance and reduces the number of pickets required.
| Clear gap | Picket + gap | Approx. pickets for 10m | Packs of 10 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25mm | 95mm | 106 | 11 |
| 40mm | 110mm | 91 | 10 |
| 50mm | 120mm | 84 | 9 |
| 75mm | 145mm | 69 | 7 |
| 100mm | 170mm | 59 | 6 |
For example, a 10 metre fence with a 50mm clear gap requires approximately 84 pickets. As the slats are supplied in packs of 10, you would order 9 packs, providing 90 slats.
Picket Fence Slat Quantity Guide
The table below provides a quick estimate for common fence lengths and spacing options. The figures assume 70mm wide pickets.
| Fence length | 25mm gap | 40mm gap | 50mm gap | 75mm gap | 100mm gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5m | 53 | 46 | 42 | 35 | 30 |
| 10m | 106 | 91 | 84 | 69 | 59 |
| 15m | 159 | 137 | 125 | 104 | 89 |
| 20m | 211 | 182 | 167 | 138 | 118 |
These figures are estimates. Allow for any additional requirements created by fence ends, changes in direction, cutting or replacement pieces.
How to Build a Picket Fence Using Individual Slats
Individual picket fence slats are normally fixed vertically to horizontal rails between suitable fence posts. Because the slats are supplied individually, you can set the spacing to suit your project.
Uses for Picket Fence Slats
Individual round top picket slats can be used for a wide range of garden and outdoor fencing projects.
Picket Fence Slat Specifications
Picket Fence Slats FAQs
How many picket fence slats do I need?
The quantity depends on your fence length and the clear gap between each 70mm wide picket. Use the quantity calculator above to check common fence lengths and spacing options.
What size are these picket fence slats?
The slats are 70mm wide and 19mm thick. They are available in 3ft (900mm) and 4ft (1200mm) heights.
Are these picket fence slats treated?
Yes. These picket fence slats are green treated softwood and are intended for outdoor fencing and landscaping applications.
What gap should I leave between picket fence slats?
Common spacing options include 25mm, 40mm, 50mm, 75mm and 100mm. The smaller the gap, the more slats you will need for the same fence length.
How many pickets are supplied in a pack?
The picket fence slats are supplied in packs of 10.
Are picket fence slats the same as fence pales?
The terms are commonly used interchangeably. A picket slat or fence pale is the individual vertical timber component used to form the face of a picket-style fence.
Are these round top picket fence slats?
Yes. These picket fence slats feature a rounded top profile designed to create the traditional appearance associated with picket fencing.
Can these be used as replacement fence pales?
They may be suitable where the width, thickness, height and profile match the existing fence. Always check the dimensions before ordering replacement pieces.
Should I order extra picket fence slats?
Allowing a small additional quantity can be useful for cutting, fence-end adjustments, installation errors or future replacement pieces.
What are picket fence slats used for?
They can be used for front garden fencing, garden boundaries, driveway boundaries, pathway edging, flower bed borders, decorative fencing and compatible replacement fence pales.
Buy Picket Fence Slats from Plywood ETC
Choose from 3ft and 4ft green treated round top picket fence slats, supplied in packs of 10. Select your preferred fence spacing and use the quantity guide above to estimate how many slats you need for your project.
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