Superior Is Your Source For Quality Picket Fences And Gates In Southern PA

The picket fence is probably the most revered fence style in the country. This classic and charming fence exemplifies the American dream of owning a home surrounded by a “white picket fence.” With Superior Fence & Rail of Southern PA, you can own this charismatic fence at your home. We offer picket fence and gate styles in wood as well as vinyl. Not to mention, our superior construction and installation means you can live the American dream right here in Southern PA. Let’s learn more about the origins of the picket fence and details about our modern-day picket fence offerings.

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The Picket Fence – The Most Beloved Fence Style Ever

If someone were to ask you, “Which type of fence is the most nostalgic,” what would be the answer? For many, it would be the picket fence. The scalloped picket fence, in particular, immediately takes us to a place of calm and pure Americana. Believe it or not, the history of the picket fence is older than the United States itself. With roots spanning back to Old Europe. As early as 1500, famed Renaissance painter Botticelli painted a picket fence in his work “Agony In The Garden,” which now resides in the National Gallery London.

Origins Of The Picket Fence

According to an article in Smithsonian Magazine, “The term picket was derived from the French word piquet, meaning “pointed stick or board.” Originally, pickets were made for military gear. They consisted of logs sharpened to shield archers from cavalry (makes sense). Eventually, to quell the need to demarcate and perhaps defend their land, New World colonists installed fences of rough pickets, bare or painted white.” And, voila… the picket “fence” was born.

Our Wooden Picket Fence & Gate – A Cherished Classic

Superior Fence & Rail of Southern PA offers naturally beautiful wood picket fences and accompanying gates and entry. Our wooden fences are all constructed using Superior heavy-duty lumber with some of the best warranties in the business. Each of our wooden fences is constructed on-site. You can choose a traditional wooden picket fence or a scalloped wood picket fence and gate. Either of these are sure to create maximum curb appeal at your Southern PA home.

You may choose to paint or stain your wood picket fence once it is installed. You may do so, but we recommend properly letting the wood “cure” before sealing, staining, or painting. Our Superior Wood Fence Care & Maintenance Guide can be found on our website.

Read The Most Beautiful Wood Fence Designs For Your Southern PA Home for more wooden fence options.

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Low Maintenance Vinyl Picket Fence & Gate

Are you looking for a low-maintenance option for the wooden picket fence and gate? Superior’s vinyl picket fence offers low maintenance with a high aesthetic! Made using only the best vinyl components that were designed by Superior Fence & Rail and backed by remarkable warranties. Each of Superior’s vinyl fences comes standard with SolarShield. This proprietary acrylic blend protects your vinyl fence from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays. SolarShield is a protective outer layer engineered to reduce oxidation significantly and the damaging effects of the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Even in harsh climates, SolarShield protects the color and sheen of our vinyl for a longer period.

Come On Over To Our Side Of The Fence

Superior Fence & Rail of Southern PA wants to be your picket fence and gate company. Whether you are looking for a picket fence to use as a perimeter fence, dog fence, garden fence, or fence for curb appeal – we have a fence for that! Our fences add value to your home and lifestyle. Contact us today to learn more and schedule a consultation with one of our Superior team members.

We look forward to hearing from you!