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Fence materials list & cut list
Wood or vinyl privacy fence with gates. Below is the standard parts list and cut list for a typical fence, generated by the same engine that powers our free calculator. Quantities scale with your dimensions — this is the baseline shopping list before you customize.
Estimates only — not a quote. Baseline total: $3,129
Materials list
| Item | Qty | Unit cost | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4×4 Posts (8ft wood) | 18 ea | $22 | $396 |
| Rails (2×4×8') | 50 ea | $9 | $450 |
| Pickets (5.5" wide) | 268 ea | $4.5 | $1,206 |
| Concrete mix (50lb bags) | 72 bag | $6.5 | $468 |
| Exterior fasteners | 66 lb | $8 | $528 |
| Gate frame lumber (2×4×8') | 4 ea | $9 | $36 |
| Gate hardware kit (hinges + latch) | 1 kit | $45 | $45 |
Cut list
| Part | Qty | Size | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Line & gate posts | 18 | 4×4 × 8' | Bury 2ft in concrete. |
| Top & bottom rails | 50 | 2×4 cut to 7.73' | 3 per section — 15 equal bays, not one short end bay. |
| Pickets | 268 | 5.5" × 6' | Space 0.25" apart. |
| Gate frames | 1 | 2×4 frame, 4' wide × 6' | Add diagonal brace, low corner to hinge side. |
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This list is a common-size baseline. Run the calculator with your dimensions for an exact materials list, cut list, and cost estimate.
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