There are three common types of wood fences besides the many custom types:

Stockade: All the boards are one side against each other and post and rails are on the other, with this kind of fence you get a lot of privacy but you need to remember that boards do shrink after being installed so after a few days you will be able to see through it a bit.

Shadow Box: This type looks very similar on both sides and allows wind to flow through it.  But you can see through it when you look at it at an angle.

Board on Board: This is the only one that gives you complete privacy. It has a board on top of every board.

1. We use 3/4" boards, not 5/8"
2. We use galvanized Ring Shank nails
3. Drive gates come standard with galvanized steel frames
4. We pour 2' of concrete on every post
5. We use #2 grade square cut 4x4's not #3

NOTE - VERY IMPORTANT: We suggest you water seal your fence immediately.  We live in such a humid environment that your wood fence absorbs the water and expands, then when the sun comes out again it contracts from doing this again causes wood to warp, crack and split apart.  You should seal your fence every 18 to 24 months.

I hope this helps you choose and take care of your wood fence.