Shadowbox Fence Installation in North Dallas

Shadowbox Fencing in North Dallas

What Is a Shadowbox Fence?

A shadowbox fence sets cedar pickets on alternating sides of the rails — one picket on the front, the next on the back — leaving a small offset between them. The result is a semi-private fence that looks identical and finished from both sides (which is why it’s often called a “good-neighbor” fence), while air still passes through the offset gaps.

Why North Dallas Homeowners Choose Shadowbox

Two things make shadowbox a favorite here. First, it presents the same attractive look from both sides, so it’s great for shared property lines where neither neighbor gets stuck with the “bad” side. Second, it lets North Texas wind pass through instead of catching it like a solid fence, which reduces stress on the fence and offers semi-privacy with airflow. If you want full privacy instead, ask us about privacy and board-on-board fencing.

How We Build It

We build shadowbox fences from high-quality cedar with alternating pickets on hidden U-channel steel posts set in concrete. The rails seat into the channel, the pickets mount to the rails like a normal cedar fence, and a cover picket hides the post — so you get a good-neighbor fence on a frame set more than two feet deep in concrete to resist North Texas clay heave. More on cedar ›

What Affects the Cost of a Shadowbox Fence

Cost depends on the fence height, total linear footage, the number and type of gates, terrain, and any upgrades like staining. We measure your property and provide a free, itemized written quote.