Fence Picket Calculator

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Formula

Pickets = ceil(fence length × 12 ÷ (picket width + gap)).

Worked example

50 ft fence, 5.5 in pickets, 0.5 in gap → about 100 pickets.

Source & last checked

Fence kit spacing guides

Last checked: 2026-09-25

FAQ
Is this exact?

No — estimates only. Verify official sources.

Do you store my numbers?

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