Formula and input notes
Repeated stations = ceil(ceil[run length ÷ spacing] + 1, then apply the entered allowance)
| Input | Practical note |
|---|---|
| Spacing | This is the Wood Fence Calculator layout value for spacing; confirm whether the drawing specifies clear or on-center spacing. |
Worked wood fence example
Wood Fence Calculator example: A 82-ft run at 8-ft spacing gives ceil(82 ÷ 8) + 1 = 12 layout stations. With 5% allowance, the estimate rounds to 13.
Use the count as a baseline
Use the result as a post baseline, then count rails, boards or pickets, concrete, fasteners, caps, and preservative separately.
Posts, gates, and field conditions
Fence height, wind exposure, rail spans, post species and grade, soil, frost, gates, and board pattern affect the complete takeoff.
Questions specific to this calculation
What does one repeated station represent for wood fence?
Enter straight run length and planned post spacing. Add posts at ends, corners, gates, and abrupt grade changes from the site layout.