Q: We had our backyard fence replaced last year. The new fence is redwood, with lattice on top, in a neighbor-friendly style. It is exactly 1 year old and has darkened to a grayish hue. I was told we ...

Wrapping a real wood fence around a yard creates a natural and harmonious backdrop for a garden, while it keeps pets at home and provides privacy, that precious urban commodity. Wood also is easy to ...