10 Easy Pieces: Black Wire Fencing

The little black fence is our new must-have accessory for curb appeal. We’ve long been admirers of the clean, simple lines of hog wire fences, so it’s only natural that we’ve fallen hard for the dark elegance of black wire fencing.

Did we mention that black wire fences are easy on the budget? Whether you buy standalone panels or $150-foot-long rolls, you can expect to pay less than for a typical picket, panel, or woven fence.

How best to describe the black wire fence of your dreams? Whether you call it cattle fencing, wire mesh, hog wire or just plain stylish, here are 10 options to consider:

Wire Mesh Rolls

Wire Mesh Fence Panels

If you’re designing a new fence, installing an upgrade, or planning a repair to existing panels, see more tips and inspiration in our curated guide to Fences 101, including Hog Wire Fences, Picket Fences, and Woven Fences. For more ideas, see:

• • Architects’ Secrets: 10 Ideas to Create Privacy in the Garden
  • 10 Easy Pieces: Wooden Garden Gates
  • Garden Hacks: 10 Ideas for Privacy Screens
  • Garden Gate Design: 10 Iron Entryways with Curb Appeal