Quick Answer
Cedar and pine are the two common wood fence choices in North Texas. S&B Fencing's standard is imported cedar, with Western Red Cedar as an upgrade, and every fence is built on galvanized steel posts. Compare the whole fence: picket layout, posts, height, gates and finish, and check your HOA's color requirements.
Updated October 2026
Cedar and Pine Compared
| Cedar | Pine | |
|---|---|---|
| Rot and insect resistance | Naturally resistant | Relies on pressure treatment |
| Warping and shrinking | More stable | More prone to shrinking, warping and checking as it dries in Texas heat |
| Weight | Lighter | Heavier |
| Look | Warm red-brown tone that weathers to silver-gray | Pale, often greenish when treated |
| Stain | Takes stain and holds it well | Takes stain |
Which Should You Choose?
Pine for the lowest up-front cost on a fence you'll stain and maintain.
Cedar for most homes that want it to stay straight and good-looking.
Western Red Cedar as the upgrade.
How S&B Builds Your Wood Fence
Our standard is imported cedar. Western Red Cedar is available as an upgrade.
Every S&B fence is built on heavy-duty .095-gauge galvanized steel posts.
Compare the full fence specification: picket layout, height, gates and finish. Your HOA may set style and stain-color requirements, and your city sets height and placement requirements.
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