Fence Calculator Fence Calculator Estimate the basic materials needed for your fence project (posts, rails, pickets/panels). Fence Layout Total Fence Length (feet): Post Spacing (feet): Distance between the centers of your posts. Typically 6 to 8 feet. Fence Structure Horizontal Rails per Section: Number of horizontal boards between posts (e.g., top, middle, bottom = 3). Fence Infill (Pickets or Panels) Infill Type: Individual Pickets Pre-built Panels Picket Width (inches): Actual width of one picket. Gap Between Pickets (inches): Desired space between each picket. Enter 0 for no gap. Panel Width (feet): Width of one pre-built fence panel. Should usually match post spacing. Calculate Fence Materials