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  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = '  <table border=0 cellspacing=2 cellpadding=0 width=100 align=right>\n   <tr><td><img src="http://www.askthebuilder.com/artman/uploads/639thumb.jpg" height="75" width="100" border=1></td></tr>\n  </table>\nA privacy fence can offer you lots \nof peace. Privacy fences can be made from a variety of materials. Vinyl privacy fence is acceptable, but wood privacy fences are great as well. Evergreen bushes and trees might be a better choice to create privacy. Privacy fence designs are as abundant as stars in the sky. ';
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  syndicate.article_date[ syndicate.index ] = 'Thu, 24 Jun 2004';
  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'A fence can be a useful addition to a home, as long as you have been cleared for construction concerning property and zoning lines. There are many fence materials such as chain link, wrought iron, vinyl or wood fencing. Use only the highest double hot-dipped galvanized or stainless steel fasteners so they won\'t rust. ';
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  syndicate.article_date[ syndicate.index ] = 'Mon, 28 Jul 2003';
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  syndicate.article_title[ syndicate.index ] = 'Lasting Materials for Wood Fences';
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  syndicate.article_date[ syndicate.index ] = 'Mon, 24 Mar 2003';
  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = '  <table border=0 cellspacing=2 cellpadding=0 width=100 align=right>\n   <tr><td><img src="http://www.askthebuilder.com/artman/uploads/458_1-thumb.jpg" height="75" width="100" border=1></td></tr>\n  </table>\nWood fences come in a variety of options. While CCA treated lumber has been pulled from the market, redwood, cedar and locust are some of the best natural woods to withstand the weather. If you decide to paint a fence, give the fence time to expell extra moisture before you paint. Fence posts can also be set in tamped down dirt holes for easy fixes. ';
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  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = '  <table border=0 cellspacing=2 cellpadding=0 width=100 align=right>\n   <tr><td><img src="http://www.askthebuilder.com/artman/uploads/358_1-thumb.jpg" height="75" width="100" border=1></td></tr>\n  </table>\nArtificial stone can be applied directly to a wood wall substrate for a great stone wall look. The materials used will be: treated lumber for posts and beams; plywood for the sub-wall; and tar paper, galvanized wire lath and mortar for setting the stones. ';
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  syndicate.article_title[ syndicate.index ] = 'Books on Fences';
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  syndicate.article_date[ syndicate.index ] = 'Mon, 28 Aug 2000';
  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Fence building requires planning and reading. The following books about fencing will be labor and time savers and give you some great fence design ideas. ';
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  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Chain link fences&nbsp;are strong and long lasting if installed correctly. The Chain Link Fence Manufacturers Institute has published a twenty-point fence checklist for before, during and after your chain link fence is being installed. ';
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  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'If installing a chain link fence as a do it yourself project be sure to follow some installation pointers. Select a quality grade strong fence to install, not a flimsy fence with small posts. The Chain Link Fence Manufacturers Institute has an eight-step guide to installing chain link fences. ';
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