ClearQuestion Topics Fencing Gates Ordering Deliveries Outdoor Living Pets & PoultryTOPIC NAMECan I collect my order placed online from your Country Store?Yes you can. We offer click and collect for all items we sell on our website. Please wait until you hear back from us before popping in to our Country Store to collect. Read MoreDo you offer a local delivery service?Yes we do. If you have placed an order online and were able to select a local delivery option you will receive an email or call from us letting you know which day your goods are being delivered. We are currently delivering the following days: Tuesday: Bridport and Eastbound Friday: Bridport and Westbound Prices based on time […] Read MoreAre you able to put up my fence?Yes we can! Not only do we supply an extensive range of materials, but we also have an experienced team who are capable of erecting any fence you require. Provided you would like work completed within 70 miles from our HQ in Salway Ash, Dorset we will be happy to quote for fence installation. Read MoreCan I put fence panels on metal posts?It’s fine to put fence panels on metal posts. At John Bright Fencing, we stock the DuraPost range of metal fence posts. They are either concreted in or bolted down to the ground and the fence panels slot into them. DuraPosts are powder coated in Olive or Anthracite Grey for a decorative yet long-lasting finish. […] Read MoreCan my Langdon shed door be in a different position?As standard an Langdon Apex Shed has the door in the narrow end with the window in one of the long sides. As an option the door can go in the long side, the shed may need to be made taller to accommodate this so there could be an extra charge. As standard the Langdon […] Read MoreCan you repair my fence?We don’t undertake repairs or maintain other companies’ products but would be happy to provide a quotation to replace old or damaged fences with our own fencing. Read MoreDo timber posts have shaped tops?Timber posts come with sawn flat end tops as standard at John Bright Fencing. If you require them to be shaped with a dome or pyramid top this can be done in our workshop for a small charge. Read MoreDo you give quotes?Yes, we provide quotes. Give us a call 01308 421545 and we will make an appointment for one of our estimators to visit. We will then send you quote, with no obligation. If you decide to proceed, we will then book you a date when our team will be with you. Read MoreDo you provide any help if I wish to carry out my own fence installation?If you’re considering your own fence installation and you require some help and guidance our team are available to call for advice on 01308 421545 or check out our blog and FAQs for handy tips and more information. Read MoreDo you sell horse feed?Yes, we keep a range in stock of horse feed in various brands, and we can also place ‘special orders’ for customers whose horse needs something specific. Read MoreDo your sheds come flat packed?Our sheds all come flat packed but don’t be scared! Our store sheds are all made on site and have been together then taken apart for delivery. The roof will be felted, the doors will be hung and the pack of bolts will be included. This is also the same for our Langdon sheds and […] Read MoreHow can I treat oak?We recommend leaving oak untreated. However, if you would like to treat it, you could use Ronseal teak oil. Read MoreHow do I find out about the costs of having a fence installed?When making an enquiry please be prepared with an estimate of the quantity of fencing you require for the project. Also, an indication of the desired layout with details of corners and gates. The more information you have when you contact us either on 01308 421545 or by completing our online contact form, the more […] Read MoreHow do I treat Iroko?We recommend treating Iroko hardwood with a ‘Ronseal Hardwood Garden Furniture Oil’. This is a mixture of traditional oils with the benefit of a slight pigment to increase the depth of colour and product against UV fading. Read MoreHow do I treat Scandinavian Redwood?To treat Scandinavian Redwood we recommend Ronseal Shed and Fence Preserver as it’s easy to apply, protects against rot and decay and provides a colour. Read MoreHow do you deliver?We have a few options available. Our own fleet of vehicles can provide a local delivery service from our headquarters to many customers living in Dorset, Devon and Somerset. We can also offer delivery to UK addresses further away using Tufnell’s courier service. Please note that there can be some remote address exclusions for this […] Read MoreHow long after I place an order can I expect delivery?Lead times on deliveries depends on the product ordered. For ordered item that are in stock we will aim to get these dispatched and delivered to you within a few working days of receiving you order. We will always try to fit in deliveries to meet customer requirements, so if you have a specific deadline […] Read MoreHow long does it take for you to install a fence?Installation times can vary depending on the time of year, the size and level of complexity of the project and the type of fence being installed. We recommend contacting our friendly customer service team on 01308 421545 to obtain a rough estimation of the timeframes involved in completing the project. Read MoreMy gate won’t close – can timber expand?Timber is a natural product, therefore we do expect a small amount of swelling and/or shrinkage – this is normal. This occurs with changes in the weather which cause an increase or reduction of moisture in the timber. If we supplied and installed your gate within the last year we will happily come and adjust […] Read MoreWhat animal bedding should I use?We stock the following types of animal bedding, which are suitable for many animals: Large flake woodshavings – horses, livestock Small flake wood shavings – horses, poultry, small pets Bedmax shavings – horses, livestock Miscanthus – horses, poultry, waterfowl Wood pellets – horses Barley straw – small pets All shavings are dust extracted. Read MoreWhat does creosoted mean?Creosote is a pale yellow liquid used as a timber treatment for agricultural use. Creosote is a fantastic treatment for timber but must be handled with care as it can damage skin and cause long lasting health problems. Read MoreWhat happens after I accept your fence installation quotation?Following your acceptance of the installation quotation we will be in touch to either arrange a suitable date for a site visit if not already done or for the work to be carried out. When a date has been arranged, we ask for a deposit, the balance will then be due on completion of the […] Read MoreWhat is Iroko?Iroko is an extremely durable hardwood, making it an excellent choice for external gates and garden furniture. Iroko comes from sustainable sources in the Ivory Coast. The Iroko can be treated with an oil to ‘feed’ the timber or it can be left to weather grey naturally. Read MoreWhat is Scandinavian Redwood?Scandinavian Redwood is a softwood from Scandinavia. The trees are slow growing making them suitable for use in sheds and gates where a good ‘clean’ finish is required. Read MoreWhat is a gravel board?A gravel board can also be known as a kick board or barge board. They are usually positioned underneath a fence panel to preserve the life of the fence. Timber, concrete or composite gravel boards are available from stock. Read MoreWhat is dip treated?The timber goes into a tank of treatment, like a bath, ensuring the timber gets covered. This is then left to dry. Our products that are dip treated have a golden brown finish. If you have a dip treated lap panel we recommend retreating with a preserver after a couple of years to ensure product […] Read MoreWhat is tanalised/pressure treated timber?Tanalising is the treatment process used on timber to protect against rot and decay. Timber goes into a tank of treatment and the pressure increased to force the treatment into the timber. The majority of our posts that are to be in ground contact are redwood timber, treated to UC4, for 15 year life expectancy. Read MoreWhat size chicken house should I buy?If you’re wondering what size chicken house to buy, depending on the size of the chicken we suggest at least one square foot per chicken. Enough space to enable the chicken to fully spread their wings without knocking their companions! Read MoreWhat types of wood do you use for gates?Our high quality, hand made wooden gates are available in three types of timber – tanalised softwood, Scandinavian redwood and iroko hardwood. Read MoreWhat’s the difference between hardwood and softwood?Hardwood is more durable and longer lasting than softwood (if not treated). Hardwood will be more expensive, but if you are not going to regularly treat softwood it is less labour intensive on the upkeep. If you wanted a painted finish to your gate, softwood would be the preferred choice as it takes the painted […] Read MoreWhich is the right fence panel for me?As we offer a wide range of garden fence panels, we appreciate that it can become confusing to know which is the one for you Many of our panels are available in a variety of sizes and timber types. If you are at all unsure of the best options for you then please call us […] Read MoreWhich is the right gate for me?As we offer a wide range of garden and entrances gates, we appreciate that it can become confusing to know which is the right gate for you. Many of our gates are available in a variety of sizes and timber types. If you are at all unsure of the best options for you then please […] Read MoreWho can install my fence?We can! We have 3 very experienced teams of fencers here at John Bright Fencing to help with all fencing and gate projects. Our estimator can pop out, we will send you a quote and you can say yes or no. Read MoreWhy are your fence panels measured in feet?Our Lap, Closeboard, Woven and Trellis fence panels are measured in feet because they are made in the west country using traditional methods. This was long before metric was introduced to the UK. Other panels are in metric, if you are replacing panels on existing posts always check the measurements! Read MoreCommon QuestionsCan I collect my order placed online from your Country Store?Do you offer a local delivery service?Can I collect my order placed online from your Country Store?Yes you can. We offer click and collect for all items we sell on our website. Please wait until you hear back from us before popping in to our Country Store to collect. Read MoreDo you offer a local delivery service?Yes we do. If you have placed an order online and were able to select a local delivery option you will receive an email or call from us letting you know which day your goods are being delivered. We are currently delivering the following days: Tuesday: Bridport and Eastbound Friday: Bridport and Westbound Prices based on time […] Read MoreAre you able to put up my fence?Yes we can! Not only do we supply an extensive range of materials, but we also have an experienced team who are capable of erecting any fence you require. Provided you would like work completed within 70 miles from our HQ in Salway Ash, Dorset we will be happy to quote for fence installation. Read MoreCan I put fence panels on metal posts?It’s fine to put fence panels on metal posts. At John Bright Fencing, we stock the DuraPost range of metal fence posts. They are either concreted in or bolted down to the ground and the fence panels slot into them. DuraPosts are powder coated in Olive or Anthracite Grey for a decorative yet long-lasting finish. […] Read MoreCan my Langdon shed door be in a different position?As standard an Langdon Apex Shed has the door in the narrow end with the window in one of the long sides. As an option the door can go in the long side, the shed may need to be made taller to accommodate this so there could be an extra charge. As standard the Langdon […] Read MoreCan you repair my fence?We don’t undertake repairs or maintain other companies’ products but would be happy to provide a quotation to replace old or damaged fences with our own fencing. Read MoreDo timber posts have shaped tops?Timber posts come with sawn flat end tops as standard at John Bright Fencing. If you require them to be shaped with a dome or pyramid top this can be done in our workshop for a small charge. Read MoreDo you give quotes?Yes, we provide quotes. Give us a call 01308 421545 and we will make an appointment for one of our estimators to visit. We will then send you quote, with no obligation. If you decide to proceed, we will then book you a date when our team will be with you. Read MoreDo you provide any help if I wish to carry out my own fence installation?If you’re considering your own fence installation and you require some help and guidance our team are available to call for advice on 01308 421545 or check out our blog and FAQs for handy tips and more information. Read MoreDo you sell horse feed?Yes, we keep a range in stock of horse feed in various brands, and we can also place ‘special orders’ for customers whose horse needs something specific. Read MoreDo your sheds come flat packed?Our sheds all come flat packed but don’t be scared! Our store sheds are all made on site and have been together then taken apart for delivery. The roof will be felted, the doors will be hung and the pack of bolts will be included. This is also the same for our Langdon sheds and […] Read MoreHow can I treat oak?We recommend leaving oak untreated. However, if you would like to treat it, you could use Ronseal teak oil. Read MoreHow do I find out about the costs of having a fence installed?When making an enquiry please be prepared with an estimate of the quantity of fencing you require for the project. Also, an indication of the desired layout with details of corners and gates. The more information you have when you contact us either on 01308 421545 or by completing our online contact form, the more […] Read MoreHow do I treat Iroko?We recommend treating Iroko hardwood with a ‘Ronseal Hardwood Garden Furniture Oil’. This is a mixture of traditional oils with the benefit of a slight pigment to increase the depth of colour and product against UV fading. Read MoreHow do I treat Scandinavian Redwood?To treat Scandinavian Redwood we recommend Ronseal Shed and Fence Preserver as it’s easy to apply, protects against rot and decay and provides a colour. Read MoreHow do you deliver?We have a few options available. Our own fleet of vehicles can provide a local delivery service from our headquarters to many customers living in Dorset, Devon and Somerset. We can also offer delivery to UK addresses further away using Tufnell’s courier service. Please note that there can be some remote address exclusions for this […] Read MoreRelated QuestionsDo you offer a local delivery service?How long after I place an order can I expect delivery?Lead times on deliveries depends on the product ordered. For ordered item that are in stock we will aim to get these dispatched and delivered to you within a few working days of receiving you order. We will always try to fit in deliveries to meet customer requirements, so if you have a specific deadline […] Read MoreHow long does it take for you to install a fence?Installation times can vary depending on the time of year, the size and level of complexity of the project and the type of fence being installed. We recommend contacting our friendly customer service team on 01308 421545 to obtain a rough estimation of the timeframes involved in completing the project. Read MoreMy gate won’t close – can timber expand?Timber is a natural product, therefore we do expect a small amount of swelling and/or shrinkage – this is normal. This occurs with changes in the weather which cause an increase or reduction of moisture in the timber. If we supplied and installed your gate within the last year we will happily come and adjust […] Read MoreWhat animal bedding should I use?We stock the following types of animal bedding, which are suitable for many animals: Large flake woodshavings – horses, livestock Small flake wood shavings – horses, poultry, small pets Bedmax shavings – horses, livestock Miscanthus – horses, poultry, waterfowl Wood pellets – horses Barley straw – small pets All shavings are dust extracted. Read MoreWhat does creosoted mean?Creosote is a pale yellow liquid used as a timber treatment for agricultural use. Creosote is a fantastic treatment for timber but must be handled with care as it can damage skin and cause long lasting health problems. Read MoreWhat happens after I accept your fence installation quotation?Following your acceptance of the installation quotation we will be in touch to either arrange a suitable date for a site visit if not already done or for the work to be carried out. When a date has been arranged, we ask for a deposit, the balance will then be due on completion of the […] Read MoreWhat is Iroko?Iroko is an extremely durable hardwood, making it an excellent choice for external gates and garden furniture. Iroko comes from sustainable sources in the Ivory Coast. The Iroko can be treated with an oil to ‘feed’ the timber or it can be left to weather grey naturally. Read MoreWhat is Scandinavian Redwood?Scandinavian Redwood is a softwood from Scandinavia. The trees are slow growing making them suitable for use in sheds and gates where a good ‘clean’ finish is required. Read MoreWhat is a gravel board?A gravel board can also be known as a kick board or barge board. They are usually positioned underneath a fence panel to preserve the life of the fence. Timber, concrete or composite gravel boards are available from stock. Read MoreWhat is dip treated?The timber goes into a tank of treatment, like a bath, ensuring the timber gets covered. This is then left to dry. Our products that are dip treated have a golden brown finish. If you have a dip treated lap panel we recommend retreating with a preserver after a couple of years to ensure product […] Read MoreWhat is tanalised/pressure treated timber?Tanalising is the treatment process used on timber to protect against rot and decay. Timber goes into a tank of treatment and the pressure increased to force the treatment into the timber. The majority of our posts that are to be in ground contact are redwood timber, treated to UC4, for 15 year life expectancy. Read MoreWhat size chicken house should I buy?If you’re wondering what size chicken house to buy, depending on the size of the chicken we suggest at least one square foot per chicken. Enough space to enable the chicken to fully spread their wings without knocking their companions! Read MoreWhat types of wood do you use for gates?Our high quality, hand made wooden gates are available in three types of timber – tanalised softwood, Scandinavian redwood and iroko hardwood. Read MoreWhat’s the difference between hardwood and softwood?Hardwood is more durable and longer lasting than softwood (if not treated). Hardwood will be more expensive, but if you are not going to regularly treat softwood it is less labour intensive on the upkeep. If you wanted a painted finish to your gate, softwood would be the preferred choice as it takes the painted […] Read MoreWhich is the right fence panel for me?As we offer a wide range of garden fence panels, we appreciate that it can become confusing to know which is the one for you Many of our panels are available in a variety of sizes and timber types. If you are at all unsure of the best options for you then please call us […] Read MoreWhich is the right gate for me?As we offer a wide range of garden and entrances gates, we appreciate that it can become confusing to know which is the right gate for you. Many of our gates are available in a variety of sizes and timber types. If you are at all unsure of the best options for you then please […] Read MoreWho can install my fence?We can! We have 3 very experienced teams of fencers here at John Bright Fencing to help with all fencing and gate projects. Our estimator can pop out, we will send you a quote and you can say yes or no. Read MoreWhy are your fence panels measured in feet?Our Lap, Closeboard, Woven and Trellis fence panels are measured in feet because they are made in the west country using traditional methods. This was long before metric was introduced to the UK. Other panels are in metric, if you are replacing panels on existing posts always check the measurements! Read More