Fences are the poor man's wall: they might not prevent someone from trespassing, but they'll certainly imply that you would rather that they didn't. Or as Robert Frost put it in his poem, “Mending Wall,” "Good fences make good neighbours." But does that mean you can become a better neighbour by making a better fence? Maybe!

Bored Panda has put together this list of fantastic fences to inspire you, dear neighbours, to be even better. Have a fence but no neighbour on the other side? Put a bird on it, and watch potential neighbours flock to set up shop next door! Or, if a bird doesn't do the trick, then check out some of these radical fences below. Vote on your favourite, or upload pictures of your own fencing. (h/t)

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Tree Mural Fence Decor

Tree Mural Fence Decor

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Marble Fence Decor

Marble Fence Decor

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Robert O
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Another photo from a bit further back would have been welcome

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#3

Bird House Fence Decor

Bird House Fence Decor

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Beach Mural Fence Decor

Beach Mural Fence Decor

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Old Window Fence Decor

Old Window Fence Decor

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#6

Mirror Fence Decor

Mirror Fence Decor

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Yvonne Bernal
Community Member
7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looked like a great idea . . . until the birds started crashing into them

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#7

Calvin And Hobbes Mural Fence Decor

Calvin And Hobbes Mural Fence Decor

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Vertical Garden Fence Decor

Vertical Garden Fence Decor

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#10

Tin Can Fence Decor

Tin Can Fence Decor

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#11

Flower Decor On A Fence Made From Old Shutters

Flower Decor On A Fence Made From Old Shutters

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Victoria Rey Piuma
Community Member
7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't like the flowers so much but the fence is awesome!

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#12

Gecko Carved On A Fence

Gecko Carved On A Fence

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Vertical Garden Fence Decor

Vertical Garden Fence Decor

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John Nathan Neil Dion
Community Member
7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh I so love this!! All these Sedums of various species growing in squarish angular boxes - a stark contrast between the organic living things and the non-living wooden boxes housing them

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#14

Sunflower Fence Decor

Sunflower Fence Decor

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#15

Upcycled Boot Planter Fence Decor

Upcycled Boot Planter Fence Decor

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#16

Mom Sent Dad Out To Paint The Fence, This Was The Result.

Mom Sent Dad Out To Paint The Fence, This Was The Result.

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#17

Hanging Mason Jar Lights Fence Decor

Hanging Mason Jar Lights Fence Decor

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#18

Window Fence Decor

Window Fence Decor

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Lea Wade
Community Member
7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love this! It looks like Alice in Wonderland.

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#21

Hanging Pots Fence

Hanging Pots Fence

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Marla Cundiff
Community Member
7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This would be perfect for growing strawberries!

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#22

Bringing A Little Color To My Garden Throughout The Year.

Bringing A Little Color To My Garden Throughout The Year.

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#24

Blackboard Fence Decor

Blackboard Fence Decor

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Rhon
Community Member
7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is fantastic! I wish we'd thought of this when our kids were young.

#25

Garden Door Fence Decor

Garden Door Fence Decor

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Lara de Montfort
Community Member
7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He he you can see the person taking the picture

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Threaded Words Fence Decor

Threaded Words Fence Decor

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KateandAllison HW
Community Member
7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Like this although the actual wording is a little cheesy for my taste.

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#27

Christmas Lights Fence Decor

Christmas Lights Fence Decor

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Plant Display Fence Decor

Plant Display Fence Decor

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#30

Wedding Day Backyard Fence

Wedding Day Backyard Fence

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Jen Mart
Community Member
1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

very clever! I like the movement portrayed

#32

Picture Frames Fence Decor

Picture Frames Fence Decor

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Mason Jar Vases Fence Decor

Mason Jar Vases Fence Decor

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#34

Threaded Pluto Wire Fence Decor

Threaded Pluto Wire Fence Decor

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#35

Birdhouses Fence Decor

Birdhouses Fence Decor

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#37

Wooden Dragonflies Fence Decor

Wooden Dragonflies Fence Decor

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#39

Colorful Flag Fence Decor

Colorful Flag Fence Decor

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#40

Wine Bottles Repurposed Into A Beautiful Vase Composition On A Fence

Wine Bottles Repurposed Into A Beautiful Vase Composition On A Fence

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Katarzyna Hamer
Community Member
7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

bottles in a sun may cause fire, dangerous idea...

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#43

Bee Flower Pot Fence Decor

Bee Flower Pot Fence Decor

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Giant Orange Flower Fence Decor

Giant Orange Flower Fence Decor

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#45

Upcycled Crate Display On A Fence

Upcycled Crate Display On A Fence

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#46

Colors

Colors

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Tiny Dynamine
Community Member
7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's a nice subtle effect at night.

#47

Letter Planter Fence Decor

Letter Planter Fence Decor

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#48

Fairy Tale Mural Stone Fence Decor

Fairy Tale Mural Stone Fence Decor

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#49

Autumn Hanging Fence

Autumn Hanging Fence

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Jen Mart
Community Member
1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

love it Gives off cool vintage children's book vibe

#50

Frame Garden Fence Decor

Frame Garden Fence Decor

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#51

Panel Shelf Fence Decor

Panel Shelf Fence Decor

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#52

Flower Planter Fence Decor

Flower Planter Fence Decor

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Vintage Tray Fence Decor

Vintage Tray Fence Decor

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Tiny Dynamine
Community Member
7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That'll work well when animals go exploring...

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#56

Old Window Fence Decor

Old Window Fence Decor

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Repurposed Handbag Fence Decor

Repurposed Handbag Fence Decor

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Burlap Banner Fence Decor

Burlap Banner Fence Decor

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#59

Perpetual Garden In Winter

Perpetual Garden In Winter

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Jen Mart
Community Member
1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

great idea. Takes away from depressing snow covered lawn furniture!

#60

Artist John Flores Work In Progress/ashbury Tobacco Company In Sf, Haight St. Janis,hendrix,etc

Artist John Flores Work In Progress/ashbury Tobacco Company In Sf, Haight St. Janis,hendrix,etc

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This Is A #mural My Little Sister #amandaherbert Painted On A Woman's Fence Here In New Zealand

This Is A #mural My Little Sister #amandaherbert Painted On A Woman's Fence Here In New Zealand