However, do also bear in mind that vinyl fencing is synthetic (PVC ... and you can choose pointed, flat or dog ear finishes on the pickets. Picket fences are best if privacy isn't an issue ...

and post-and-rail fences, not to mention those with simple dog-ear pickets. Another con is that composites are susceptible to scratching, staining, and fading. Cost? Composite boards go for about ...