How KDBT Lumber Makes Fencing and Gates Easier to Install and Maintain

Why KDBT Lumber Makes Fences and Gates a Breeze to Install

Installing a fence or gate can be time-consuming and challenging, especially with traditional pressure-treated lumber. Warping, cupping, and shrinking can complicate alignment and prolong installation. BarrierBoss now uses KDBT lumber—Kiln Dried Before Treatment wood—for many of our framed products to improve stability, ease handling, and ensure long-lasting performance.

What Makes KDBT Lumber Different?

Unlike conventional “wet” pressure-treated wood, KDBT lumber is kiln-dried before being treated with preservatives. This process allows the treatment to penetrate deeper into the wood fibers while ensuring the material remains dimensionally stable. The result is a strong, consistent board that’s naturally resistant to warping, twisting, cupping, and shrinking—and ready for immediate use or finishing.

Benefits of KDBT Lumber for Fencing and Gates

• Enhanced Treatment Penetration: Kiln-dried before treatment, allowing preservatives to soak deeper for improved protection against decay and pests.

• Immediate Use: Boards come finished in a natural honey-brown and are ready for installation or optional painting/staining.

• Easier Handling: Lighter, stable boards make cutting, drilling, and fastening simpler for contractors and DIYers.

• Superior Stability: Reduced warping, cupping, and shrinking ensures panels and gates stay straight and true.

• Strong Fastening: Nails and screws grip reliably, enhancing overall durability.

• Long-Term Performance: Minimal movement over time reduces maintenance and keeps fences looking professional.

• Consistent Quality: Uniform boards create a polished, cohesive appearance across all products.

BarrierBoss Products That Benefit Most from KDBT

BarrierBoss has integrated KDBT lumber into numerous products to improve installation and longevity, including:

• Rigid hog wire gates
• Gates for corrugated metal fencing
• The Yellowstone panel
• The Sandstone panel
• The Ranchlands, The Tough Panel, and The Mojave
  

Using KDBT in these products ensures that they remain straight, stable, and aesthetically pleasing, even in challenging weather conditions.

How KDBT Simplifies Installation

When installing fences or gates, consistent board dimensions mean posts, rails, and panels fit together easily. With KDBT, there’s no need to compensate for shrinking or warped boards. Contractors and DIYers alike appreciate that everything aligns quickly and accurately, reducing frustration and project time.

Long-Term Maintenance Advantages

Traditional wet pressure-treated lumber often requires sanding, sealing, or staining every few years due to warping or twisting. KDBT minimizes these issues, allowing homeowners and contractors to spend less time maintaining fences and gates. This means fewer callbacks and better satisfaction with the finished project.