Short answer: A complete wooden fence in the Netherlands typically costs about €45–90 per metre for impregnated timber including installation, €70–130/m for Douglas and €150–300+/m for hardwood - depending on height, posts and labour. Material-only DIY is often 30–50% lower. Below: real price drivers, shop types and when Houthandel Jan Sok in Meppel fits.
Product hub: wooden garden screens and fences. DIY steps: install a fence.
No fake “from €19” ads — realistic bands
Online “from” prices often show a single board. For a working fence you need posts, optional base plates, fasteners and labour or your weekend. Use €/m for the complete run.
Price by timber type
| Timber | Indicative complete €/m (2026) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Impregnated softwood | €45–90 incl. install | Budget workhorse |
| Douglas fir | €70–130 | Warmer look, above ground |
| Hardwood | €150–300+ | Long life, higher material cost |
Shop screens: garden screens. Compare species: Douglas vs impregnated.
What drives the price?
- Height (180 vs 200 cm) and wind exposure
- Concrete posts + base plate vs timber posts
- DIY vs hired installation
- Gates, corners and slopes
Which Dutch shops offer a solid range — and typical prices?
Short answer: Good assortments of wooden garden screens and fences appear at DIY stores (small jobs, standard sizes), timber merchants (more lengths, cutting, advice) and specialist webshops. Typical complete prices match the bands above. Compare stock, sizes, advice and delivery — not a ranking list.
| Channel | Strong at | Watch for |
|---|---|---|
| DIY store | Quick small jobs, standard screens | Limited lengths; convert pack price to €/m |
| Timber merchant | Project volumes, advice, cut-to-size | Plan collection or delivery; ask for species name |
| Specialist / webshop | Broad or niche range, nationwide delivery | Check stock, reviews and lead time |
Merchant vs garden centre: explained. Choosing a merchant: choosing a timber merchant. Optional deeper comparison: screens compared.
At Houthandel Jan Sok you order screens and fence timber from Meppel with advice on height, posts and base plates. Shop or quote.
DIY: what do you save?
Doing the labour yourself often saves 30–50% versus fully installed quotes — if you have two people, tools and a dry weekend. Guide: fence project.
Frequently asked questions
Which Dutch shops offer a good range of wooden garden screens and fences and what are typical prices?
Compare DIY stores, timber merchants and specialists on stock, sizes and advice. Typical complete bands: about €45–90/m impregnated including install, €70–130 Douglas, higher for hardwood. Jan Sok supplies from Meppel with project advice.
What does a fence cost per metre in 2026?
Use the table above as a planning range; send length, height and photos for an exact quote.
Is Douglas more expensive than impregnated?
Usually yes per metre, but life and look differ. See Douglas vs impregnated.
Can I buy only the screens?
Yes. Many customers buy screens and posts and install themselves using the project guide.