Ash Horse Fence Boards Ontario – Chew-Resistant Rails for Paddocks & Farms
If you're building or replacing a horse fence in Ontario, choosing the right lumber for your rails makes a big difference in how long your fence lasts — and how much maintenance it needs. Ash hardwood is one of the best choices for horse fence boards, and here's why.
Why Ash for Horse Fence Rails?
Ash is a dense, hard hardwood — significantly harder than pine or spruce. Horses are notorious for chewing fence boards, and softer woods like pine give way quickly. Ash's hardness makes it far more resistant to chewing, helping your fence hold up longer with less damage and fewer board replacements.
Ash Rails + Cedar Posts: The Right Combination
For a complete horse fence system, we recommend pairing ash rails with cedar fence posts. Cedar is naturally rot-resistant, making it ideal for ground contact where moisture and soil would quickly degrade other species. Ash is best used above ground for the rails and boards where its hardness and chew resistance shine.
- Rails: Ash 1x6 or 1x8 boards, 10 feet long
- Posts: Cedar posts (naturally rot-resistant, no pressure treatment needed)
Available Sizes
We carry rough cut ash boards in the following sizes for horse fencing:
All boards are cut to order. Custom lengths available — call or text us to discuss your project.
Local Pickup in Ontario
We supply horse fence lumber across Ontario including Kitchener-Waterloo, Hamilton, London, Guelph, Cambridge, Brantford, and surrounding areas. Local pickup available. Freight quotes available for larger orders.
Ordering in bulk for a full paddock or farm fence? Call or text us for volume pricing: 519-576-5788.