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Fence

A Fence is a player-built fortification in DayZ used to enclose and defend a base. It starts from a deployed Fence Kit, requires Wooden Logs for the base, and can be finished with wooden or metal panels, Barbed Wire, Camo Net, or upgraded into a Gate with Metal Wire and Pliers.

Quick item summary

TypeBase Building / Fortification
Main useBase wall and defense
Started withFence Kit
Base materials2 Wooden Logs
Wood panel materialsWooden Planks, Nails

Quick answer

The Fence is one of the core base-building structures in DayZ. It lets players create walls, protect storage, control entrances, and build secure compounds. A Fence can be upgraded with wood or metal paneling, fitted with Barbed Wire or a Camo Net, and modified into a Gate for controlled access.

In-game description

“Extendable fence. One of the key elements of enclosing an area.”

Main Uses

  • Build base walls and defensive barriers
  • Enclose storage, tents, vehicles, and shelters
  • Create a controlled base perimeter
  • Upgrade part of the fence into a Gate
  • Attach a Camo Net for concealment
  • Attach Barbed Wire for extra defense
  • Use Sheet Metal for stronger paneling
  • Support larger base layouts with Watchtowers and storage structures

How to use this item

Start a Fence

A Fence starts with a deployed Fence Kit. After placing the kit, attach Wooden Logs and use a digging tool to build the base.

  1. Craft or obtain a Fence Kit.
  2. Deploy the Fence Kit on valid ground.
  3. Attach 2 Wooden Logs.
  4. Use a Shovel, Field Shovel, Pickaxe, or Farming Hoe to build the fence base.
  5. After the base is created, continue with frames and paneling.
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Build upper and lower frames

After the fence base is built, add Wooden Planks and Nails to build upper and lower frames.

  1. Attach Wooden Planks and Nails to the Fence.
  2. Use a Hammer or Hatchet to build the lower frame.
  3. Repeat the process for the upper frame.
  4. Frames are required before wall panels can be built.
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Add wall paneling

Fence panels can be built from wood or Sheet Metal. Wood is easier to gather, while metal is stronger.

  1. Attach Wooden Planks and Nails for wood paneling.
  2. Attach Sheet Metal and Nails for metal paneling.
  3. Use a Hammer or Hatchet to build the panels.
  4. Build upper and lower panels depending on how much coverage you want.
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Upgrade into a Gate

A Fence can be turned into an openable Gate with Metal Wire and Pliers.

  1. Build a Fence section first.
  2. Attach Metal Wire to the Fence.
  3. Use Pliers to convert the Fence into a Gate.
  4. Attach a Combination Lock if you want to secure it.
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Add attachments

A Fence can use attachments like Camo Net and Barbed Wire for concealment and defense.

  1. Attach a Camo Net to help hide the Fence.
  2. Attach Barbed Wire to valid attachment slots.
  3. Use Pliers to mount Barbed Wire if needed.
  4. Be careful around Barbed Wire because it can injure players.
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Dismantle or destroy parts

Certain tools can dismantle or destroy Fence parts. Dismantling may return resources, while destruction usually does not.

  1. Use the correct tool on the correct Fence part.
  2. Aim carefully because tools can show multiple actions depending on the part targeted.
  3. Avoid dismantling base parts by mistake if items are stored inside or nearby.
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How to get Fence

  • Craft and deploy a Fence Kit.
  • Attach 2 Wooden Logs to build the base.
  • Use a digging tool to finalize the base.
  • Attach Wooden Planks and Nails to build frames and wooden panels.
  • Use Sheet Metal and Nails if you want metal paneling.
  • Add Metal Wire and use Pliers if you want to convert the Fence into a Gate.

Spawn info

Crafted
  • • Fences are player-built structures.
  • • A deployed Fence Kit is required to start construction.
  • • The wiki lists the location as crafted because Fences do not spawn as normal loot.

Important notes

  • A Fence starts from a deployed Fence Kit.
  • The base requires 2 Wooden Logs.
  • A Shovel, Field Shovel, Pickaxe, or Farming Hoe can be used to build the base.
  • Upper and lower frames are built with Wooden Planks and Nails.
  • Wood paneling uses Wooden Planks and Nails.
  • Metal paneling uses Sheet Metal and Nails.
  • A Fence can be upgraded into a Gate with Metal Wire and Pliers.
  • A Gate can be secured with a Combination Lock.
  • A Fence can accept Camo Net for concealment.
  • A Fence can accept up to 2 Barbed Wire attachments.
  • Barbed Wire must be handled carefully because it can injure players.
  • The listed lifespan is 45 days.
  • Fence placement matters because it controls your base perimeter and gate options.
  • If base parts are dismantled incorrectly, stored items or nearby resources may be lost.