Fence — Maker Plugin Sketchup

Fence Maker plugin for SketchUp is a specialized, often free extension designed to streamline the creation of fences, railings, and barriers along lines, curves, and varied terrain. It allows users to turn simple 2D paths into detailed 3D fences in just a few clicks.

1. Draw your path above the terrain or use Drape to project the line onto the mesh.
2. In Fence Maker Pro, check the box labeled "Adapt to Terrain."
3. Set the "Post Footing Depth" (e.g., 24"). The plugin will calculate where the ground hits each post and cut the bottom of the post off at the exact terrain intersection.

Choose or Create a Style: Select from a list of pre-made templates or input your specific dimensions (e.g., Post Width: 4", Spacing: 6', Height: 6'). fence maker plugin sketchup

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Finalize: The plugin will extrude the chosen 3D model along your selected path.  Alternative & Related Plugins  Draw your path above the terrain or use

3. Step-by-Step Workflow

Step 1: Draw the Path

• Use the Line or Arc tool to draw the fence baseline (the center line where posts will go).
• Tip: Keep segments connected for a continuous fence. For a closed area (e.g., garden), draw a rectangle.

8. Final Workflow Example

[ Toolbar Icon: Fence Path ] — Click to select line. [ Toolbar Icon: Styles ] — Opens UI Sidebar.

5. Pro Tips

• Use Components: Fence Maker outputs posts/rails as components. Edit one – all update.
• Curves matter: For smooth arcs, increase segment count before generating. Low-poly arcs look jagged.
• Performance: Very long fences (>500 posts) slow down SketchUp. Use "Proxy Mode" (low-poly preview) if available.
• Terrain following: Fence Maker works on flat paths. To follow a slope, first create a sandbox terrain, draw a contour line on it, then run the plugin. Posts will stick to the ground height.