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Bamboo Fencing Installation
Installation on Existing Chain Link Fence
Required tools/materials:
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Pliers, Diagonal Cutter
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Tie Wire (14-16 gauges galvanized)
1)
Have helper straighten out the bamboo roll to eliminate any kinks.
2)
Have helper hold bamboo roll against chain link fence to ensure that bamboo roll is level and one inch
above the ground. (helpful hint- set bamboo on top of one inch thick scrap piece of lumber)
3)
Attach bamboo roll to chain link fence with galvanized steel tie wire every twelve inches altering top
to bottom. Make sure that the fence is straight and level. Trim excess wire
4)
Enjoy your beautiful, tropical, eco-friendly bamboo fence!
Installation on Block/Brick Wall
Required tools/materials:
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Cordless drill
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2x4 treated lumber for horizontal rails
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Powder actuated tool with proper load and nail or Topcon system (to attach rails)
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Desk screws
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Tapered drill bit with countersink attachment
1)
Attach 2x4 near top and bottom of wall utilizing either your PAT, or Topcon system. Make sure the
horizontal rail is level and flush with the wall (remove excess mortar prior to installation
2)
Have helper hold flattened bamboo roll against horizontal rails. Pre-drill the bamboo poles with a drill
bit slightly smaller than the diameter of the deck screw (this protects the bamboo from cracking or
splitting). Fasten bamboo roll onto horizontal tails at 12'' increments. Alternate top to keep fence
straight and level.
3)
Enjoy your beautiful, tropical, eco-friendly bamboo fence!
