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2. PLANNING YOUR PROJECT
All fence panels are made to a standard 6ft (1.828m) width, and
are usually available in four heights - 3ft (900mm), 4ft (1.2m), 5ft
(1.52m) and 6ft (1.8m). If gravel boards are to be utilised, you
should make an allowance of 1ft (300mm) when choosing panel
heights. The posts are fitted in exactly the same as traditional
timber or concrete posts with concrete mix in a 2’ deep hole.
Posts will be 2ft (600mm) longer than the actual fence height
(including the gravel board if actually used). Composite fencing
posts should be concreted into the ground to ensure that the
fence is sturdy. Allow 2ft (600mm) above the chosen fence height
when deciding on post height. This extra 2ft (600mm) will be set
below ground level in the concrete. Longer posts will be needed
for sloping or soft ground.
2.5”
wood
screws
2ft between
anchors
fig. 1
3. MARKING OUT THE RUN
Establish the line of the fence by stretching a strong cord between
stakes at the extremities of the run. Note that the posts should
always be on your side of the boundary. Be sure to clear away any
plants and vegetation along the line of the fence.
4. MOUNTING THE FIRST POST
The first post will be the datum point for the complete run and
therefore must be set accurately and upright. If the fence is
running up to the house make sure the first post is securely
attached to the building with wall anchors i.e. drilled and plugged.
Be sure to insert these directly into the brickwork and not into the
mortar.
2.5”
wood
screws
2ft between
anchors
2.5”
wood
screws
2ft between
anchors
Anchors should be spaced no more than 2ft (0.6m) apart with
no less than two in total. Drill the holes in the post first and allow
only a small clearance over the shank diameter of the anchor bolt.
Offer the post to the wall ensuring it is level in both vertical planes
and aligned correctly (using a spirit level and engineers’ square). If
necessary use packing between the post and the wall.
Bolt the post firmly into position. If the first post is in open ground
it will again need to be upright and perpendicular to the ground in
both vertical planes and facing accurately in the correct direction.
Mount in concrete as detailed below then attach to the first fence
panel using 2.5” wood screws.
fig. 2
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