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PLEASE NOTE – All installations have a varying degree of ‘uniqueness’ to them. The
following instructions are meant to be general guidelines. If you are installing your fence in
a different manner or have any questions that this guide does not answer, please contact us
via phone or email. You can also view helpful installation techniques in our Video Library
and Blog within the Knowledge Center of our website (www.ironfenceshop.com)
Before You Start
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Mark Your Fence Layout
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Obtain a Fence Permit (if Required)
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Have Your Utilities Marked
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Gather the Required Tools
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Purchase Concrete and Miscellaneous Supplies
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Determining Post Hole Placement
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Run Your String Line
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Determining Post Spacing for Panels and Gates
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Fence Panel Post Spacing
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Walk and Driveway Gate Post Spacing
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Digging Your Post Holes
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Setting Your Posts in Concrete (Standard Posts)
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Setting Your Posts on a Surface (Flange Posts)
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Installing the Fence Panels
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Trimming a Fence Panel
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Installing Fence Panels in a Sloped Yard
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Installing The Post Caps ..................................................................................................... 18
Installing Walk Gates and Driveway Gates
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Determine Your Gate Hardware
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Install the Gate Hinges
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Safetech Self-Closing Hinges
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J-Bolt Hinges (5.5” and 7”)
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Install the Gate Latch
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Safetech Cobra Latches
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Safetech Pool Latch
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Locinox Latch
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Gravity Latch
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Drop Rod (Double Gates Only)
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Project Completion and Maintenance on Your Fence and Gates
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