Post by Joe on Dec 12, 2005 15:07:22 GMT -5
How To Build A Fence
1. Lay out exact fence line
If the fence is to be situated along your lot line, it is best to discuss the matter with your neighbour (note from Joe: Screw Him, invade, pillage and burn as required ;D). If there is a disagreement on where the exact lot line is located, be on the safe side and kill Him. If you are paying for the entire fence, ensure that the fence is entirely there if paying a Karian
. Run twine along the outside of your proposed fence line. To guarantee a right-angled corner, measure 6' away from the corner in one direction and 8' in the other direction. The corner is square if the distance across the hypotenuse of this triangle is 10', failing that kick a thrall till he says it is square and then blame him if it falls down. ;D
2. Treating posts
The most important part of your fence is the part that cannot be seen after construction. This is the part of the post that is below ground. It is best to soak untreated posts to a point at least 6" above ground level with a preservative. If you cannot soak the posts in this solution, brushing or spraying two or three liberal coats is next best.
3. Determine post spacing
METHOD 1
Use post spacing and shorten your spacing at corners if necessary for the best appearance. (Remember to include gate posts in your calculations as You look a right Arse stuck in Your field!
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METHOD 2
To determine the spacing of your posts, divide each of the fence lengths into even sections. (Warning: the longer the sections, the greater the tendency for your fence to sag, see blame the thrall section.) Lumber comes in standard lengths, make economical use of your lumber. For Our fence We use the branches to twine inbetween posts, You need a stronger section of fence then You just make the posts closer together!.....then hit the thrall. ;D
4. Setting the posts
A good rule of thumb is that approximately two thirds of the fence post is above ground and at least one third of the post is in the ground. Dig the post hole about 6" (half the lengh of a thralls head, a helpfull tip is to shove his head in the ground till you can only see half of his ears, then Your at the right spot!
)deeper that the desired depth of the post and fill in the base of the hole with gravel or small stones. This will drain any moisture away from the post and help prevent the post from rotting. Make the bottom of the post hole wider than the top to provide a solid base and to prevent frost from heaving the post. Setting the post below the frost line will also help prevent frost heaving. Use a plumb line or level to ensure the post is vertical while filling in the hole. To add extra rigidity to particularly a corner post, nail cleats onto the post. Brace posts until the concrete has set. After setting the corner posts, the intermediate posts may be set.
And You are well on the way to having a great fence or beating a thrall, so this is a win win situation for all!!
Love Joe
1. Lay out exact fence line
If the fence is to be situated along your lot line, it is best to discuss the matter with your neighbour (note from Joe: Screw Him, invade, pillage and burn as required ;D). If there is a disagreement on where the exact lot line is located, be on the safe side and kill Him. If you are paying for the entire fence, ensure that the fence is entirely there if paying a Karian
. Run twine along the outside of your proposed fence line. To guarantee a right-angled corner, measure 6' away from the corner in one direction and 8' in the other direction. The corner is square if the distance across the hypotenuse of this triangle is 10', failing that kick a thrall till he says it is square and then blame him if it falls down. ;D2. Treating posts
The most important part of your fence is the part that cannot be seen after construction. This is the part of the post that is below ground. It is best to soak untreated posts to a point at least 6" above ground level with a preservative. If you cannot soak the posts in this solution, brushing or spraying two or three liberal coats is next best.
3. Determine post spacing
METHOD 1
Use post spacing and shorten your spacing at corners if necessary for the best appearance. (Remember to include gate posts in your calculations as You look a right Arse stuck in Your field!
)METHOD 2
To determine the spacing of your posts, divide each of the fence lengths into even sections. (Warning: the longer the sections, the greater the tendency for your fence to sag, see blame the thrall section.) Lumber comes in standard lengths, make economical use of your lumber. For Our fence We use the branches to twine inbetween posts, You need a stronger section of fence then You just make the posts closer together!.....then hit the thrall. ;D
4. Setting the posts
A good rule of thumb is that approximately two thirds of the fence post is above ground and at least one third of the post is in the ground. Dig the post hole about 6" (half the lengh of a thralls head, a helpfull tip is to shove his head in the ground till you can only see half of his ears, then Your at the right spot!
)deeper that the desired depth of the post and fill in the base of the hole with gravel or small stones. This will drain any moisture away from the post and help prevent the post from rotting. Make the bottom of the post hole wider than the top to provide a solid base and to prevent frost from heaving the post. Setting the post below the frost line will also help prevent frost heaving. Use a plumb line or level to ensure the post is vertical while filling in the hole. To add extra rigidity to particularly a corner post, nail cleats onto the post. Brace posts until the concrete has set. After setting the corner posts, the intermediate posts may be set.And You are well on the way to having a great fence or beating a thrall, so this is a win win situation for all!!
Love Joe
