Installation Guide for Horizontal Wood Fence
Different ways to use horizontal plank fencingFor low divider fencing without the need for a full privacy
use shorter heights of 38" or cut to size with the taller fencing post kits
For full privacy-
use full heights posts (can be cut to appropriate height if needed)
1) Determine the Total Sections Needed
2) Use a line to mark where the post will go along the line
3) Using a measuring tape or the actual board and space out the posts (adding 1/4" gap on ONE side)
NOTE: At CR Fence & Rail, we can help and provide you a site drawing with all the spacing and distance calculated. Otherwise, we suggest laying out all the boards & post on the ground to have an actual idea of how it will all fit together.
4) Attach the post onto the ground.
5) Attach the fence channels onto the post (or any other surfaces).
6) Insert the planks into the fence channels (if wooden planks are used, leave a 1/2" gap or more from the bottom up to reduce rotting).
NOTE: If the distance between post is more than 6', we recommend adding a piece of 2x4' wood along in the center of the fence to help keep the wooden planks from bulging over time
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Special considerations for Fencing on a Hill:
To install fencing on a slope, there are 2 different ways to install on a slope.
1) Sloped planks following the contour: determine the angle to cut the planks and measure the distance along the slope for the distance between post.
Drawback: if there are multiple slope angles, this can feel a bit messy.
2) Alternatively, it might be better and easier to install the fencing section to staggering heights.
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Note: About custom cut length: The fencing post and the fencing channel can be cut to the appropriate height with any abrasive saw. The CR Fence & Rail cap will cover any rough edges on top.
Special Consideration for Terminating to A Surface Besides a Post
CR Fence & Rail sells additional Fencing channel that can be attached to all types of surfaces.