Installation Guide for Horizontal Wood Fence
Different ways to use horizontal plank fencing
For 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
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.