How To Choose The Right Wood

Building a fence offers many benefits to a homeowner. If you’re seeking a security deterrent or a barrier for a pet, a quality fence with the right wood will offer peace of mind. A fence requires little experience and can be erected by a beginner with a few hand tools. Learning to build a fence offers return on investment for your time and will create a lasting smile on your face. Dyna Group’s do it your self series is about empowering the home owner in regards to home improvement.

Measuring & Fence Selection
Choosing the right fence is integral to your outcome . When considering purchasing fence materials it is important to consider longevity, the type of wood and style. At Dyna Group, we have various price options to suit your needs. View our products and applications here.

In measuring your fence, you will need to determine your property line, proposed fence area, and location of gates. It’s important when determining property line that you using your latest land survey, alternatively your utility company can help. Once the property line has been established, the proposed fence line along with measurements (of the fence perimeter) need to be made. A common tool in the measuring process is the usage of a measuring wheel. While many will resort to measuring tape, it is important to maximise your time, while considering efficiency. Thus, when all has been obtained it is important to mark your perimeter and edges with spray paint.

Next, determine where you would like your gates. This can be done by spraying parallel lines next to your perimeter lines. It is important to document the correct sizes in relation to the fence footage, thus subtract your gate footage from the fence footage. When this has been accomplished you have now determined your lineal footage of your fence, this number can then be divided by the length of panels you wish to use for the construction of your fence. To do this correctly, divide the footage of fence with your panel width. If your construction is with pickets determine your picket width and spacing between pickets.

Digging Holes & Concrete Pouring
With a digging tool, or if you’re fortunate to have a post hole digger, dig your hole three times wider then your post. The depth of the hole should half as deep as the post. It is important when digging to consider of utility lines or pipes. Once digging has been finalised add concrete and gravel. This will now give you the opportunity to attach your fence post. Many DIYs choose to lay rope around the perimeter to ensure when attaching the rails and panels that all placements are exact.

Adding rails & panels
Add your rails and panels/pickets to post once the concrete has set. Individual pickets are often more attractive on slopes. Once all work has been finalised attach post caps. Through its group of resellers Dyna Group provides knowledge and education for greater assistance on your projects. Whether it’s for aesthetics or security, ensure your project is done right by making yourself the boss.

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