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Fencing Guide

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Fencing Guide

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Premium Composite Fencing

■ The look of wood in a low-maintenance composite material.

■ Each premium composite fence section is pre-built.

■ Panel features clean picket-to-rail connections– no exposed fasteners.

■ Resists moisture and withstands exposure to the elements.

■ No need to paint or stain again!

■ No special tools needed; easy to work with.

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Stainless High Pointwith Walnut Base

WalnutTraditional

Mission Tiffany-stylewith Walnut Base

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Iron Fencing

■ Welded construction for strength and durability

■ Galvanized for superior corrosion resistance

■ Heavy 16 gauge horizontal rails for lateral strength

■ Durable, powder coat finish

■ Easy to install and maintain

■ 3-year limited warranty on materials and workmanship

■ 1-year warranty on powder coat finish

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Iron Fencing

■ Easy to take home and designed for quick and simple assembly

■ Perfect for do-it-yourself installation

■ Universal brackets allow for fast and easy installation to posts

■ Heavy gauge galvanized steel and a polyester powder coat finish

■ Available in traditional Aristocrat or contemporary Sterling designs

■ Backed by a 5-Year warranty

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Aluminum Fencing

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Attractive and durable powder coat finishfor long lasting protection Adds elegance and beauty to your home Low maintenanceEasy InstallationHinges, latch and fasteners included20-year limited warrantyAvailable in 4’ and 5’ heightsCan be surface mounted (Base sold separately) or cemented in-ground

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Aluminum Fencing

■ Easy-to-install pre-built panels in a variety of heights and distinctive styles

■ Accessories available for gates, walkways and high-end latching systems

■ Strong aluminum alloy provides durability and safety

■ Low maintenance

■ Transferable Limited Lifetime Warranty

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Vinyl Fencing

■ Moisture resistant

■ Resists flaking and cracking

■ Will not rust

■ Will not yellow or change colour

■ Low maintenance

■ Made of recycled plastic

■ Steel reinforced

■ Easy to install

■ Affordable

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ImperialSections: 72”W / 60” and 72“H Gates: 42-3/4”W / 60” and 72“H

ConstellationSections: 96”W / 48” and 60”H Gates: 39”W / 48” and 60”H

TraditionSections: 96”W / 48”, 60” and 72”H Gates: 40-1/4”W / 48”, 60” and 72”H

Cape CodSections: 66”W / 36”H Gates: 39”W / 36”H

BelmontSections: 192”W / 36”, 48” and 60”H

MajesticSections: 72”W / 48” and 60”H Gates: 42-3/8”W / 48” and 60”H

OlympicSections: 96”W / 48” and 60”H Gates: 39-1/4”W / 48” and 60”H

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Vinyl Fencing

■ Easy to install panels

■ Low maintenance

■ Durable

■ Will not rust

■ Transferable Limited Lifetime Warranty

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4'x8' Classic GothicPanel

6'x6' Privacy Dog Ear Shadowbox Panel

3'x8' Classic Gothic 17-Picket Panel

6'x6' Lattice Top Panel

6'x6' Windham Total Privacy Panel

6'x6' Windham Total Privacy Panel Wood Grain

6'X6' Windham Privacy Panel - Wicker

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How To Build A Wood Fence

Before You StartBefore you start your fencing project, there are number of important considerations to keep in mind. You will need to determine how your fence will comply with local bylaws and municipal regulations regarding building codes and the location of your fence on your property. You should also be aware of the location of all utility lines, including water, gas, electric and sewage.

Many communities have restrictions on fence height and design. There are also some limitations on the types of materials that may be used. If you are uncertain as to what is allowable, you may want to contact your local building officials. The building department can advise you as to what is acceptable and if you will require a variance to build your fence. They can provide lots of useful information free of charge.

You should determine your property line before starting your fence project. This will help eliminate any ownership problems that may arise later. If you and a neighbour share in the cost and construction of a fence, you should put down in writing the location and type of fence and who has the responsibility for maintaining it. If you have no agreement in writing, then the fence should be wholly within the bounds of your own property, concrete footing included.

Designing Your FenceIn choosing your fence design, you should consider your purpose for building a fence. Is it to mark a boundary or create privacy and security? Or is to shape your property and define certain space for certain activities? It may be for security and protection or you may just want to enhance the look of your surroundings.

In considering the appearance of your fence, you should take into account the height, the materials it will be made from, the post settings and the gate locations, if any. A neighbourly way to build a fence is to make sure that is equally attractive from both sides.

Simple Fence PlansIf your fence plan includes a gate, you’ll have to decide where the gate will go and how it will be designed. Choosing the location is easy – convenience is the primary consideration. As far as design goes, the gate can match the fence in appearance or it can be a contrasting size, design or material. Whatever you decide, the size of the gate will determine post spacing and location

Western Red Cedar

■ Exceptional beauty that alternatives strive to emulate

■ Lightweight and easy to handle and install, offering enormous versatility

■ Naturally occurring resistance to moisture, decay and insect damage

■ Can be finished with paint, stain or water repellent, or it can be left to weather to a silvery grey

Pressure Treated Wood

■ Premium appearance lumber and accessories

■ Pressure treated with copper-based preservative for long-term performance outdoors

■ Lumber and wood preservative standards specially developed for residential projects

■ Produced under independent third-party quality control

■ Backed by a Lifetime Limited Residential Warranty

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Simple Board FenceSpace boards close together for privacy, or slightly apart for a more open appearance and better ventilation.

List of Materialsfor a section 8’ wide x 6’ high

Alternating Board-on-Board FenceWith boards nailed to each side, this fence looks attractive inside and out. Use extra boards on either side and overlap slightly for more complete privacy.

List of Materialsfor a section 8’ wide x 6’ high

Top View

Top View

PostsOR

Rails

Boards

Hardware

22

3

17

6

– 4 x 4 x 10’– 6 x 6 x 10’

– 2 x 4 x 8’

– 1 x 6 x 6’

– fence bracketsNails or screws

PostsOR

Rails

Boards

Hardware

22

3

22

6

– 4 x 4 x 10’– 6 x 6 x 10’

– 2 x 4 x 8’

– 1 x 6 x 6’

– fence bracketsNails or screws

List of Materials – Using Nailing Stripsfor a section 8’ wide x 6’ 6” high

PostsOR

Grooved rail

Rails

Boards

Lattice

Hardware

22

2

2

22

1

4

– 4 x 4 x 10’– 6 x 6 x 10’

– 2 x 4 x 8’

– 2 x 4 x 8’

– 1 x 6 x 5’

– 1‘ x 8’ panel

– fence brackets

Top View

Lattice Top FenceLattice adds an attractive finishing touch to the basic alternative board on board fence design.

List of Materials – Using Grooved Rail for a section 8’ wide x 6’ 6” high

PostsOR

Nailing stripsOR

Rails

Boards

Lattice

Hardware

22

59

2

22

1

4

– 4 x 4 x 10’– 6 x 6 x 10’

– 3/4 x 3/4 x 8’– 3/4 x 3/4 x 4’

– 2 x 4 x 8’

– 1 x 6 x 5’

– 1‘ x 8’ panel

– fence bracketsNails or screws

Nails or screws

A

B

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Laying Out Your FenceFirst locate the survey markers in the corners of your lot. These markers are usually made of pipe or concrete and may be buried a foot or two under the surface.

Place a stake next to the marker and attach a chalk line to the stake. Pull the chalk line taut and secure it to a stake at the next marker. Continue until all boundaries are covered.

Spacing PostsThe first step in actual construction of your fence is properly locating and setting the posts so the footings are positioned inside the property line and in compliance with local ordinances. Setting and aligning the posts is the most important part of fence building. If the posts are not set firmly in the ground, the result will be an unsteady fence. If the posts are not plumb – vertically aligned – and located exactly in line, it will be difficult, if not impossible, to properly attach the rails and fence boards.

In addition to the structural issues, post size and spacing contribute to the aesthetic qualities of your fence. Fences look best when intervals between posts are even. Choose a post spacing between five and eight feet. Longer than eight feet, and the spans may not have sufficient strength. Shorter sections may be needed to make the fence come out even. These should be located at corners or where the fence meets a building or gate.

Digging Post HolesBefore you dig, determine local frost conditions and the location of any buried cables or service lines.

Dig holes with an auger or post hole digger. If the soil is rocky, you may need a shovel and steel digging bar. If your soil is relatively free of rocks and you have many holes to dig, consider renting a power digger to save time and effort. The hole diameter should be 2-1/2 or 3 times the width of your posts. Put several inches of gravel in the hole for the post to rest on.

Setting and Aligning Posts

Install end and corner posts first, making sure that the posts are in line as required. Brace posts with stakes, and check for plumb on two adjacent sides with a carpenter’s level. Stretch a string between the tops of the posts and another one near ground level. Level the strings with a line level. Put intermediate posts in the holes and align them with both strings, checking adjacent sides for plumb.

When possible, place treated ends of posts down, closest to the ground, and cut ends up. All cuts and drill holes in treated wood should be liberally brush-coated with two applications of end-cut preservative. Follow the instructions and advice on the label.

Overfill the holes with earth or concrete and bevel the fill down from the post for runoff. If you’re using earth fill, wedge some rocks around the post for added stability. Check and adjust posts for alignment. Posts in freshly set concrete can be forced into alignment for a short time after the pour.

Fast-setting concrete will set in just 1/2 hour. If using a regular concrete mix, allow 24 to 48 hours before continuing.

Concrete

GravelGravelGravel

FencePost

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Securing RailsA tip to keep things simple: use galvanized fence brackets to attach horizontal rails to your posts.

Spacing BoardsTo leave a uniform space between boards, slats or pickets, make a T-square spacer. Cut an extra board to the exact width of the desired opening. Attach a 2x4 cleat near the top of the board, so that when this cross-bar sits on the top rail, the top of the spacer can be used to align the top of the fence boards or pickets.

Installing a GateBecause gates receive heavy use, they require strong and secure gateposts, strong hardware and a well-braced frame. Gate openings wider than 5 feet should be spanned with 2 gates hinged to both posts and latched in the centre.

The width of the gate frame should be about 1 inch less than the distance between the gate posts. Build the frame with 2x4s, squaring the corners with a carpenter’s square, and using screws to connect the pieces. Place a 2x4 diagonally across the frame, top, latch-side to bottom, hinge-side. Mark and cut the 2x4, and nail it into place to form a solid brace.

Bolt hinges to the gate frame. Use scrap lumber to prop the gate in position temporarily; open and close the gate to make sure it clears the ground throughout the arc of its swing by 1 inch, and that it clears the latch-side gate post. Mark hinge bolt positions on the hinge-side gate posts, remove the gate, drill bolt holes, reposition the gate, and attach it to the post. Install latch pieces to finish off the gate.

You will save yourself a good deal of future frustration if you select heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant gate hardware and long bolts/screws for attaching hardware to the gate and gate posts.

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How To Install Wood Fence Panels

Locating Your FenceFirst, locate the survey markers in the corners of your lot. These markers are usually made of pipe or concrete and may be buried a foot or two under the surface.

Place a stake next to the marker and attach a chalk line to the stake. Pull the chalk line taut and secure it to a stake at the next marker. Continue until all boundaries are covered. Be sure to check local building codes and restrictions before starting your fence. Before you dig, determine local frost conditions and the location of any buried cables or service lines.

Calculating MaterialsFence panels are 8’ wide. Divide the length of the fence in feet by 8 to determine the number of panels you’ll need. If you have to work with partial panels, they look best and are most easily installed in corners.

Posts should be 4x4 squares (3 ½” x 3 ½” actual) and long enough so that one-third of the length of the post can be set in the ground (9’ or 10’ posts for 6’ panels). You’ll need one post for each panel, plus one extra for each opening or gateway and one extra for the last panel.

Allow one 60 lb. bag of concrete per post hole, depending on soil density.

Nails and fasteners should be hot-dipped galvanized to resist corrosion (ordinary fasteners can weaken and fair or cause ugly staining in outdoor use). Use 3 ½” nails or screw to attach panels and back rails to posts; and 2” nails to gate bracing and reinforcing. Heavy-duty hardware, longer lag screws and carriage bolts may also be required for gates.

Wooden stakes are useful for stringing lines and bracing posts while concrete sets.

Setting PostsThe spacing of fence posts will depend on whether you attach panels to the face of the posts or hang them between posts (see “Attaching Panels” below).

• If fixing panels to the face of the posts, mark off a string to locate post holes on 8’ centres, starting at the centre line of your end post.

• If using fence clips to hang panels between posts, set posts on 8’ 3-1/2” centres.

Holes should be at least 8” in diameter, and 3’ deep for 9’ or 10’ posts.

You can set all posts before hanging the panels between them or you can set posts one at a time from either end, installing the panels as you go. Carefully run string top and bottom of your post line, sighting for straightness, measuring exact centres for your posts and checking that the tops are even with a line level before final backfilling.

Pour concrete collars around the posts with gravel underneath for better drainage. Quick-setting concrete will set in 30 minutes. Ordinary concrete requires at least 24 hours to set, so posts should be braced with strips and stakes to keep them plumb.

Attaching PanelsPanels may be attached in a number of ways, depending on the style and whether or not you require two good sides.

Lattice Top Panels are most easily installed using fence clips to support the bottom of the panels. Posts must be set on 8’ 3 ½” centres. The panels are inserted into 2x4 fence clips attached to the inside of both posts about 1 ½” above ground level. They are secured at the top with galvanized nails.

Alternating and Solid Board Panels look best when attached side by side covering the face of posts installed on 8’ centres. Panels are easily installed by placing a block of 1 ½” lumber at the base of each post, resting the panel on the blocks and nailing through each rail of the panel to the posts.

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