Step By Step Guide To Building A Wood Fence

Fences can be somewhat expensive to install, and building one on your own is a great way to save some money if you have the time to do so

. Even if you buy the materials rather than cutting them yourself, it's a great way to get out of the house and get some exercise.

It's also a great excuse to kick back some beers with a few friends afterwards and not get hassled for it (after all, you'll have worked so hard). Here, we'll give a step by step rundown on the basic process behind constructing a simple wooden fence.

A basic wooden fence is made up of vertical stakes connected by horizontal cross beams. These cross beams act as the backbone for the wood panels that make up the fence, which can be spaced at any interval deemed appropriate. They can be set a few inches apart to create a sort of picket fence, or snugly together to have a more private area. The fence will be broken up into sections, each of which consists of a single cross beam's length with panels attached to it.

Start by measuring the length of the perimeter that you want the fence to cover. Now decide on a length for each section, though this generally depends on the length of one cross beam. First, put your cross beams (most fences have two or three per section) for a single section down flat, ensuring they are parallel to each other.

Next, lay your panels down flat over the cross beams, spaced however far apart you will want them to be when the fence is completed. It's important to make sure they are spaced equally, and are perpendicular to the cross beams. Hammer or screw the panels into the crossbeams, making sure they are secured at least on the top and bottom. Repeat for however many sections as is necessary.

Once your sections are finished, you will need to place the upright stakes to which the sections will be connected. The easiest way this can be done by mounting them in concrete foundations, although for smaller fences you may be able to hammer stakes into the ground directly.

Once your upright stakes are secure, simply lift the sections into position and secure them to the stakes by nailing or screwing the cross beams to the stake. Apply varnish or paint of your choice, and you're done!

by: Jon Smith

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