Most fences in the area are built using two rails, but the pickets all seem to eventually warp, and two rails isn't enough to keep everything in line. Three should keep the fence looking a bit nicer for a while longer.
Sunday, August 11, 2013
Fence: Part 5a - Rails
I bought lumber and brackets today... and I installed the first set of rails! Wow, it's starting to look official!
Most fences in the area are built using two rails, but the pickets all seem to eventually warp, and two rails isn't enough to keep everything in line. Three should keep the fence looking a bit nicer for a while longer.
Most fences in the area are built using two rails, but the pickets all seem to eventually warp, and two rails isn't enough to keep everything in line. Three should keep the fence looking a bit nicer for a while longer.
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oooooooo, rails!
ReplyDeletewill the actual fence be in "slats" or in large pieces?
1x4 pickets
Deleteand you did this all while Leo was sleeping???
DeleteYes. But my spouse was taking care of him, too (the work has been primarily happening on weekends).
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