The fence and the way you install it depends on whether the posts are square round or pre mortised pre cut with a hole to receive a joint.
How to install half round post and rail fencing.
Step 4 place the rails.
Post and rail is a generic term used to describe fencing system comprising of solid timber post with rails and has three main variations to choose from.
Posts are made to accept either two or three rails.
Set and plumb pre mortised posts as you install the rails.
These posts are very low maintenance.
If you are planning to install wooden fences on your property you can choose between round rail posts or square posts.
Before setting round posts into the ground cut notches for the rails.
Below is a comparison between the two post types.
Rails are usually 8 feet or 11 feet long.
If you want a classic look you can choose round rail posts.
Our fence installation service includes fitting and repairs of agricultural closeboard fencing picket fencing cleft chestnut chainlink and post and rail fencing also trellis and lattice lap panelling decorative or continental fence panelling as they are sometimes known and many other fence types.
Both have their advantages and offer their unique appearance to your farm.
Cleft half round and square cut.
Make sure that they fit tightly and that you make any adjustments that may be required.
It has the benefit of being able to deal with land that curves.
Can be stained painted or allowed to weather.
They are ideal for corrals and agricultural fencing.
Then repeat step two and install the second post.
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Round rail fence posts.
After you place the rails go back to the corner post and use the tamper to pack the dirt.
They re round half round or square diamond shaped.
Our round rail fence is a product that will provide enjoyment integrity and beauty for years to come.
It finishes 1 200m above ground and teams up extremely well with some of our larger feature posts and wooden gates to create a grand entrance way and a lasting first impression for your property.
Next insert your rails two per section into the corner post and the second post.
Nailed half round post and rail fencing highly durable versatile our standard post rail fencing is nailed to the flat face of the posts.
Half round posts look attractive in both residential and commercial settings.
Ideal for in ground installation.
Post and rail is great for livestock but also demarcation.
The rails insert into the holes in the posts and are held in place by their own weight.
Two rail fence posts are approximately 6 feet long and three hole posts are approximately 7 feet long.
These are used.
Ideal for agricultural demarcation.
To learn more about the installation of round rail fencing just watch our demonstration video.