How Do You Install A Split Rail Fence?
Split rail fence is one of the oldest, and most beautiful methods of fencing. It utilizes raw materials that are readily available in most forested areas, and can be assembled using the most basic of tools. Split rail fencing can be a practical choice if you live in a wooded area where you will be doing some construction. Since you will be felling trees anyway, this is a great method of recycling the downed timbers and making an attractive and useful fence. Measure your fenceline. You need to mark your corner with groundstakes. Take a guideline and tie it from one corner to the next to make sure your line is straight. Set your corner posts. These will need to be set into concrete to a depth of at least 24 inches and cure for a minimum of 72 hours. Make sure your corner posts are level and in a straight line to each other. Set your guidewire. This is a single wire that you will run from corner post to corner post, approximately six inches from the ground. It will keep your fence line st
