How do I erect a wooden fence?

[geek84]

Good Morning Folks

I am thinking of erecting a normal wooden fence on one side on my garden.

How do I decide how many poles and panels I would need? Would you recommend having concrete panels? What is the difference?

With the fence panels, would you suggest have concrete at the bottom?

Once I have all the materials, what is the first thing I should start with?

Thanks in advance for your responses.

 

[JohnKay]

Hi geek84
Fence panels are normally 6ft in length.
Posts should be set at least 2ft in the ground, or the hammer in Metposts used.
Concrete posts will outlast wood, but are heavy.
the bottom board, known as the gravel board can be wood or concrete, A decking board can be used for the wood version.
The first thing is to have a measure up. A standard panel can be cut down if needed by removing the end pieces, refitting at the desired width, and cutting the excess.
The most important part of the job is the accuracy of the posts, keeping them in line, plumb, and the correct distance apart.

please get back if you need more information.

 

[geek84]

Hi John Kay

Many thanks for your reply.

What is the bottom board? What is its length & height? Is that the standard size? Is it essential to have one?

Thanks

 

[JohnKay]

No, not essential at all, put simply, keeps the panel off the ground and provides a neater looking job. Would obviously be the same length as the panel, and in treated timber.