I always use a dry concrete mix to set the posts packing it down. Then add gravel board, repeat this according to how many panels you have. The concrete posts should be leveled only from the top use a 6-8ft level for this to get vertical level on point. Theres no need for a line at the bottom as it only gets in the way and with labourers tripping over them. Once all the posts and gravel boards are in place you can check the level again and if you need minor adjustments just move and pack the concrete. Finally add water and leave to set over nite. If you have less then 10 panels then you could slide the panels in first and then water all the post holes. 24 hours the concrete will set and after a month it will become rock hard. The reason I add water and fit panels the next day is so that the posts dont move with the windy weather we get in the UK. Thx for reading
Agree with AP - Set the first post and then the last post at the other end of the run. String a line between them. Then attach panel to first post, mark ground at other end of panel, swing panel out the way then dig the hole. Swing the panel back, position the post in the hole (ensuring hitting the string line) and attach to panel - then concrete the post with postcrete. Work your way along using this method, not worrying too much about the panel height. The heights can be adjusted by sliding the panels up or down between the panel brackets once all the posts are set properly. This method means that you get every post in exactly the right position without the need for meticulous measuring.
I definitely agree ! Tough squeezing the panels between your posts as they arent always perfectly square or the same size. Youll end up moving your posts before the concrete has set.
Concrete and wood contact apparently helps the rot and your left with a broken post in a big buried chunk of concrete. I’ve seen an idea where a metal clip is sunk into the top of the concrete and is able to receive new posts should the old ones get blown down or damaged. It seemed like a better idea to me anyway
Am doing my own fence soon and am glad I came to the comments, this is a great idea! I was gonna just concrete my posts in like on the video but am gonna go with your idea and use metal clips incase I am ever stuck with a rotting post. Thanks for the tip 👍
Please think of hedgehogs. A new fence can cut them off from foraging areas. You can get gravel boards with neat little holes in the bottom, or just leave a little gap somewhere.
Of course wooden posts arent going to last as long as concrete but if you treat the bottom of the post well, (where the post meets the soil), with for instance a post saver or some other bituminous product. Then that will increase the longevity of the post massively. Some people prefer the look of wood :)
Even better tip, use a concrete mounted post socket. The post is then not in contact with the ground at all. It won't rot and if it does break you can simply slot in a new post. I did this at the same time a neighbour had 'professionals' in. Ten years later he's had to have post repair spurs fitted and new panels and mine are still like new.
The first and most important tip when erecting a new fence if you want it to last for many years. DON'T USE WOODEN POST'S. USE CONCRETE AND DO THE JOB ONCE. Wood in the ground just dosnt work. I guarantee just about every fence you see that falls or gets blown over is because wooden posts have been used. Pressure treated or not. They still rot. Do it nice or do it twice.
Wrong, our custom made professional installed wooden fence still looks new and is 15 years old. It’s exposed to the elements and had no problems withstanding the near 100mph winds the other day
Never use wooden posts, and where are the gravel boards? It may be cheaper to start with wooden posts but concrete will last long plus never put all the posts in first, put in a post make sure its plumb and then put the gravel board in, make sure its level add fence panel and make sure its still level then put in the next post rinse and repeat much easier to keep everything plumb and level and just use a string line to keep straight!
try to use concrete posts ! I live in a semi detached house at the end of a road conjuncting another semi detatched row of houses, im responsible for half of my garden fencing, the other half is looked after by four different neighbours. only one of their fences has never fallen down in bad weather or had problems and its the only one using concrete posts! that fence was put up 20 odd years ago. there's a problem with the other fences using wooden posts every 2-3 years. part of my wooden fence fell down in bad weather last night so I've decided I've got to go for the concrete posts now too. the saying ''if you buy cheap you buy twice'' really is true in this case.
I couldn't agree more - wooden posts are a false economy. Concrete posts will last so much longer. Just don't skimp on the quality and thickness of the fence panel you put between them and apply some wedging so you have no problem with the panel in strong winds either!
this is 1 of the best videos i have seen 4 some 1 like my self who has not done much of diy . the step by step video is great just to see how it will look like and wht we will need. thankyou hunn. winks love frm west yorkshire.
I love the bit where he shows how to put the gravel board on! Oh... He didn't! Ahh it's b&q! They want your fence to rot when the wood touches the earth so you buy more panels.
Wouldn't it be easier, after getting it measured correctly, remove panels so you can concrete post in, no added weight and no obstructions to poor cement.
Honestly, from a cost saving perspective, I don't see DIY fence as a way to go since there seems to be too many things that require some expert knowledge. The chances of you making a mistaken and having to recover could cost your more in the end. Of course, if one loves DIY project that's a different story, but if it's for pure cost savings, I would rather have a professional do it.
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I always use a dry concrete mix to set the posts packing it down. Then add gravel board, repeat this according to how many panels you have. The concrete posts should be leveled only from the top use a 6-8ft level for this to get vertical level on point. Theres no need for a line at the bottom as it only gets in the way and with labourers tripping over them. Once all the posts and gravel boards are in place you can check the level again and if you need minor adjustments just move and pack the concrete. Finally add water and leave to set over nite. If you have less then 10 panels then you could slide the panels in first and then water all the post holes. 24 hours the concrete will set and after a month it will become rock hard. The reason I add water and fit panels the next day is so that the posts dont move with the windy weather we get in the UK. Thx for reading
Agree with AP - Set the first post and then the last post at the other end of the run. String a line between them. Then attach panel to first post, mark ground at other end of panel, swing panel out the way then dig the hole. Swing the panel back, position the post in the hole (ensuring hitting the string line) and attach to panel - then concrete the post with postcrete. Work your way along using this method, not worrying too much about the panel height. The heights can be adjusted by sliding the panels up or down between the panel brackets once all the posts are set properly. This method means that you get every post in exactly the right position without the need for meticulous measuring.
Use bitumen on the timber posts 150mm above ground and below. Ground level is where they rot from getting wet and drying out.
If you used a dry/lean concrete mix around the post it will stand under it's own wieght and you don't need to have loads of battens supporting it.
Good fences make good neighbours - and that's especially true for people who live next to HM Prison Belmarsh
Im near durham.. right behind my house 🙄
I would always dig a hole get level then concrete in attach panel and work you way along
I definitely agree ! Tough squeezing the panels between your posts as they arent always perfectly square or the same size. Youll end up moving your posts before the concrete has set.
Yes I agree, B & Q would not get the fence right. Straight line and one post and one panel at a time.
Concrete and wood contact apparently helps the rot and your left with a broken post in a big buried chunk of concrete. I’ve seen an idea where a metal clip is sunk into the top of the concrete and is able to receive new posts should the old ones get blown down or damaged. It seemed like a better idea to me anyway
Am doing my own fence soon and am glad I came to the comments, this is a great idea! I was gonna just concrete my posts in like on the video but am gonna go with your idea and use metal clips incase I am ever stuck with a rotting post. Thanks for the tip 👍
Metal clips? Could you elaborate please. Kind regards.
Please think of hedgehogs. A new fence can cut them off from foraging areas. You can get gravel boards with neat little holes in the bottom, or just leave a little gap somewhere.
Likewise, the hedgehogs should be thinking of us as well; always on the path of destruction without a thought for anyone, the little buggers!
Of course wooden posts arent going to last as long as concrete but if you treat the bottom of the post well, (where the post meets the soil), with for instance a post saver or some other bituminous product. Then that will increase the longevity of the post massively. Some people prefer the look of wood :)
Top tip. put some gravel at the bottom of post hole before putting in the posts. this will help stop rot.
But if the bottom of your fence post is "encased" in the cement, wont that protect from rot / damp?
if you dont put gravel underneath the the post is sitting on soil so it may pull moisture from the soil upwards.
Even better tip, use a concrete mounted post socket. The post is then not in contact with the ground at all. It won't rot and if it does break you can simply slot in a new post. I did this at the same time a neighbour had 'professionals' in. Ten years later he's had to have post repair spurs fitted and new panels and mine are still like new.
The first and most important tip when erecting a new fence if you want it to last for many years. DON'T USE WOODEN POST'S. USE CONCRETE AND DO THE JOB ONCE. Wood in the ground just dosnt work. I guarantee just about every fence you see that falls or gets blown over is because wooden posts have been used. Pressure treated or not. They still rot. Do it nice or do it twice.
so true
Wrong, our custom made professional installed wooden fence still looks new and is 15 years old. It’s exposed to the elements and had no problems withstanding the near 100mph winds the other day
Good threated wood post can last up to 25 years
If uncertain you can use a concrete spur with a fence post
Never use wooden posts, and where are the gravel boards? It may be cheaper to start with wooden posts but concrete will last long plus never put all the posts in first, put in a post make sure its plumb and then put the gravel board in, make sure its level add fence panel and make sure its still level then put in the next post rinse and repeat much easier to keep everything plumb and level and just use a string line to keep straight!
Concrete posts look ugly and are harder to fix things too
try to use concrete posts ! I live in a semi detached house at the end of a road conjuncting another semi detatched row of houses, im responsible for half of my garden fencing, the other half is looked after by four different neighbours. only one of their fences has never fallen down in bad weather or had problems and its the only one using concrete posts! that fence was put up 20 odd years ago. there's a problem with the other fences using wooden posts every 2-3 years. part of my wooden fence fell down in bad weather last night so I've decided I've got to go for the concrete posts now too. the saying ''if you buy cheap you buy twice'' really is true in this case.
I couldn't agree more - wooden posts are a false economy. Concrete posts will last so much longer. Just don't skimp on the quality and thickness of the fence panel you put between them and apply some wedging so you have no problem with the panel in strong winds either!
this is 1 of the best videos i have seen 4 some 1 like my self who has not done much of diy . the step by step video is great just to see how it will look like and wht we will need. thankyou hunn. winks love frm west yorkshire.
Awesome Video ,simple steps to follow
Thank you! 🥰
Great how to guys ,very helpful
I'm using metposts but can not find out how to fit gravel boards. Can I just use fence panels directly from the ground without gravel boards?
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Very good
good job. thank you
Thank you very much!
This was useful for my Nan thx
very good thank you!
Cool
I love the bit where he shows how to put the gravel board on! Oh... He didn't! Ahh it's b&q! They want your fence to rot when the wood touches the earth so you buy more panels.
Great work.
What’s the length of the fence posts please?
8ft, 6ft above ground once concreted in
Lovely Loretta
Would you?
How can you put the panels in place when the posts are not secure??
So how do I keep my dinosaurs in the enclosure
We've all seen the movies 👀 They'll get out eventually 😅 🦖
Got this same fence as this and lots of the slats have started to slip? Why
Hee Hee.... Typo "fence panels '50cm' from the ground" (4:20min) :D
Love that accent.
How much would it cost me if I want to do the same fencing in my garden?
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this is great
Wouldn't it be easier, after getting it measured correctly, remove panels so you can concrete post in, no added weight and no obstructions to poor cement.
Exactly
Better with concrete posts wood post always rot in the uk weather .you will get 10 years at the most
Our ms are 15 years old and look new, thank you, concrete posts are bloody ugly
How so you get the height string level ??
@@bandq thanks
@@bandq thanks but how do you know if the string is level
Now that's what you call a d.i.y fence install !!!
you should show a video of how to shorten a six foot panel. unless all gardens are an exact size for the panels......just saying
stevey000 yes I am just shortening a 6x3 to a 6x2 just going to do it slowly
B and Q have a video of how to shorten fence panels
Lots of comments say use concrete posts, but what about metal posts? Any good?
Yeah metal posts are ok but concrete posts are thicker and more sturdy.
8ft post 2ft in the ground,
Archieboo79 yep
Honestly, from a cost saving perspective, I don't see DIY fence as a way to go since there seems to be too many things that require some expert knowledge. The chances of you making a mistaken and having to recover could cost your more in the end.
Of course, if one loves DIY project that's a different story, but if it's for pure cost savings, I would rather have a professional do it.
I Built to fence for my dog's and safe reason's
1:48 - what would you recommend soaking it in?
Thanks, but I was wondering if you could recommend a specific product.
It is only a fence....so why are you pretending to conduct an orchestra? Get on with it.