BUILD A SHADOWBOX
PRIVACY
FENCE
insects, decay and chemical cor-
rosion. These inherent strengths
make cypress an ideal choice for
long-wearing outdoor projects
such as fences, decks, docks
and siding.
We set the posts in F
ast-Setting Concrete from Quikrete.
You’ll find two big advantages of
this product: speed and ease-of-
use. This specific formula of
Quikrete saves time by eliminating
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the need to premix the concrete.
Simply pour in the mix dry,
straight out of the bag into the
post hole. Once the post is
buried, then pour about a gallon
of water per 50-pound bag over
the dry mix, which then cures in
about 30 minutes. Using about
1-1/2 bags per post, we found
this to be a quick method to
set them.
With the line in place, measure
for the fence post locations and
spray paint an “X” over the exact
spot to dig.
We fastened all our connections with hot-dipped galvanized
nails with ringed shanks for extra
holding power. Make sure your
fasteners are approved for exterior
use in chemically treated lumber.
PLANNING THE LAYOUT
To a large degree, the construction and style of your fence
