WINDHAM FENCE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, CONTINUED
Digging postholes
• Dig postholes 10" to 12" in diameter and 36" to 42" deep (depend-
ing on local ordinance or expected frost depth in winter) (fig. 5).
• Space posts according to the width of the fence (68") plus 1/4"
to accommodate the fence brackets. Use a string line to ensure
that all postholes are in line and verify spacing between holes
(fig. 6). Double-check all measurements.
Setting first post
• Starting with a corner, insert a post into the hole. Level and
adjust the height as needed using gravel. DO NOT place posts
permanently at this point.
• Mix concrete per the instructions on the bag. Fill the posthole
and tap the post to the proper depth. Measure to be sure you
can install the finished panel to the post with approximately a
2" gap from the ground to the bottom of the panel. You will also
need to leave a space from the highest point of the panel to
the top of the post. The location of the post caps in relation to
the top of the panel is based on preference but we recommend
1-1/2" to 2" (fig. 7).
• Use a level to ensure the post is plumb and square with the
ground. Brace the post to hold the position as the concrete sets.
Rail bracket location
• Measure 13.5" + the necessary clearance at the bottom of the
panel (recommended height of 2") from the ground up and mark
the post. Install the fence bracket to the post with the bottom of
bracket flush with the mark.
• Measure from the bottom of the lower horizontal rail to the
bottom of the middle rail; this is the location of the second
bracket on the post.
• Place the brackets on the post. Use 4 of the provided screws to
mount each bracket. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN (fig. 8).
Installing panels and remaining posts
• Set the panel into the brackets on the first preset post. Repeat
steps above to install the brackets on the next post. Place this
post (at the opposite end of the panel without any concrete in
the hole. Ensure the posts are against the panel and secure all
screws in the center of the bracket slots (fig. 9).
• Use a level to ensure the fence is plumb and the posts are
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Level
10" to 12"
Diameter
36" to 42"
fig. 4
fig. 5
1-1/2"
Middle
Rail
Lower
Horizontal
Fig.4.pdf
2"
Rail
fig. 7
Fig.6.ai
square with the ground. Brace the panel and post to hold the
position as the concrete sets (per manufacturer's recommen-
dations for curing time). Continue setting posts and installing
panels to complete the project.
• Install a post cap on each post using clear PVC cement or
an exterior adhesive to finish your project.
Level
Corner or End Post
68-1/2" from
Post to Post
fig. 4
Fig.5.pdf
2" Block
Fig.7.pdf
Fig.8.pdf
fig. 6
fig. 8
fig. 9