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How to Build a Wood Fence

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How to Build a Wood Fence

3,594,646 views October 25, 2017 23:44

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ChannelLowe's Home Improvement

In brief

This video walks you through constructing a sturdy, private wood fence from scratch—ideal for homeowners looking to boost security and seclusion. You’ll plan the layout, set posts in concrete, install rails and pickets, and finish with a functional gate. Advanced DIYers will find clear guidance, though local codes and professional help may be needed for tricky parts.

Key steps

  1. Check local building codes and utility locations before starting.
  2. Plan fence design and mark layout with batter boards.
  3. Dig post holes and set 4x4 pressure-treated posts in concrete.
  4. Install pickets evenly between rails with exterior screws.
  5. Build and hang gates with a hardware kit.

Questions & answers

What tools are essential for this project?

A pneumatic nailer, post hole digger, level, tape measure, and circular saw are key. Optional tools include an auger and jigsaw.

Description from the creator

Everything you need to know about building a wood fence. Our video shows you how to add privacy and improve security with a DIY wood privacy fence. Click here for project details: low.es/2g0AysF

STEPS:
00:10 Check local codes and utilities
00:26 Fence design planning
00:46 Batter board layout
03:58 Dig post holes
05:23 Set posts in concrete
06:01 Install rails
11:38 Install pickets
19:48 Build and install gates

TOOLS:
Pneumatic Nailer
Portable Air Compressor and Hose
Circular Saw
Jigsaw (optional)
Post Hole Digger
Digging Bar
Auger Powerhead and Bit (optional)
Shovel
Speed Square
Tape Measure
Level
Post Level
Wheelbarrow
Ladder

MATERIALS:
4-in x 4-in Pressure Treated Posts - low.es/337KZT9
2-in x 4-in Pressure-Treated Lumber - low.es/337KZT9
1-in x 4-in Furring Strips - low.es/3cLvxQJ
Concrete Mix - low.es/3aG9BEX
Exterior Screws - low.es/3aEAqsY
Mason Line - low.es/2VYEj82
Fence Pickets (Pressure Treated or Cedar) - low.es/2wMEgBG
Fasteners for Pickets (Nails, Screws or Staples) - low.es/2vWLjaV
Gate Hardware Kit - low.es/2wJaJck

MORE INFO:
low.es/2g0AysF

Difficulty Level: Advanced. Make sure you check with local building codes. If you are not 100% confident building a chain link fence, Lowe's recommends that you hire a professional. Call 1-877-GO-LOWES or visit low.es/2CaJPcV to learn more about installation services through Lowe’s.

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Lowe's Home Improvement published this 23:44 video tutorial on October 25, 2017. It has been watched 3,594,646 times on YouTube.

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  • How to Build a Fence - The Home Depot homedepot.com

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  • How to Build a DIY Privacy Fence | Lowe's lowes.com

    A wood fence adds privacy and improves security while giving your landscape a traditional look. If you're looking for some privacy fence ideas, here are step-by-step instructions for laying out and building a DIY shadow…

  • How to Build a Wood Fence (with Pictures) - wikiHow wikihow.com

    To build a wood fence, start by digging holes in the areas where you want to place your fence posts. Then, place the posts into the holes and fill the areas around them with concrete to stabilize the posts in the ground.

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