How Do You Build A Split Rail Fence?
A split rail fence is one of the oldest methods of fencing, originating from the Old West days. The great thing about this type of fence is that it’s also easy to build, with just the help of raw materials and basic tools. If you want to construct this kind of fence, then read on. What You’ll Need: • Rails • Posts • Gravel or sand • Saw • Post hole digger • String • Stake • Level • Power drill • Hole saw kit • Sharp knife or planer Procedure: • Make sure that your area allows you to build a split rail fence. You also shouldn’t occupy space that belongs to your neighbors. Make sure you stay within your boundaries. • Get some stakes and string, and use them to mark the ground where you’re building the split rail fence. It should be located on your property line side. Measure the entire fence length and measure out where the posts will go in advance. Divide the length of the fence by the set length of your rails. • Prepare and pre-cut all the posts and rails for your split rail fence. You
