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Make a Fence Using Stones by Vicky Smith
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Stone is readily available in many parts of the country, making it a cost-effective material to use when building a fence. Digging for stone may be somewhat labor intensive but well worth the effort for a unique and long-lasting fence. The benefits of using stone are numerous and include strength, weather resistance, pest resistance and natural beauty. Constructing a fence with stone pillars and wood cross beams is a functional and durable option for any homeowner. Instructions as follows: Firstly, construct a map of the area including existing landscape features, buildings and underground utilities. Sketch the area for the fence on the map. Use garden stonesand twine to mark the line for the fence. Make sure to keep the line straight. Secondly, identify the location for the first stone pillar. Begin on a corner. Use a tamp to level a 36-inch by 36-inch square on the ground for the base of the pillar. Place the square over the leveled area. Spray paint around the square. Repeat every 8 feet along the fence line. Thirdly, dig a 1-foot deep square hole inside the spray painted square. Pour a 1-foot layer of concrete into the hole to use as a footer for the pillar. Repeat for each spray-painted square. Allow the concrete to set for two days. Fourthly, separate the stones into piles according to size. Place several flatter stones on the first concrete base. Arrange them together to make the first layer of sandstones for the pillar. The layer should be in a square shape. Use mortar to bind the stones together and to the concrete footing. Fifthly, begin the second layer of stones by placing stones on top of the first layer. Create a square with the stones on top of the first layer. Place smaller stones in any open spaces to form a solid square. Use mortar to attach the stones together. Repeat until the pillar measures 36 inches high. Remove any dry excess mortar with a stiff, bristled brush. Sixthly, repeat steps 4 and 5 to complete the remaining pillars, keeping the pillars as square as possible. These pillars are posts for the fence boards. Allow the mortar to dry completely before continuing. Seventhly, screw a board bracket on the inside face of a pillar 6 inches from the top of the pillar. Install another bracket 6 inches from the first and a third bracket 6 inches from the second. Place three brackets, evenly spaced at 6 inches on the inside face of each pillar. Eighthly, measure the distance between two of the brackets. Cut a board to fit inside the brackets and slide it in between. Use screws to secure the board. Repeat this process with all of the brackets. Ninthly, check the levelness of each board and adjust the brackets as needed. Tips & Warnings Paint or stain the fence with a high-quality outdoor paint or stain. Make the fence higher if enclosing animals. Add solar light fixtures to the stone pillars for illumination at night. Wear safety protection when operating power tools. In short, as a famous business E-platform of promoting stone industry, our client resource has accounted over 100 thousand spreading more than 100 countries and regions, with a visit volume exceeding 5 million times annually. If you want to consult us freely, you can also see compressed stone or become an honest follower of us by @ https://twitter.com/stonebtb.
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