Lanark Cedar makes hanging your own panels easy. We make the panels slightly longer than the distance between the posts. Simply trim the panels to the exact length to fit, then using 6, 3" deck screws, fasten the panel to the post. We have an instruction sheet available for the do-it-yourselfer.

Posts are set 36-42” deep in concrete. In most grassy areas this is below the frost level. The concrete is poured from the bottom of the hole to within 6 inches of surface, then use native soil to top up the hole. This layer of frozen earth at the surface acts as a collar to help prevent the heaving or lifting of posts due to frost expansion.

Eastern White Cedar’s natural oils are one of nature’s best defenses against decay and insect invasion, there is no need to stain your new fence. The most maintenance free solution is to let the product go grey. If you choose to stain or paint, there are a number of quality products available. Trust the store where you buy. Follow directions on the can. Some of the new stains can be applied on wet or green wood, thereby eliminating the need to wait for three months before application.

All outdoor wood projects will last proportionately with the amount of moisture that is present. Wood shingles on a typical situation should provide approximately 25 years of service.

With the addition of a one foot lattice panel (mounted vertical) in the middle (or a strategic position) of your new fence, you can create a needed visual window or may be used as a climbing medium for vines.

Use of galvanized roofing nails or staples is acceptable. Typical staples are 1.25” and should be applied with the crown parallel to the eave. Roofing nails should enter at least ½” into the roof sheathing.

Any coated deck screws will do. There is no need to go to expensive stainless steel fasteners as is suggested with the new formulae of pressure treated wood. If using nails, be sure to use galvanized to prevent rusting.