Natures Composites 8×6 Commercial Full Horizontal Fencing Installation Guide

Natures Composites 8×6 Commercial Full Horizontal Fencing

Specifications:

• Product Name: NCterra COMMERCIAL 8′ FULL PRIVACY HORIZONTAL FENCE
• Height: 8 feet
• Post Material: U-Channel Posts
• Assembly Required: Yes
• Tools Required: String line, stakes, concrete, screws, safety equipment

Product Usage Instructions

Before You Begin:

1. Verify the location of all underground utilities using local resources.
2. Locate property lines accurately.
3. Consult local and regional building codes for compliance.
4. Obtain necessary permits as per building codes.
5. Always wear appropriate safety equipment during installation.

Tools Required:

• String line and stakes for marking fence location.
• Concrete for post installation.
• Screws for assembly.
• Safety equipment for protection.

Lay Out Fence Location:

1. Use stakes and a string line to mark out the fence location ensuring alignment.
2. Mark gate placement and post hole locations for gate posts.
3. Mark corners, ends, and intermediate fence post locations as per specifications.

Post Assembly:

• Each panel requires specific U-Channel Posts and Hollow Posts assembly.
• Ensure correct placement of Line Post, Corner Post, and End Post as needed.

Board Stop Assembly Install:

1. If Board Stop Assembly is not installed, follow instructions for installation before post assembly.
2. Fasten U-Channel Posts to Hollow Posts and install Base Cable Assembly.
3. Slide Broad Stops into U-Channel Posts as instructed and fasten securely.
4. Repeat for all posts along the fence line.

Post Installation:

1. Dig holes of specified diameter and depth as per ground clearance requirements.
2. Verify proper hole depth and post spacing using Base Cable Assembly.
3. Place post assembly in holes aligning with string line and depth marker, fill with concrete.
4. Ensure posts are plumb, level, and aligned correctly before concrete sets.
5. Install Top Cable Assembly for additional support.

NCterra COMMERICAL 8’ FULL PRIVACY HORIZONTAL FENCE INSTALLATION GUIDELINE

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

1. Verify the location of all underground utilities
   • Aids: Local building departments, utility companies, or utility location service
2. Locate property lines
3. Consults local and regional building codes
4. Obtain all necessary permits as required by building codes
5. Always wear appropriate safety equipment

TOOLS REQUIRED

• Tape Measure
• Level and String Line
• Wheel Barrow
• Post Hole Digger and Shovel
• Philips Screwdriver or Drill
• Stakes or Markers

LAY OUT FENCE LOCATION

1. Using stakes and a string line, mark out the location of the fence.
   • Note: The string will help ensure the fence stays in line.
2. Locate gate placement and mark post hole locations for the gate posts accordingly. See gate installation instructions for more information.
3. Mark the locations of corners and ends of fence.
4. Mark locations of intermediate fence posts between ends, corners, and gate posts. Post should be located no wider than 74in (6.17 feet) from the center of the post to center of the post.

POST ASSEMBLY

1. Each panel of NC’s Commercial Full Privacy requires two (2) U-Channel Posts with assembly installed (Board stop and base cable assembly) and one (1) 5” Hollow. Each fence line will require an additional end post.
2. Fasten each U-Channel Posts to 5” Hollow Posts with five (5) #6 1-5/8 truss head screws, so that the open part of the U-Channel Post is exposed to allow for the pickets to slide through and the top of the U-Channel Post is 1.5” lower than to top of the 5” Hollow Post. Ensure the U-Channel Post is centered on the 5” Hollow Post. Use the pilot holes on the inside of the U-Channel post. Note the Top Cap groove on the U-Channel should be on the top side.
   • For line sections install the U-Channel posts across from each other.
   • For Corner Posts install U-Channel posts adjacent from each other, ensuring post are facing the correct direction.
   • For End or Gate Posts only one U-Channel is installed.

BOARD STOP ASSEMBLY INSTALL

1. If the Board Stop Assembly is not installed complete the following, move to post installation is the Board Stop Assembly is in place
2. Once the U-Channel Posts have been fastened to the 5” Hollow Posts, install the Base Cable Assembly.
3. Slide one of the Broad Stops into the U-Channel Post lining it up with the pre marked line 34-3/8” from the base of the U-Channel Post. Make sure the cable stays lined up in the cable groove as you slide it to the back of the post.
4. Once the Broad Stop is completely lined up, fasten the Broad Stop to the U-Channel Post using the 2” hole and 3-1/2” hole and two (2) 1-3/4” Composites screws.
5. Repeat for all post for full fence line before proceeding to the next step.

POST-INSTALLATION

1. Dig 12” diameter holes 36.5” deep for 3.5” ground clearance or 38” deep for 2” ground clearance in all post hole locations marked in previous steps. See below drawing.

2. Verify proper hole depth by placing the Commercial post assembly in the hole and lining up the depth stick with the ground to achieve the desired height, 2” or 3.5” above ground level.

3. Verify post spacing using the Base Cable Assembly, cable should be taught.

4. Once proper hole depth and placement is achieved, place post assembly in hole aligning the posts with the string line and depth marker. Fill the hole with concrete to approximately 2” below grade level. Before concrete sets, be sure plumb, level and align post properly keeping the base cable taught keeping the correct post spacing,

5. Install the Top Cable Assembly to help keep posts plumb and properly spaced.

6. Allow concrete to properly cure in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions before proceeding to the next step.

7. After concrete has set it is time to move into fence board installation

8. The Hollow Tongue and Groove Boards come pre-cut to the proper post spacing.

9. Install Hollow Tongue and Groove Boards with the tongue of the fence facing up and the groove in the fence board facing down. Hold the fence board at an angle and insert one end into the channel of the post. Then rotate the other end of the fence board down until it slides into the channel of the other post. Push the first fence board down until it comes to rest meeting the Board Stop Assembly.

10. Install fence boards about halfway up by repeating the above step, pressing each groove onto the other previous board’s tongue. DO NOT USE A HAMMER TO FORCE THE FENCE BOARD INTO POSITION, AS IT MAY DAMAGE THE COMPOSITE FENCE BOARDS!

11. Remove the Top Cable Assembly from Posts and install into the Top Hollow Tongue and Groove Board

12. Install the remaining board, except the Top Board with the Top Cap Assembly

13. Install Top Board with Top Cable Assembly, to do this rotate the Top Cable Bracket so that is perpendicular to the Board. Then slide the Board with the Cable assembly down the U-Channel Post so that the Top Cable Bracket lines up with the routed space. Continue pressing down the Top Board until its groove is on the previous board’s tongue.

TOP CAP INSTALL

1. Slide the Top Cap into the Top Cap Routed space on the top of the U-Channel post.
2. Fix into positions using one (1) 1-3/4” Composites Screw and a drill.
3. Repeat for all U-Channel Posts.

TOP POST CAP INSTALL

1. Slide the Post Cap onto the 5” Hollow Post.
   • For a more permanent hold, predrilled holes into the post cap one on opposite sides using a 1/16” drill bit. Secure to the post with a #6 ½” screw.

FAQ:

Q: How deep should the post holes be dug?
A : The post holes should be dug 36.5 inches deep for a ground clearance of 3.5 inches or 38 inches deep for a ground clearance of 2 inches.

Q: What safety equipment is recommended during installation?
A: It is recommended to wear gloves, eye protection, and appropriate footwear during installation to ensure safety.

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