Natures Composites Mordern Horizontal Privacy Full Fence Installation Guide

Table of Contents

Q: How deep should the post holes be dug?
- A: Dig 12-inch diameter holes that are 24 inches deep at all marked post-hole locations.
Q: What should be done before concrete sets in the post holes?
- A: Ensure the posts are plumb, level, and aligned properly, and the base cable is taut with correct spacing before concrete sets.

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

Using stakes and a string line, mark out the location of the fence.
- a. Note: The string will help ensure the fence stays in line.
Locate gate placement and mark post hole locations for the gate posts accordingly. See gate installation instructions for more information.
Mark the locations of corners and ends of the fence.
Mark locations of intermediate fence posts between ends, corners, and gate posts. The post should be located no wider than 69in (5.75 feet) for each fence panel.

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Each panel of requires two (2) U-Channel Posts with assembly installed (Board stop and base cable assembly), one post at each end.
The U-Channel Posts for each adjacent panel must be fastened together before the fence is assembled. Fasten the post together with eight (8) 1-5/8 screws, so that the open part of the U-Channel Post is exposed to allow for the pickets to slide through and the bases of the U-Channel Post are ﬂush. 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.
- a. For line sections install the U-Channel posts back to back.
- b. For Corner Posts install U-Channel posts adjacent to each other, ensuring posts are facing the correct direction.
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BOARD STOP INSTALL

Once the U-Channel Posts have been fastened together, install the Base Cable Assembly.
Slide one of the Broad Stops into the U-Channel Post lining it up with the pre-marked line 22-3/8” 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.
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.
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POST INSTALL

Dig 12” diameter holes 24” deep in all post hole locations marked in previous steps.
Verify proper hole depth by placing the U-Channel 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.
Verify post spacing using the Base Cable Assembly, cable should be taught.
Once proper hole depth and placement are achieved, place the post assembly in the 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 to plumb, level and align the post properly keeping the base cable taught keeping the correct post spacing,
Install the Top Cable Assembly to help keep posts plumb and properly spaced.
Allow the concrete to properly cure according to the manufacturer’s instructions before proceeding to the next step. $Natures-Composites-Mordern-Horizontal-Privacy-Full-Fence-fig-1 $4$$

FENCE BOARD INSTALL

After concrete has been set it is time to move into fence board installation
The Hollow Tongue and Groove Boards come pre-cut to the proper post spacing.
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.
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!
Remove the Top Cable Assembly from the Posts and install it into the Top Hollow Tongue and Groove Board
Install the remaining board, except the Top Board with the Top Cap Assembly
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.

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

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