Build a cedar palisade fence - global village style

Cedar is a naturally weather-resistant material so therefore does not need to be treated or painted. But there’s nothing to prevent you from staining it to match the decor—this will not detract from its beauty.

As well as being naturally resistant due to the material used, this fence model is also highly durable because of its horizontal slat design, which helps prevent water from penetrating the wood.

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List of materials, for one panel
Assembly

List of tools

  • Circular saw
  • Measuring tape
  • Pencil
  • Driver drill

    • List of materials, for one panel

  • 11 cedar boards 1 ¼ x 6" x 72"
  • 2 cedar pieces 2" x 4" x 96"
  • 1 cedar post 4" x 4" x 120" + 1 post for the last panel
  • 2 fence post caps
  • 3" and 5" screws for treated wood

    • Assembly

    The fence posts can be cut to a length of 96" and fixed to metal stakes planted in the ground. Alternatively, they can be left at their original length, sunk into holes dug in the ground and secured with concrete. If you choose the latter option, you will need to support the posts while the concrete sets.

    Space the posts 73" apart; this will allow you to use the fence boards at their full length of 72".

    1. Cut the pieces of 2" x 4" into two lengths of 71".
    2. Screw the lengths of 2" x 4" vertically to the centre of the posts, 2" from the ground. Their narrowest (2") side goes up against the post, so you will use the 5" screws.
    3. Working from the ground up, screw the palisade boards onto the 2" x 4"s (using the 3" screws), spacing them 1" apart.
    4. Install the post caps. .


    And there you have it—a simple palisade fence that looks great and will last for many years. A winning project from every point of view!

    It is also possible to make the panels first and attach them to the posts afterwards. If you do this, however, you must be careful to keep the posts equidistant. The method described here, on the other hand, provides the necessary leeway to compensate for any spacing variations.
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