Horizontal rail fence
Horizontal rail fences come in a variety of styles, but all of them are relatively simple to build. Cut post tops to points or bevels to add style. Close rail spacing increases privacy and alternate rail widths add interest. Capped post-and-rail fences, an outgrowth of earlier styles, go well in contemporary settings and the cap [...]
Hillside Deck Railing
This deck features an extremely versatile and widely used construction system. ”Dave and I were having a backyard wedding and realized that our trecherous stairs needed a railing. The guys at Art Metal promised to have it made and installed in time and they delivered. It’s beautiful (and I normally don’t like wrought iron) and [...]
Hardware and latches for Gates
Gate hardware is as much a design element as any other part of the fence or gate structure. Hinges and latches give the gate design a detail or accent that embellishes the appearance of the entire structure. But with gate hardware even the most ornamental parts have a hefty job to do. When you’re shopping [...]
Ground Level Deck Railings
Despite its simplicity, this L-shaped deck makes an ideal transition area between the house and lawn. It provides a usable space away from the main traffic corridor, where a table or a pair of lounge chairs invite casual relaxing. ”The price was very reasonable; the timing was exactly as promised; the work quality is perfect. [...]
FURNISHING YOUR DECK
No matter what size or style deck you’re building, the first step is to prepare the site. The amount of site preparation will vary from landscape to landscape and from deck to deck, but it generally includes removal of debris, trees, weeds, and structures. <img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-5512" src="https://art-metal.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/rating11-1.png" alt="" width="117" height="113" /> <div class="note [...]
Footings for Fences and Overheads
Much of the privacy, shade, and ambience of a landscape comes from arbors, fences, gazebos, and other structures that use vertical posts. If the structure it to last, the posts need to be firmly anchored in the ground. You have two techniques at your disposal: You can bury part of the post in the ground [...]
Footings for Fences and Overheads
Much of the privacy, shade, and ambience of a landscape comes from arbors, fences, gazebos, and other structures that use vertical posts. If the structure it to last, the posts need to be firmly anchored in the ground. You have two techniques at your disposal: You can bury part of the post in the ground [...]
Finalizing Deck Costs
Once your design has been approved by everyone who needs to review it, you’re ready to start gathering bids. Get bids from at least two or three major suppliers, and ask friends and relatives for recommendations. You can divide your costs into several parts: Here are a few suggestions: ”We needed an exterior fence between [...]
Fencing Materials
Wood is not the only material you can use for fencing, of course. Other materials may make a better fit with your landscape design and your budget ”These guys were great to work with, I originally tried Duffering Railings, and they were horrible, never got back to me, never emailed back and just wasted A [...]
Fence Preparations
Measuring and Marking Fences Even the simplest fence will require a variety of measuring tools. You will probably use your tape measure most often. Get into the habit of starting work by clipping a steel tape to your belt. There’s an old carpenter’s adage that says “measure twice, cut once.” It’s been around for years [...]
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