How To Build A Wrought Iron Fence Jig
Although such fences might prove be more expensive with the right tools and materials in hand it is possible to construct them within budget.
How to build a wrought iron fence jig. I have a 4 x8 metal frame that i use to set posts for wooden fences. In this video you will see how i used my iron fence jig to make a wrought iron fence panel. Place two 1 2 inch bolts into the holes in the metal sheet. Using hand tools on wrought iron fences such as a hand rule a square two kinds of carpenter squares a grinder a portable band saw a jigsaw and different kinds of clamps in this free.
I will show you the steps i took when i made it on my welding table. Follow the detailed instructions below to build a wrought iron fence. Pull the sheet to the caps of the bolts. A little triming is ok but 2 3 diferent could be noticable depending on the style of fence.
The holes are the same size as the bolts which helps to keep the bolts in place while you use the jig to make wrought iron ornamental projects. I will also show you the jig i made to help me weld on the ornamental iron fence finials or spears to the fence rails. Welding wrought iron railings. Wrought iron is an extremely durable material and lasts several decades longer than wooden fences.
Set the bolts into the holes in the wood. Today i wanted to go over installing our stronghold iron fence panels to show you how everything goes together.