How To Fix Trellis To Fence Without Posts
The use of longer fence posts from the start allows the trellis to be nailed directly onto the post and is by far the best option.
How to fix trellis to fence without posts. Adding a trellis topper to a fence panel is a relatively simple job as long as you remember the following key points. Step 2 modify the existing post with wood battens. It depends on the type of fence you have but as long as there is a gap of about an inch between the trellis and the panel section of the fence that should be sufficient. In this video i am showing you how to replace a rotted fence post in concrete.
There are two methods of extending fence posts to attach a trellis to an existing fence the first is by joining an extra length of post to each existing post with. I show how to replace a rotted fence post the easy way. Drilling into concrete posts will encourage them to crack. How to attach a trellis fence topper.
You can put battens onto the edge frame of your fence panels but if they are the lap type the edges will be very flimsy. I have replaced a lot. Hi im installing a trellis to my back fence i have looked on the internet but all i can find is how to put it on the top of the fence. Any weight or wind on the trellis will have leverage to break off your fixing.
For both methods yours are likely to want to add metal caps to the post after adding the trellis. Yes you have guessed 3 5l tins of fence treatment a couple of new trellis panels a couple of posts cement for said posts and a tin of cuprinol shades in holly i have always admired homebird s trellis colour choice and how it shows up the plants well. Frame the top of the trellis. Finish the trellis by adding a strip of wood framing along the.
Trellis toppers not only make your garden fence look more appealing they also help you improve your garden s privacy by increasing the height of your fence run. This quick video gives you a demonstration showing you how easy it is to put trellis onto the top of a fence panel. Nail on the trellis. I was planning to run it up from the ground to the top of the fence.
Next morning off to diy store for a couple of tins of fence treatment.