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Split Rail Installation Instructions
1. Lay out the corners and ends of the fence and set these posts to correct height, partially back fill
for stability.
2. Stretch a string from the ends to line up each post.
3. Dig first line post hole about 10' 3" from starting corner, install this post and rails and repeat until
complete. Note: 10' 3" distance is approximate. DO NOT dig all postholes in advance, they may
vary slightly.
4. If the distance that the fence covers cannot be worked in multiples of 10' 3", then the distance
between the last two posts will be less than rail length and the rails must be cut off. Allow enough
length to put a new scarf on the rail by use of a chain saw or table saw.
5. When installing our 8’6” rails, posts should be spaced approximately 8’ on center.
Note: To compensate for short rails you may want to divide the shortage by reducing the length of rails
on both the first and last sections. If this is not required then we recommend that the short section be
in a less conspicuous place.
Setting Posts
1. Dig hole 24" to 30" deep. Exact depth will be dependent on how high you want the first rail above
the ground.
2. Place post in the hole, add 12” of dirt, compact and repeat. Do not finish setting post until next
section of post, plus rail, is installed.
3. Compact the back fill by tamping and sloping it away from the post for drainage.
4. If you want to use concrete, place the post in the hole, fill 12” of dirt, compact. Fill the balance
of the hole with concrete. This will form a concrete collar and will allow moisture to drain away
from the bottom of the post. The drainage is critical for the longevity of the post and warranty.
Do not set entirely in concrete, YOU WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
West Virginia Split Rail proves itself in ease of installation. There is no butting of rails into
posts, eliminating exact post setting. The 6" lap on each end of our West Virginia Split Rail
will allow for irregularities in post setting without detracting from the overall finished
appearance.
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WVSR Installation Instructions
11/9/2017
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