Bibliograph

How to build a fence, plan and build basic fences and gates, Jeff Beneke

Type

Label

How to build a fence, plan and build basic fences and gates, Jeff Beneke

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

How to build a fence

Medium

electronic resource

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Responsibility statement

Jeff Beneke

Series statement

Storey basics

Sub title

plan and build basic fences and gates

Summary

Whether you want to protect your garden, provide a safe enclosure for pets, or add privacy, this Storey BASICS® guide covers you everything you need to know to build the perfect fence. Offering clear step-by-step instructions, Jeff Beneke shows you how to construct a variety of fences from wood, vinyl, and chain link. With designs that are easily adaptable to all types of yards, you'll soon be putting up a functional and beautiful fence that works with your landscape. This compact guide offers instructions for designing and building several basic styles of fences. Jeff Beneke is an avid woodworker, house renovator, gardener, and gourmand who has written more than a dozen home-improvement books, including How to Build a Fence and The Fence Bible. He lives in Sebastapol, California. Introduction Chapter One: Planning, Design, and Layout Fence Law - Fencing with a Purpose - Style and Other Design Considerations - Creating Plans - Plumb, Level, and Square - Before You Start Digging Chapter Two: Wood Fences Choosing the Wood - Fasteners for All Seasons - Setting Posts - Attaching Rails - Post Top Details - The Picket Fence - Vertical-Board Fences - Louvered Fences - Lattice Fences - Vinyl and Other Wood Alternatives - Choosing and Applying a Finish Chapter Three: Metal Fences Ornamental Fences - Chain-Link Fences - Mesh Fencing Chapter Four: Gates Design Decisions - Gate Hardware Resources Index Exactly What You Need To Know Build a simple fence perfectly suited to your needs, whether to protect your garden, keep your animals safe, or add privacy to your yard. Covering a variety of fencing materials, Jeff Beneke, offers step-by-step instructions for designing and building several basic styles, including picket, vertical board, and chain-link fences. Even with no prior building experience, you can construct a useful, good looking fence that will stand strong in your yard for years

Target audience

adult

Classification