Friday, June 29, 2012

Secure Wrought Iron Posts

When building a fence out of wrought iron, the key to keeping everything together is proper installation of the wrought iron posts. Each section of fence is connected to these posts that are secured to the ground via concrete. If the posts aren't secure, the fence won't be either, and it could fall down or flex. Properly securing the wrought iron posts takes a bit of time and patience. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions


1. Determine where you want your fence. Pound stakes into the ground with a hammer where you want the wrought iron posts. Measure the distance between each stake, making sure the stakes are 96 inches apart.


2. Measure the depth of your wrought iron post with the tape measure. Determine the depth of the post hole by subtracting the length of your post from the height of the fence. Dig a hole at each stake using the post hole digger. Measure each hole to ensure the proper depth, and dig the circumference about 4 inches wider than the post.


3. Pound two stakes into the ground on two sides of the post hole, about 2 feet from the edge of the hole. Place the post into the ground. Tie string to the stakes and the top of the post to ensure that the post is anchored. Hold the level against the the iron post and make sure it is plumb on at least two sides.


4. Pour the bag of pre-mixed concrete into the wheelbarrow. Add about half the recommended amount of water listed on the bag. Mix the concrete with the water using a hoe, adding more water per the directions on the bag until the concrete has the general consistency of oatmeal.


5. Pour the concrete into the post hole using the shovel. Recheck the wrought iron post to ensure it is level. Allow the concrete to dry at least 24 hours before removing the strings.

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