Thursday, January 21, 2010

Attach A Metal Trellis To A Wood Fence

Liven up a wood fence by attaching a metal trellis.


Metal trellises are both decorative and practical items to have in your garden. A metal trellis can be made from wrought iron for an old-world appeal, stainless steel for a contemporary vibe or come in a wide range of other styles. While some trellis types are free standing, attaching one to a wood fence gives it a solid background. Attaching it does not take a lot of time. Does this Spark an idea?


Instructions


1. Position the metal trellis at the point on the wooden fence where you want it to sit. Have someone hold it in place if it won't be touching the ground in any way.


2. Position a staple nail large enough to fit securely over the metal trellis over the center-left side of the trellis. Hammer it into place.


3. Place another staple nail over the center-right side of the metal trellis and secure it. Repeat the nailing process throughout the trellis until it's securely attached to the wooden fence. This will vary depending on the size and weight of your trellis. Use more staple nails for heavier trellises.

Tags: metal trellis, staple nail, wood fence, wooden fence