Instructions / Assembly

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FOR MAXIMUM DURABILITY

STURDY FENCES THAT STAND UP TO THE ELEMENTS

TOOLS YOU NEED

• Saw

• Screw gun

• #2 Phillips head bit

•

⁄

" hex drive socket

• Tape measure

• Clamps

• Framing square

• Straight edge

• Level

• Post hole digger

• String for layout

Simpson Strong-Tie makes it affordable for you to build a fence that will withstand the test of time, and

best of all, complement the character and design of your home. Your style, your way. Building a fence with

Simpson Strong-Tie

connectors can save you the cost of hiring a contractor and save on long-term costs

by adding strength that minimizes repairs.

Wood Fencing

You can create a fence of any style

that enhances your home or backyard.

Whether you prefer a standard picket

fence, three rail, or a lattice top,

Simpson Strong-Tie

connectors

make it easy.

For more inspiration visit www.strongtie.com/diydoneright

CONNECTING 2x4 HORIZONTAL

RAILS (FB24Z BRACKET)

Mark the desired position and use

a FB24Z fence bracket to hold the

horizontal rails to the center of

the 4x4. Attach

with Simpson

Strong-Tie

Strong-Drive

#9x1

⁄

" screws.

CONNECTING 2x6 HORIZONTAL

RAILS (FB26Z BRACKET)

If you prefer 2x6 rails (or are building

a post-and-rail fence) use a FB26Z

bracket centered on the post. Attach

with Simpson

Strong-Tie

Strong-Drive

#9x1

⁄

" screws.

Use cedar, redwood or preservative-treated lumber and ﬁnish with exterior grade stain or paint.

Make sure posts are designated for below ground use. Dimensions can be modiﬁed to ﬁt your speciﬁc needs.

Check local building codes before construction.

2x4 LUMBER

FB24Z bracket attaches horizontal

rails to the center of 4x4 post

1x6 LUMBER

VERTICAL SLATS

Overlap boards 1" each side

4x4 LUMBER

FOR POSTS

Summary of content (2 pages)

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STURDY FENCES DURABILITY THAT STAND UP TO THE ELEMENTS FOR MAXIMUM Wood Fencing Simpson Strong-Tie makes it affordable for you to build a fence that will withstand the test of time, and best of all, complement the character and design of your home. Your style, your way. Building a fence with Simpson Strong-Tie® connectors can save you the cost of hiring a contractor and save on long-term costs by adding strength that minimizes repairs.
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MATERIALS ANDDURABILITY CUTTING DIAGRAM FOR MAXIMUM Wood Fencing Top View 1" Overlap 2x4 Top rail 96" 92" 2x4 Cap 2x4 Rail ¼" Gap between rail and post for FB24Z screw head 72" 32" 2" Side View Front View FOR EACH 8 FT. SECTION YOU WILL NEED: LUMBER (2) – pieces 4x4 x 8 ft. lumber* (4) – pieces 2x4 x 8 ft. lumber (20) – pieces 1x6 x 6 ft. lumber (2) – pieces 1x4 x 6 ft.