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Attaching Chain Link Fence to Posts and Different Materials

Below is a step-by-step guide on attaching chain link fence to posts and different materials.

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  • Experience Required: Medium
  • Tools Required: Protective gloves, Wrench, Pliers
  • Materials Required: Chain link fence, Tension bar, Tension bands, Fence ties, Bolts and nuts

End Support

  • When attaching chain link fence to posts, place tension bands on each post with the flat side facing outward.
  • Taller fences require more tension bands.
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  • Insert the tension bar through the end of the mesh roll nearest to the end support.
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  • Connect the tension bar to the tension band to hold the mesh in place.

Top Rail

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  • Use a few wire fence ties to secure the mesh to the top rail with pliers.

Intermediate Support

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  • Secure the mesh to the intermediate supports using the same method with fence ties.
  • Experience Required: Medium
  • Tools Required: Protective gloves, Wrench, Pliers, Hammer drill (if needed)
  • Materials Required: Chain link fence, Tension bar, Eye bolts, Washer or nut, Snap hook or carabiner, Wire ties or cable ties

End Pole

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  • Insert an eye bolt into the pre-drilled holes or drill new ones with a hammer drill. Secure with a washer and nut, tightening with a wrench.
  • Attach a snap hook or carabiner to the eye bolt.
  • Slide a tension bar into the fabric and hook it to secure it to the pole.

Middle Pole

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  • Use wire ties or cable ties to secure the mesh to the middle poles.
  • Experience Required: Medium
  • Tools Required: Protective gloves, Wrench, Hammer, Drill
  • Materials Required: Chain link fence, Tension bar, Eye bolts, Washer or nut, Snap hook or carabiner, Staples

End Support

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  • Drill a hole through the post for an eye bolt. Secure it with a washer and nut, tightening with a wrench.
  • Attach a snap hook or carabiner to the eye bolt, then slide a tension bar into the chain link fabric and hook it to secure it to the support.

Mid Support

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  • Secure the mesh to the wooden support by hammering staples into the desired position.
  • This method can also be used as an alternative to attach the mesh to the end poles without using a tension bar.

METAL T POST

End Pole

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  • In the process of how to attach chain link fence, connect the mesh to the end post using cable ties.
  • Thread the ties through the pre-drilled holes and secure them tightly.

Intermediate Pole

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  • Continue using cable ties to fasten the mesh to the middle poles, ensuring it’s securely attached.
  • Experience Required: Low
  • Tools Required: Protective gloves, Hammer, Shovel
  • Materials Required: Chain link fence, Pegs, Soil or dirt

Method 1) Pegs

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  • Secure the mesh to the ground by hammering pegs every 60cm along the length of the line.

Method 2) Bury Mesh

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  • Bury the bottom of the mesh by digging a shallow trench along the line and placing the bottom of the chain link fabric into the trench.
  • Experience Required: Low
  • Tools Required: Protective gloves, Pliers
  • Materials Required: Chain link fence, One loose end

Step 1) Align and Weave the Wire

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  • Make sure the patterns align properly so the loose wire can weave through them evenly.
  • Take the loose wire and start weaving it into the first full diamond of one section and the matching diamond of the other section.

Step 2) Spin the Wire

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  • Spin the wire to ensure it locks into place as it passes through each full diamond.
  • Once the loose wire is fully woven, secure the ends at both the top and bottom using pliers.

Tips & Tricks

  • Choose durable hardware: Choose strong, rust-resistant hardware to ensure your enclosure lasts longer, especially in wet areas.
  • Prevent Sagging: In the process of attaching chain link fence to posts, stretch the chain link tightly to avoid sagging, using a fence stretcher.
  • Maintain alignment: Attach tension wires at the top and bottom to keep the mesh aligned and stable.
  • Prioritize Safety: Always wear safety gear like gloves and eye protection when working.
  • Distribute tension Evenly: Use tension bars and bands to evenly distribute force and prevent damage.
  • Avoid over-tightening: Tighten hardware securely, but avoid over-tightening to prevent weakening posts or bending the chain link.

FURTHER READING

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Timi K

Timi K. is an illustrator and a genuine animal lover, and she couldn't hide it if she tried: she likes to offer fencing solutions especially for animal and pet related issues.

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