How To Install A Wire Mesh Fence

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Once you’ve selected the appropriate wire mesh fencing for the job, it’s time to plan out your fence.

• Roll of wire mesh fencing (galvanized for outdoor use)
• Fence posts (wooden, steel or concrete)
• Hammer-in staples and hammer, or a staple tacker
• Wire cutters
• Spade or post hole digger
• Postcrete (or fast-setting concrete)
• Spirit Level
• Tape measure
• String line (for alignment)
• Protective gloves

Step 2: Dig Post Holes

• Place a post in each hole.
•  Use a spirit level to make sure it’s upright.
•  Pour Postcrete around the base of the post, following the product instructions.
•  Usually, pour dry mix into the hole, then add water.
•  Allow to set for the required time, typically 10–20 minutes for quick dry post-crete, before letting go of the post.
•  Let the posts fully set for at least 24 hours before attaching mesh.

• Secure the start of the mesh to the post at the beginning of your first run using either hammer-in staples or a heavy-duty staple tacker. Fix staples approximately 15cm to 20cm (6 to 8 inches) along the post.
• Unroll the wire mesh along the fence line. You may need a helper to hold it in place. If the mesh is curved slightly, this is normal from being machine rolled at the factory. To remove the curve, you may need to back-roll the mesh slightly i.e. roll the mesh back on itself to remove the curve.
•  Pull the mesh taut and fix it to each intermediate post using staples to ensure it is secure before moving onto the next post.
•  When you get to the end of your run of fencing, use a decent pair of wire cutters to cut the mesh. Wear protective gloves to protect yourself from any sharp prongs when you cut the mesh.
• If your run is longer than the length of mesh on the roll, then secure the mesh to the nearest post at the end of the roll. Then overlap the beginning of the next roll of mesh slightly, and fix to the same post with staples.
•  Continue along the fence line, ensuring the mesh remains tight and parallel to the ground.

• Keep the mesh tight: sagging or bowing mesh can lead to a compromised fence. Ensure that you pull the mesh tight, and fix to each intermediate post. Make sure your posts are not spaced too far apart.
•  If you are trying to keep pets / animals in, then fix the mesh on the inside of the perimeter. The posts will provide additional support for the mesh if your animals jump up against the fence. Equally, if your fence is to be used for security, then it is best to fix the mesh on the outside of the posts.
•  If using multiple rolls, overlap by approximately 15cm (6 inches) and staple both layers.

• Walk the fence line and ensure all posts are sturdy.
•  Check for loose staples or areas where mesh bows out or sags.
•  Trim off any sharp or excess wire ends with wire cutters.