Natures Composites Modern Horizontal Privacy Perimeter Fence Installation Guide

Introduction

This guide provides instructions for installing the Natures Composites Modern Horizontal Privacy Perimeter Fence.

Components and Tools Required

Components:

• A. U-Channel Post 64" (Qty 2)
• B. T&G Board 67" (Qty 6)
• C. Modern Sliding Top Cap (Qty 2)
• D. Top Cable Assembly (Qty 1)
• E. Board Stop Assembly (Qty 1) (Installed)
• F. #8 1-5/8" Truss Head Screw (Qty 5)

Tools Required:

• #2 Torque Head Driver/Drill Bit
• Drill or Impact Driver

Before You Begin

• Verify the location of all underground utilities. Aids include local building departments, utility companies, or the utility location service at 811.
• Locate your property line.
• Consult with your Homeowners Association (HOA), if applicable, and follow their Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs) Guidelines.
• Consult local and regional building codes.
• Obtain all necessary permits as required by building codes.

1. Lay Out Fence Location

Panels are sold with 69" On-Centers.

1. Using stakes and a string line, mark out the fence location.
2. Locate gate placement and mark post hole locations for the gate posts accordingly (Refer to gate installation instructions).
3. Mark the locations of corners and ends of the fence.
4. Mark locations of intermediate fence posts between ends, corners, and gate posts. Posts should be located no more than 69" on-center.

2. Post Assembly

1. Each Composite Modern Fence panel requires two U-channel posts (A) with Board Stop Assembly (E) installed, one post for each end of the panel.
2. The U-channel posts for adjacent panels must be fastened together before setting the posts in concrete.
3. Fasten posts together using 6 #8 1-5/8" screws (F), ensuring the open part of the U-channel post is exposed to allow for the T&G Boards to slide through, and the bases of the U-channel posts are flush. Alternative fasteners can be used on each side of the U-Channel post set.
4. Post Types:
   • Line Posts: Install the U-channel posts back to back.
   • Corner Posts: Install the U-channel posts adjacent to each other, ensuring the posts are facing the correct direction.
   • End or Gate Posts: Only one U-channel is installed.
   • T or + Posts: Combine the line and corner post configurations.

3. Post Installation

1. Dig 12" diameter holes 24" deep for 3.5" ground clearance or 25.5" deep for 2.0" ground clearance in all post hole locations marked in previous steps.
2. Verify proper hole depth by placing the U-Channel post assembly in the hole and lining up a depth stick with the ground to achieve the desired height (2" or 3.5" above ground level).
3. Verify post spacing using the Base Cable Assembly; the cable should be taut.
4. Once proper hole depth and placement are achieved, place the post assembly in the hole, aligning the posts with the string line and depth marker. Fill the hole with concrete to approximately 2" below grade level. Before concrete sets, ensure the posts are plumb, level, and aligned properly, keeping the base cable taut and maintaining the correct post spacing.
5. Install the Top Cable Assembly to help keep posts plumb and properly spaced.
6. Allow concrete to properly cure in accordance with manufacturer's instructions before proceeding to the next step.

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4. Board Installation

1. After the concrete has set, proceed with fence board installation.
2. The Hollow Tongue and Groove Boards come pre-cut to the proper post spacing.
3. Install Hollow Tongue and Groove Boards with the tongue facing up and the groove facing down. Hold the fence board at an angle and insert one end into the channel of the post. Then rotate the other end of the fence board down until it slides into the channel of the other post. Push the first fence board down until it rests against the Board Stop Assembly.
4. Install fence boards about halfway up by repeating the previous step, pressing each groove onto the tongue of the previous board. DO NOT USE A HAMMER TO FORCE THE FENCE BOARD INTO POSITION, AS IT MAY DAMAGE THE COMPOSITE FENCE BOARDS!
5. Remove the Top Cable Assembly from the posts and install it into the Top Hollow Tongue and Groove Board.
6. Install the remaining boards, except the Top Board, using the Top Cap Assembly.
7. Install the Top Board with the Top Cable Assembly. To do this, rotate the Top Cable Bracket so it is perpendicular to the board. Then slide the board with the cable assembly down the U-Channel Post so that the Top Cable Bracket aligns with the routed space. Continue pressing down the Top Board until its groove engages with the tongue of the previous board.

5. Top Cap Installation

1. Slide the Top Cap into the Top Cap Routed space on the top of the U-Channel post.
2. Secure into position using one (1) 1-3/4" Composites Screw and a drill.
3. Repeat for all U-Channel Posts.

Patents

Natures Composites products and/or processes are protected by the following patents, as well as other patents that are pending:

• US 11,053,707
• US 12,110,703
• US 12,084,880

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