![]() ![]() Once they bend you have to put in new posts as the bent ones can't be repaired. We were fortunate, our fence did not go down in Katrina, but it sure was leaning after she came through because the metal poles had bent. We definitely we put the 4 x 4 in our new yard. DH said he noticed after Katrina that every fence that went over were held up with metal fence posts and the ones still standing, had 4 x 4 posts. So sad.Īnother thing we learned after Katrina, is if you want a fence to withstand hurricane force winds you should install with 4 x 4 treated fence posts as they don't bend like metal ones do. We had a minor thunder storm and her fence was half way down. ![]() The lattice-top fence panel features tongue-and-groove pickets that allow privacy with a decorative look. They only dug the holes about a foot deep *should be at least 18" or more). This low-maintenance vinyl fence panel features a unique design that securely locks pickets into place and provides a neighbor-friendly appearance that's the same on both sides. Many fence installers take this shortcut and when a little wind comes along your fence is falling!! I saw this happen to the neighbor across the street when she had Sears install her wood fence. Ensure that the posts are put in the ground deep enough. Just a side note, a fence is only as strong as how it's installed. You might find out more about that material. I'd go over to the deck and fence forum and ask there. I'm with you on the painting issue, I never, ever want to have to paint a fence. ![]() Cedar will not rot, at least ours hasn't in 20 years. I'm sorry, I'm thinking cedar and saying cypress. ![]()
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