This is a tutorial on installing a good neighbor / shadowbox fence
First the advantages:
* Same on both sides so neighbors like it
* Adds visual contrast so is more aesthetic over solid wall of fencing
*Framing uses exposed post same height as fence boards so height is easier to set.
*Framing uses centered 2x4 for rail can use fence rail bracket so no toe nailing and is on narrow edge so less bowing.
Disadvantages:
* Can see through when close
*More Expensive as more fence pickets used.

Installation:
To install posts keep about 7'8" apart so 2x4's reach or (8' on center) square and fill holes with concrete. Cut at same height as fence pickets to get the height position a picket next to the post and mark then double check with string spanning 2 cut posts. Cut on mark using skill saw on 2 sides sand top if necessary. Next you add Simpson strong tie fence rail brackets for 2x4 rails centered 2 per post by measuring from the top 12 and 60 inches down to the middle top of the bracket. If you wish to use 3 rails per section (as some recommend) use 3 brackets on each side at 12, 36 and 60 inches from top. For pickets first one is flush to post then spaced the same as the width of a level or 2 and 3/16 inches put one screw in top till bottom is spaced and screwed in then add 2nd screws to top and bottom of the picket. For the other side start with partial picket make sure boards end up centered on other side opening. For gate: a square of 2x4's is made with top and bottom pieced notched the width of a 2x4. screw in from top and bottom with 3 inch screws. Position a diagonal under square frame and mark then cut on lines and tow nail screws in.
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Sincerely John.

Parts used in video w/cost:
3 boxes Deckmate screws 5 lb 2 inch 9 gauge box for pickets and framing , 5 lb 1 5/8 inch 9 gauge for pickets and framing, and 1 lb 3 inch 9 gauge for gate. 5 lb box was 35.00 each.
Redwood pickets 3/4" x 5.5" x 6' , 24 needed on each 7' 8" section (posts are 8' on center). Cost was 4.25 each.
Pressure treated posts 4"x4"x 8' (brown ones) calculate as 1 per section since their shared. Cost was 17.00 each
Pressure treated rails 2x4x8" (brown ones) 2 per section are used in video but 3 is common. Cost was 10.00 each
Simpson strong tie galvanized fence rail bracket for 2x4 part FBZMA 4 per section cost was .55 each.
Concrete premix 60 lb bag 4.00 each 1 bag per two holes.

Adding up: Each 8 foot section ( including post width) was about 160.00 after tax for materials board fee and screws.


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