Step 5: Cut the Post Sleeve Pieces

Assembling the post sleeves
Photo: Kolin Smith
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To construct the sleeves, you'll sandwich narrow blocks on sides where fence panels connect between wider full-length pieces. Use a circular saw to rip the blocks to 3⅝ inches and the full-length pieces to 5⅛ inches. For end posts, substitute a 3⅝-inch full-length piece for the narrow blocks on the side with no connecting panel. Once ripped, cut the pieces to length using a miter saw.
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    1. 4×4 pressure-treated posts
    Get them long enough to go below the frost line; at least one-third of each post must be buried.

    2. Cedar 1×6 lumber
    To be ripped to make the post sleeves, stops, and cap rail.

    3. Cedar square lattice
    Get 4-by-8 sheets that can be cut into two panels each.

    4. Self-adhesive flashing to protect the portion of the post set in concrete.

    5. ¾-inch drainage stone

    6. Concrete
    Choose a fast-setting mix.

    7. 1¼-inch exterior grade brad nails

    8. 1⅝-inch trim-head stainless-steel deck screws

    9. 3-inch stainless-steel deck screws

    10. Polyurethane glue

    11. Polyurethane construction adhesive

    12. Painter's tape

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