How to Make Cedar Fence Posts

Cedar fences withstand the weather better than many other types of wood fencing. But digging and installing your own fence posts might seem difficult. If you ever wanted to install a cedar fence in your yard but haven't because you are uncertain where to start, a few tips can help.

Things You'll Need

• Cedar posts
• Concrete
• Level

Instructions

1. Dig the post holes. Lay out a string where you want your fence. Dig a post hole every eight feet. Be sure to dig below the frost level in the ground. Otherwise, your posts may be uprooted by a heavy frost.

2. Lay the posts next to the holes. This will help as you begin filling the holes with wet cement.

3. Mix a small batch of cement. To avoid having the cement dry out, mix only enough for a few post holes at a time.

4. Place the post in the hole and fill it with concrete. You want to make sure the bottom of the hole is wider than the top.

5. Plumb or level the posts vertically, before the cement hardens. Use a level to ensure they are vertical.

6. Wait for the concrete to dry. You do not want to touch the posts until the concrete has completely dried. This might mean waiting a day before finishing the fence.

References

• Do It Yourself
• Fence Reference