Had this idea rolling around in my head for a while. The fence pickets are cheap lumber for experimenting, and they look good too.
23.06.2023 - 12:45 / hometalk.com
Cinder block posts with 4x4's rails for diy
NOTE: The cinder block posts are movable they are not buried or cemented down. Making this fence movable and customizable at any time.
Cinder block and paver stone.
1st I marked in 2 1/4 inches on the 12x12 paver stone to have area where cinder block would sit. Next apply Loctite adhesive on paver stone being generous but not to much it will squeeze out. (1 10 oz tube was enough for 4 applications). Place cinder block on top and position into place. Let set/cure for 24 hrs.
Note: if you need more stability look into using a larger 16x16 or 24x24 paver stone/tile
Placement
After allowing the cinder block and paver stone to cure 24 hrs, allowing for a good bond, I then started placing them where I wanted. Making sure to line them up, getting the correct distance apart and leveling.
Note: Loctite PL 500 landscape adhesive per the tube has a 2-7 day cure time.
Adding 2nd cinder block
After all beginning cinder block posts are placed and leveled. Next get ready to add 2nd cinder block. Apply Loctite adhesive to top of 1st cinder block. Set 2nd cinder block on top. Let set/cure 24hrs.
Note: depending how tall you want your fence you can stop here or add on. Also cinder blocks come in a half size with just 1 hole. I also considered adding a paver stone on top for a column look and for a larger area on top to sit a pot, decor, etc
Adding in 4x4's
Add your 4x4's in the desired holes in cinder block. I added mine in 1, 2 and 3 leaving 4 empty. Other options are (1) 1 and 3 only, (2) 1,3, and 4 or (3) in all 4 holes. It's up to you how you want them.
Note: 4x4 treated lumber comes in different lengths 6, 8, 10 and 12 feet.
Optional-Painting
My final step was painting my cinder block in the Behr
Had this idea rolling around in my head for a while. The fence pickets are cheap lumber for experimenting, and they look good too.
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