Fencing: The Ultimate Guide | Gates from Scratch (2 of 3)

In this mini-series I'm building a close board feather-edge fence. This video covers mending a gate post, building the gates, understanding how to brace a gate to prevent sagging and attaching hinges. For a first attempt, I'm really happy with how the fence turned out.
Relationship with Evolution
It feels a bit odd to get free stuff but I made sure prior to accepting that there was no commitment to making a video or review and hence why I've not mentioned it before now. I had been planning on buying an Evolution mitre saw when I came across the Parkside in Lidl so I was keen to try it out and I think it's a good fit for viewers of the channel. This isn't a sponsorship or paid promotion but the links below to Evolution tools are affiliate. I've checked other sellers and the Evolution site seems to be equal or less £ than others (but do look around). You can use this link with the code 'ALIDYMOCK5 ' to get a 5% discount on any product: shop.evolution...
Below are the tools and materials used for the whole project, not just this video. The timber, postcrete and arris brackets came from countrysupplie... (deliver 40 mile radius around High Wycombe in SE England).
Tools
Post Hole Digger amzn.to/2AOSLr4
Post Hole Auger 100mm wide (one I used, recommended for use with digger) amzn.to/300Pk9w
Post Hole Auger 150mm wide (recommended if only buying an auger) amzn.to/32aKtoI
Lidl Parkside mitre saw (available in store only at certain times of the year)
Evolution Mitre Saw R255SMS DB (my one) bit.ly/2ZZr8nX
Evolution Mitre Saw R210SMS 240V (my recommended choice) bit.ly/3fhnBHX
Evolution Circular Saw R185CCS bit.ly/2Zj4t6T
Angle post level amzn.to/3282MLc
1.8m level amzn.to/329iGF7
Drill
Impact driver bit.ly/3enrOsa
Bevel Gauge amzn.to/3emwij5
Materials
Sawn Post Green 100 x 100mm 3m Class 4
Postcrete 20kg Bag Birkdale
Stumps 48 x 48mm 0.6m Green
Gravel Board 22 x 150mm 3m Green
Arris Rails 75 x 75mm 3m Green
Arris Rail Repair Brackets
Pan Head Stainless Steel Screws 8GA X ¾" bit.ly/2OjVoV7
Pan Head Stainless Steel Screws 8GA X 1¼"bit.ly/326ogZ3
Counter Rails 25 x 50mm 3m Green
Capping Rails 65 x 22mm 3m Green
Gate Post Green 4 Way Weathered 175 x 175mm 2.4m
Carcassing C24 47 x 100mm
Feather Edge Green 22 x 125mm 2.25m
Gate hinges (various)
Coach Screws 8 x 40mm (for gate hinges) bit.ly/3iVabDF
Coach Screws 10 x 100mm (for attaching post to neighbour's post) bit.ly/300eSmZ
Sand
Cement
Weatherproof wood glue amzn.to/3iUghnU
Wood preserver amzn.to/2Zj5Qm4
String Line amzn.to/2Zihfm6
4.5mm x 40mm screws (for gates) bit.ly/3j1ZKhV
Other bits: tape measure, hammer, set square, brush, pencil, dust mask, goggles, ear protection etc
Links to some tools may be to new versions, closest available or what I would buy today. Some of the links are affiliate, meaning that if you purchase via the link, a small commission may be paid to me, at no extra cost to you of course.
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[@KevsShed]

EVOMS I’m just about to embark on my very first self build workshop and this would be perfect! 👌🏻

[@richardbenwell8168]

EVOMS Really enjoying this series. I love the fact you recycled the existing post. I used a cheap table saw for half lap joints on my gate, but it’s tough doing the laps at the midpoint.

[@mariusenslin]

⚙️ *EVOMS* 🛠 Well done on the progress so far Ali,as you sure are getting on well with the building of the gate. A note that I would suggest,is to perhaps treat the fences (Just don't know how cost-effective it would be) , or any other wooden structures/DIY Builds (Like your potting table in one of your other videos) with some *Yacht Varnish* ,as it sure makes the world of a difference in terms of preserving the wood in general I have found. Have done it with my potting table,and with my garden gate door, and can swear by the finished product as whole. Have made use of *"NO NONSENSE YACHT VARNISH GLOSS CLEAR"* (and does it fit your general brand suggesting aswell).. 😉 Keep those vids coming..and all the best of luck on the next stage. 👍🏻 Thanx again.🙏🏼

[@AliDymock]

Very interesting. I’ve looked at that many times. My understanding is that for it to be effective the wood needs to be super smooth (sanded to a really high grade) like on a yacht so it wouldn’t do that well on rougher timber. There must be a reason it’s not used on cladding, decking, fencing or outdoor furniture...

[@mariusenslin]

@@AliDymock Most likely true, and a possibility in general...as the finish on boats do tend to look extremely well. (The process involved in getting the silk-smooth finish, is a trade-in itself, and is there *a lot* of sanding involved between the various coats) It is also a very thick (Almost like syrup and quite sticky..and thus would most airborne particles stick to it quite easily ) medium to work with and is the drying time slightly longer than normal. It is also an expensive (probably down to the composition of different chemicals) product, and could that be another reason why it does not get used on some of the wooden products that you've mentioned. I have even brushed it on the hinges (The metal parts that fit to the post and door in order to prevent it from getting corroded and oxidising over time...and does is seem to be working wonders,as there is no sign of oxidation,as there is on the actual hinge itself..and does it still have that smooth shine and finish to it..)... Thinking about it... all of my garden hand tools (Brooms,Pitch Fork,Pick Axe,Shovel & Spade and does the metal shaft, and pins that go into the handles still, have their nice shine to it..not to forget about the actual handles in itself.

[@trainhockeysmart]

EVOMS - Really useful video as always Ali. My partner and I have just bought our first house so I'm finally able to put all I learn from your videos into practice. Thanks

[@LluisTheWoodWorker]

EVOMS - I love your vids, really good at explaining how to actually make stuff!

[@speedyrazor1]

EVOMS - Keep the videos coming Ali, such great informative and entertaining info.

[@HowToSandAFloor]

First 🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@simonmatthews2511]

EVOMS - another great series, I’m about to set myself to building a man cave/workshop combo replacing the growing kids trampoline with a den for them and a workshop for me. Your videos are just great and I love the technical bits as I really learn something rather than just learning how to dream! But first things first I need to redo my fencing (man cave needs a secure garden....) thanks again

[@LauGar69]

EVOMS, Like the videos liked the garden room especially. Have you moved from the London property then? If so did the garden room add value to the property?

[@AleksanderZaryczanski]

EVOMS - great video, as usual! Especially appreciate the info in the video description!

[@Gizzer3010]

You’re so good at explaining each step and I’m needing to replace part of my fence and twin gates. Other YTers just say “this is how”, but then don’t explain why. Your explanations mean that I can make my projects based on my situation. Thank you :)

[@AliDymock]

That’s great that they resonate with you!

[@kevincleaver1999]

EVOMS. Top notch Alli as all your descriptions. Did you finish the summerhouse cladding that you built at your old property.

[@rrimmer]

EVOMS - Great explanation as you go 👍. Bathroom project coming up, so chopsaw would be very handy.

[@antonythegreek]

EVOMS - My chopsaw decided to fail recently and spit the blade out across the room while at full spin...a replacement would come in handy 🤣 p.s great videos 👌🏻👌🏻

[@markbagshaw4495]

EVOMS. This saw would be ideal for me. I am just about to start building a 7m x 4m summerhouse on a very restricted budget. Not paying for a mitre saw would help so much.

[@iisjon]

EVOMS - great to follow this video, a real help for a similar (but thankfully smaller!) project I’m just about to start...

[@andyrobertking]

EVOMS - building myself a man cave / shed looking forward to making some man glitter ( sawdust)

[@davesmithnet]

EVOMS - Another fantastic video. I have a number of projects that would benefit from this. Thank you :)

[@haydenmarsh5948]

Great channel really helpful with similar projects I've been doing myself

[@hmscatman]

EVOMS. Another great video Ali. Love the post extension, it will soon become less obvious with weathering.👍

[@AliDymock]

Hey guys! It's good to get a first giveaway for the channel. Let's call this an early 25k subs celebration 🎉. It's 230V. I'll use a random name generator to choose the winner and reveal it in a future video. Good luck! To be clear this, this isn't a sponsorship or anything but I've written a bit more in the description for those interested, plus there's a 5% discount code for all of Evolution tools 👍

[@TheStoodc]

EVOMS quality video with loads of fantastic information as usual. Thanks for sharing!

[@DVerweij]

EVOMS - Cheers from the Newcastle/Gateshead area! Learning a lot and looking forward to apply it once I get my first house (in progress!)

[@DennisHobson]

EVOMS, loving the videos. Would be well happy to win this as I’m about to start building my own man cave in the garden 🤞🏽

[@michealosullivan6135]

EVOMS Love the detail in your videos dude. Inspired me to take on a garden room project. Only at the sketchup stage. Some tools would come in handy :)

[@Oli_Hudson]

EVOMS Another interesting video, looking forward to the third instalment. Cheers

[@RichardJenko]

EVOMS. I've just been made redundant due to covid, so I've gone and set up on my own and am trying to make it in the world of garden landscaping. So this would be a massive help!

[@robwhite3636]

EVOMS - your'e doing a great job and have an excellent delivery in terms of theory and practical

[@AW99017]

EVOMS! Love the vids, I keep referring to the garden Room series as I plan my own workshop/man cave!

[@kevinrye66]

EVOMS - Excellent information. Planning my fence for next year. Cheers 👍

[@rowen167]

EVOMS - got a very similar fence build coming up so this would be very welcome!

[@gebear1]

EVOMS - Enjoying all your video content.... keep it going....

[@martinmedlycott3003]

EVOMS- great series and lots of great tips and info.... planning new fencing myself, just need a good mitre saw to help with the job!

[@cormacflanagan4371]

EVOMS. have the evolution circular saw and great piece of equipment. Even used it with a diamond tip blade and while it took a bit effort it cut the bit of concrete I needed it to cut. Great videos anyway. Loved the shed build and loving this new series.

[@tom_robson]

EVOMS - love your videos mate the theory balanced with practical is awesome for those new to DIY

[@stephenholderness4627]

EVOMS Another great video, very informative, keep up the good work, Stephen

[@marcopetrillo6867]

Nice job, can see a lot of work went in to that even if the video was quick-fire and fairly short, the finer details take the most time. EVOMS, think I need to upgrade my mitre saw.

[@Snail4444]

EVOMS Just about to build a summer house. Exactly what I need.

[@trelawnylandscaping9290]

Typical woman at the end...(gestures man to come over... *man* " like the massive gate i just built that im next to "..."oh you done it, thats nice" haha 😄

[@chrisbentley8631]

EVOMS ... hi Ali, just about to start the garden room and have no power tools ... this would be awesome!😉

[@johncooper3607]

EVOMS - Another great video Ali! Taking so may tips from all your vids keep up the good work!

[@paulsinclair4075]

EVOMS- Excellent video as usual. I have been looking into buying a saw as I am doing my house up.

[@SDP9019]

EVOMS. I've been looking at picking up a mitre saw for a while and would love to win this one! I'm also looking at building and installing two gates in my front garden so these videos are a godsend.

[@doublezero6974]

EVOMS Very informative channel, this will come in handy as I've been searching for a Mitre saw 🤞

[@95Ozz]

EVOMS - Keep it up mate, your videos always go into so much detail👍 quality as always

[@kamransaleem6835]

EVOMS. Used your garden room videos to build my garden room. I feel like I’ll be doing my fence soon based on these new videos

[@mastermihir]

Brilliant video. Heads up to anyone, the parkside saw is coming up for sale in Lidl this weekend! £80

[@beresfordjamieson3755]

Hi I would like to build my own fence it’s going to be next to footpath on a road and was interested in the comment you made about dropping the last section to 1 m . Does this negate the requirement to get planning permission?

[@Nathan-dx7le]

Proper outdoor wood glue is rated D4, just picked some up because I'm making doors and frames out of an old purlin for a couple of false doorways on my old barn: www.toolstation.com/d4-wood-glue/p61864?searchstr=d4

[@123ChrisG]

The bracing is effectively useless. You need to brace to the vertical post not to sit on the horizontals.

[@ianpickard4472]

EVOMS Thanks for the workshop series. Very informative.

[@benprestwich5065]

EVOMS- great videos, thanks for sharing your experiences.

[@actionjackmod]

EVOMS Would be great to win this as a mitre saw is on my tool list for my workshop build this summer...

[@mikewade3426]

EVOMS Informative, and interesting as ever. Keep up the good work!

[@jonny4k4]

EVOMS - another very informative video and the new house looks awesome!

[@101Houghton]

EVOMS Great videos, I've had the parkside saw for a few years and it is a great bit of kit but wouldnt mind a new one.

[@individual.investor]

EVOMS. Thanks for the video series mate. Really informative.

[@mattwooldridge1021]

EVOMS - Would love an evolution saw to help do our house up especially as they cut everything!

[@Mark...]

EVOMS thanks for the video, will help when I come to build my gates.

[@takingover]

EVOMS - loving your videos, full of helpful tips and tricks

[@GazmoOrgazmo]

EVOMS just moved house and I'm in the market for a sliding saw so this would be awesome

[@kaher01]

EVOMS. Thanks for all the videos Ali, keep up the good work 👍

[@RichardHeathcote1974]

EVOMS Would be really useful for my upcoming shed build :-)

[@mikefisher4194]

EVOMS Loving your videos mate! Keep them coming 😃

[@intheshed77a]

EVOMS. This would be ideal for my shed project 👍🏼

[@richardfisher7544]

EVOMS - GREAT TOOL. Be great to receive one for my projects

[@83couttsie]

EVOMS - this would help out greatly with my plan to build a shed and office onto the end of my house 👍

[@stevebrown3017]

EVOMS - just about to start making a gate! This would be so helpful

[@nmclive469]

EVOMS evolution do great tools i've used one before and can't fault them

[@MrGlenfraser]

EVOMS Top work Ali as always. Glad to see your both o.k. Best Glen

[@matthewgurd6477]

EVOMS - great video, very insightful and inspiring

[@iamsquicky]

EVOMS - My current one was a bit too cheap and the metal alignment mount has snapped.

[@alishah120873]

EVOMS

[@CJ0175]

EVOMS - could do with this to lay my new kitchen laminate floor :)

[@johnbottomley9956]

Evoms what a fantastic bit of kit and love watching your channel keep up with the good work

[@lindastevens3562]

EVOMS , just about to start a self build , so could be perfect timing !

[@tophattaylor]

EVOMS just built my workshop so this would go down a treat :)

[@TomJacksonGB]

EVOMS. Excellent detail in your videos, thank you.

[@markc72]

Great videos , thank you very much for sharing all these tips.

[@peterconnew5292]

EVOMS - that would certainly work better than my old saw!

[@MrIR_warrior]

EVOMS - excellent walkthrough as usual!!

[@malcolmfortune5178]

EVOMS - Really enjoying the latest few videos :)

[@EdDarter]

EVOMS - Looking at one of these anyway so the chance of a free one can't be passed up!

[@ratchet2700000]

EVOMS - You read my mind I was just starting to replace a gate.

[@scott_wallace]

EVOMS. Great videos. Very helpful 👌

[@davidhill431]

Whaddya think love? Man you're so English 😅👍

[@michaelhill5298]

EVOMS would be an awesome time to get a mitre saw just before starting on the walls of my garden room !

[@joshuahughes9735]

EVOMS - Great, informative video as always.

[@CJappy]

EVOMS - Would love this to build a new garden Room!

[@craigmorris3941]

EVOMS - Another great video Ali, thank you.

[@markwoollard5247]

EVOMS - Great channel. Very informative 👍

[@VirusX87]

EVOMS - great video and just in time as I’m about to do similar gates on my driveway

[@emrekuyucak4954]

EVOMS - Great videos! Keep them coming :)

[@danielrees853]

EVOMS just looking at buying a mitre saw ready to start on a garden room

[@nickboggon]

EVOMS - I could give my mate his back...

[@JamesLittle22]

EVOMS Great video - very timely for us at this end!

[@minty1980]

EVOMS - another great set of videos Ali thanks.

[@anderton23]

EVOMS - great video for my new gate build!

[@imraniqbal4447]

EVOMS. Great video and detail as usual. Thanks

[@andrewcull4085]

EVOMS - Great video, Thanks Ali