Can Jack Whites Screen Up system be used for front garden fencing?

[Jaywang]

 

Hi! Can I use the Jack Whites Screen Up System for my front garden fencing?

One of the wooden post has rotten out and I am thinking of changing the fencing to metal posts when I came across Jack Whites Screen Up system, seems like it’s not too hard for a DIY to do.

another thing is we do have a side gate near the house walls where a path is shown on the ground leading into the front garden. Can I build a fence door/gate on the Jack Whites Screen Up system?

any other suggestions would be great! Metal posts, colourbond fencing etc.

cheers

Jay

[EricL]

Hello @Jaywang 

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us and thanks for sharing your question about the Jack Screen Up system.

I must admit that the Jack Screen Up system is quite easy to assemble, but it is used more as a screen rather than as a fence. Your current fence frame appears to be still in good condition, is there a reason you wish to upgrade. The options are using Colorbond fencing systems or traditional post and paling. However, I was wondering if your fencing frame is still viable. It might be possible to modify it to use timber palings. 

In regards to creating a gate, you can either build it from scratch using timber or use a Fortress gate system. 

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric

[Jaywang]

Hi Eric! Thank you for your reply. The reason for the thought of an upgrade is because one of the posts have rotted and the fence is slanted. I got a professional to come and have a look and the options are to either swap one post for a new one or swap the entire fence, given the other posts might give way in 1-2 years time.

I’ve since spoken to a few mates and one reckon I could just repair the rotted post with some sort of repair kit like the Simpson Strong Tie.

[EricL]

Hello @Jaywang 

Using the Simpson Strong-Tie 90mm Fence Post Repair and Reinforcement E-Z Mender is an excellent alternative to replacing your post, especially if you are not yet ready to replace your fencing. Please keep in mind that your posts will eventually need replacing. 

Please make sure to wear personal protection such as heavy-duty gloves, goggles and a paint mask when working on your project.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric