Actually the posts are not cracking. They are undergoing a process known as "checking" which results from the natural seasoning (drying out) of any piece of lumber, but particularly in any full round or square piece of timber.

This depends on many factors, including the type of material used and the climate conditions in your area (snow loads, frost, winds, etc.). The American Fence Association (AFA) recommends that you consult with an experienced local fence contractor (preferably an AFA member) who is familiar with the specifications and standards associated with fence installation.

The American Fence Association (AFA) recommends that you consult with an experienced local fence contractor (preferably an AFA member) to ensure the type of wood you choose is compatible with the soil in your area. BACK TO TOP

Your choice of fence post will depend on the animal being contained, the lifetime you expect from the fence, and the topography (flat or rolling terrain). If you still don't know what type of post to use, the Fence Builder™ Planning Tool will recommend a selection for you. Keep in mind that corner and end posts (including gates) carry much of the strain, so for most applications these need to be sturdier than the line posts.

We recommend CCA-treated or Creosote Southern Yellow Pine. These fence posts are strong and will add to the safety of the fencing. Typical: Corner/End Post 6" - 8" x 8', Line Post 4" - 5" x 8'.

It depends on the lay of your land and the breed of horse you plan to contain. For level to gentle terrain 12' spacing can be utilized. As the terrain is more severe or curving you should consider closer spacing of 10' or 8 '. Keep in mind with closer spacing you will increase the strength of your fence.

Although there are times when an alternative might work better, the most cost effective method of installing iron fences tends to be to set them in concrete.

Title 36, The Rules and Regulations that Govern Corps of Engineers Water Resource Projects, Section 327.20, Unauthorized Structures states that the placement of any structure, including, but not limited to, docks, of any kind upon project lands or waters is prohibited. Devices driven into the ground such as metal fence posts to assist with moorage is also prohibited.

There are different sized posts available but generally adding extra line posts is the better way to make a stronger fence.

Your joints contain fluid that helps keep them healthy and lubricated (like oil in a car). This “synovial fluid” contains gas (like carbonation in soft drinks). When an adjustment is made you may hear a noise. This is know as an “audible release” and is simply the release of gas in the joint much like when you open a can of soda.

That "cracking" sound is air, gas and fluid escaping from the joint. It is the same thing that happens when you crack your knuckles. The patient’s bones do NOT crack.

There are many factors that affect the life of a fence, including, local climate, soil conditions, and the materials used to name a few. You can expect a properly installed fence will last a long time as long as it is appropriately maintained. Your fence professional should be able to help you decide which type of fence will serve your needs best. BACK TO TOP

I will be commenting on YouTube videos and members, both old and new. I'll go back and forth between old favorites and new undiscovered gems. Most posts will contain at least one video, embedded in the post, and with a link to the video on YouTube. I'll also be doing interviews of YouTube members so that you can learn more about them!

Yes, look in static.doc and the USENET file distributed with Waffle for /spy=monitor. basically just have 'DEFAULT /spy=monitor' at the top of your waffle/system/usenet file, and you'll probably be ok (unless you drastically changed your 'forums' static file entry).

Posts are the individual questions or replies that people submit and threads are the series of posts in reply to the original post or question.

Tobacco use ranks as the number-one preventable cause of death in Ontario, responsible for 13,000 deaths each year. Tobacco-related diseases cost the Ontario economy approximately $1.6 billion in health care annually, $4.4 billion in productivity losses and account for at least 500,000 hospital days each year. The government committed, following its election in 2003, to strengthening tobacco control in Ontario.