Home > How To Library > Step-by-Step How-Tos Videos > Lawn & Garden > Walls & Fences > How to Build a Wooden Lattice Screen

How to Build a Wooden Lattice Screen

Print VersionBookmarkEmail this page to a friend.
Watch the Video of this Step By Step. Watch Video

DIFFICULTY RATING: (2 out of 5 - Easy)

This western red cedar lattice fencing was a one-day project designed to screen the home recycling center. Western red cedar is naturally weather-resistant and repels insects, making it a perfect choice for this outdoor project. Download PDF Plans
Step 1: Project overview.
This western red cedar fencing is built using two 8-foot 4 X 4s as posts. Two 2 X 4s have dado slots cut to receive 3/4-inch tongue-and-groove boards, which are cut from 8-foot lengths. The two 4 X 4 posts have dado slots cut into them, as well, which will secure the boards. The lattice top is made from 3/4-inch X 1 1/2-inch stock ripped from a 6-foot length of 1 X 6.
Western red cedar was chosen for its naturally resistant properties.

Step 1 of 11 (View Full Step by Step)


Brad nails (Buy) Dado blade (Buy)
Drill (Buy) Forstner bit (Buy)
Lag bolts, 1/4-inch (Buy) Level (Buy)
Nailer (Buy) Socket set (Buy)
Table saw (Buy) Western red cedar copper-topped post caps (Buy)
Western red cedar stock (Buy)
Always wear eye protection when drilling and using power tools. Follow the safety instructions that came with the table saw.

Watch the Video of this
Step by Step.

Watch Video

Text by Benjamin Hardy
BobVila.com






About  | Press Room  | FAQ  | Contact  | Sitemap  | Privacy Policy  | Terms of Use  | Help

© 2009 BobVila.com