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2d attempt at my woven wire enclosure fence at the back of my property. First one lasted 7 years with no bracing on three of the cornerposts. Took me 15 min to find you this morning, what a treat - thank you so much. There's no way a how-to video like this one can be beat. Thanks again

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I have hilly ground and about 500 feet of Red Brand 4 foot welded wire fabric. How about some tips for stretching 4 foot horse fence over uneven ground?

Hi Mark, 
 
Uneven ground always presents a challenge, especially if you're installing welded wire mesh. Woven fences have an inherent flexibility that makes them easier to work with on rolling terrain. 
 
In situations where the gradient change is significant, it would be a good idea to cut the mesh rather than trying to bend it to fit. On a steep grade you can cut the mesh into panels so that the fence "steps" down the slope. You would stretch each individual section. Keep in mind that it is important not to over tighten a welded mesh. The welds may pop under too much tension. 
 
I hope this has been of some help. Please contact us if you have further questions.

Question? Why is it recommended not to use 4"x4" landscape posts when installing wire fencing ??

Thank you for your question. Pressure treated southern white pine will give you the longest lifetime. In general, landscaping ties usually don't have the same amount of preservative. And the species of wood may be different. This means that the useful lifetime of such posts will be less.