I have had a lot of trouble keeping the windscreen up on my fence. It seems like if we have a good strong wind, my windscreen comes off the fence. I am using regular zip ties. Does anyone have any other suggestions????
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C Clips. Get them and the special tool at your local hardware store.
Exactly how do C clips work?
Well they start out as a "c" and end up like an "o"
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Thanks!
If you permanently attach the windscreen you need to make sure your fence poles are well-footed (is that the term?). If the ties don't break there is a danger of your fence coming down I've found out.
But if the posts aren't in deep and solid the wind blowing into the windscreen and fence (trapping w/screen against the fence) will have the same effect.
But if the posts aren't in deep and solid the wind blowing into the windscreen and fence (trapping w/screen against the fence) will have the same effect.
These C clips are also known as "hog rings".
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And don't use these...
...all you'll end up with is your screen on the ground and greasy fingers.
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And don't use these...
...all you'll end up with is your screen on the ground and greasy fingers.
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I have had good luck using a heavier 120# tinsil along the top and 40# down the sides and along the bottom. The heavy duty keeps the screen in place and the 40 #'s allow some flex or snap in stronger winds. you may occasionally have to replace the 40's but the 120's hold the screen in place. make sure to purchase the UV protected ones, I usually purchase from McMaster Carr online @ mcmaster.com.