Wood Lap Rails - Hemlock/Spruce
Item # W-RAIL-LR-HEM
Details
Details
Often called 'split rail fence', West Virginia Lap Rail is not truly split when made; it is cut at a sawmill. One side of the Spruce or Hemlock rail is often 'half-round' while the other side shows where the rail was put through a saw. Typically the half-round side is faced out and the cut-side in. WV lap rail utilizes Locust posts. These posts are also run through a sawmill; the inside and outside of the post is often cut and the sides may be cut or be a natural half-round. WV lap rail fence is very rustic in appearance. Each rail and post come in a slightly different size and shape. WV lap rail is available in a two rail (approx. 36" high) and a three rail (approx. 48" high) style. Rails are 11' long and overlap through the posts to make 10"-3" to 10'-6" post centers.
Advantages - WV lap rail fence is one of the most cost effective styles for defining boundaries, decorating property, and fencing in livestock and horses. Lap rail fencing is also one of, if not the easiest style of fence to install making it an ideal project for the do-it-yourselfer. Posts are typically set directly in the ground approx. 24-30" deep without any concrete. A tamping bar is used to compact the dirt around the post while backfilling.
Disadvantages - It is typical to have to retamp posts plumb after the ground settles around post so that the fence remains upright. This is especially true if the fence is installed in a wet area or it was wet when the fence was originally installed. Pouring gravel around the posts instead of backfilling with dirt will help prevent posts from leaning under the heavy weight of the rails. Fence requires a preservative for the longest-lasting performance, however most installations are never treated.
ORDERING NOTES:
West Virginia Lap Rail Fence is style that is component driven. Most wood fence styles utilize fence panels, but this rustic style is made up of individual posts and rail. This fence is readily available in 2-Rail and 3-Rail styles.
A complete section of 2-Rail fence would include (2) Posts, and (2) Rails. A 3-Rail section would include (2) Posts and (3) Rails.
Specifications
Specifications
Customer Photos
Customer Photos
Here are some great pictures from a customer of ours in Kirtland, Ohio of some 3-Rail West Virginia Lap Rail Fence that was installed using our Hemlock Rails and Locust Posts. Great job guys!
Here are some great pictures from a customer of ours in Kirtland, Ohio of some stack rail battlefield fence that was installed using our Hemlock Rails. This style of fence requires no holes to be drilled, and are simply stacked on top of one another, and sometimes nailed/pinned together. Great job guys!
Here are some great photos from our customer Tim over in New Jersey who installed these aluminum safety railings on the platforms for the locks on this lake. The railings were built using an array of Kee Lite Fittings and Aluminum Sch40 Tubing. He also installed the West Virginia Lap Rail Fence.
- KL-L10-8 - Kee Lite Type L10 - Single Socket Tee - 1-1/2"
- KL-L15-8 - Kee Lite Type L15 - 90 degree Elbow - 1-1/2"
- KL-L20-8 - Kee Lite Type L20 - Side Outlet Elbow - 1-1/2"
- KL-L21-8 - Kee Lite Type L21 - Side Outlet Tee - 1-1/2"
- KL-L25-8 - Kee Lite Type L25 - Three Socket Tee - 1-1/2"
- KL-L26-8 - Kee Lite Type L26 - Two Socket Cross - 1-1/2"
- KL-LM50-8 - Kee Lite Type LM50 - Male Single Socket Member - 1-1/2"
- KL-L62-8 - Kee Lite Type L62 - Standard Railing Flange - 1-1/2"
- KL-L69-8 - Kee Lite Type L69 - Railing Flange with Toeboard Adapter - 1-1/2"
The project looks wonderful Tim - thank you for sharing!
Here are some photos of a recent installation where we paired the West Virginia Lap Rail wood fence with a brown chain link fence in order to contain the homeowners dogs. The brown chain link compliments the wood installation and provides the added security for this special situation. This is a great example of the versatility of both chain link and split rail fence styles.
Truckload of WV Lap Rail
Unloading Truck of WV Lap Rail
Full Bundle of Rails on Truck
Full Bundles of Posts and Rails at Our Warehouse
Customer Comment:
I just took delivery on my order and I wanted to tell you how pleased I am in the quality of the lumber. I really appreciate Hoover Fence working with me on this relatively small order. I also want to thank the driver (I didn't get his name) who took a lot of time to skillfully back his flatbed into my narrow street so we could unload directly onto my utility trailer at the top of my driveway. I intend to e-mail you a picture of the completed fence.
Thanks again.
Ron V. - Talladega, AL
3 rail locust posts and spruce rails located in Champion, Ohio. Installed by Chad Hoover, Jim Beutler and Bobcat, who installed over 5000' here and elsewhere in less than 6 days!
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Fast shipping, great quality!
This is the second time weve used Hoover Fence! Fast shipping, great quality, and perfect amount of material!
They will not let you pick out your.. 
They will not let you pick out your post and rails, you have to accept what they give you .
Everything was good l will call with..
Everything was good l will call with another order, thank you.
High quality
High quality. Quality people.
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Professional and fast shipping!
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