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Frequently Asked Questions - Install Cladding
For a Type 3 NEETASCREEN® fence you will need:
2 standard posts, 2 standard post stiffeners, 2 NEETASCREEN® universal rails, 2 NEETASCREEN® infill sheets (1575 mm), 1 LYSAGHT® post cap, 14 self-drilling hex. head screws 10-16 x 16, 16 self-drilling hex. head screws 12-14 x 45, and 4 self-drilling hex. head long shank screws 12-24 x 32.
For a Type 3 NEETASCREEN PLUS® Fence you will need:
2 standard posts, 2 standard post stiffeners, 3 NEETASCREEN® universal rails, 2 NEETASCREEN® infill sheets (1575 mm), 1 lattice (1575 mm), 24 self-drilling hex. head screws 10-16 x 16, 16 self-drilling hex. head screws 12-14 x 45, 4 Super Teks Series 500 screws 12-24 x 32 and an optional post cover strip.
It is best not to touch up minor damage, such as scratches, with paint. Minor scratches will not affect the performance of your fence because the galvanised and aluminium/zinc coatings effectively protect any cut edges or scratches from corrosion.
Are detailed installation instructions available for LYSAGHT NEETASCREEN® fences for cyclonic areas?
Yes, the instructions for installing a LYSAGHT NEETASCREEN® fences for cyclonic areas can be downloaded in our brochure.
You will need 2 LYSAGHT NEETASCREEN® posts, 3 LYSAGHT NEETASCREEN® universal rails, 3 LYSAGHT NEETASCREEN® infill sheets, 1 lattice panel, 2 post infill strips, 26 self drilling fasteners and your choice of fence caps.
You will need 2 rectangular hollow section posts, 4 NEETALOK® brackets, 4 NEETALOK® raking adaptors if fence is to be raked, 2 NEETALOK® universal rails, 3 infill sheets (LYSAGHT TRIMDEK® 0.42 mm BMT), 2 domed caps for rectangular posts, 16 self-drilling hex. head screws 12-14 x 20, 24 self-drilling hex. head screws 12-14 x 45 and optional NEETALOK® standard posts for trims and LYSAGHT® posts.
You will need 2 standard LYSAGHT® fence posts, 2 CUSTOMSCREEN® universal rails, 3 CUSTOMSCREEN® infill sheets, 1 LYSAGHT® Post Cap, 17 self-drilling hex. head screws 10-16x16.
We can confidently say that our fences may be used all over Australia, except for the tropical cyclone regions (defined in AS1170.2 - 1989 SAA Loading Code, Part 2: Wind Loads). Installation methods will vary slightly, depending on your wind region, terrain category and soil type.
For cyclonic regions see:
LYSAGHT® Fences - Cyclonic Design and Installation Guide
You will need 2 SMARTASCREEN® fence posts, 1 SMARTASCREEN® bottom rail, 1 SMARTASCREEN® top rail, 3 fencing infill sheets, 14 self-drilling screws and your choice of post caps.
Yes, the LYSAGHT SMARTASCREEN® fencing system has been designed to fit into the existing post and rail system.
You will need 2 LYSAGHT SMARTASCREEN® posts, 3 LYSAGHT SMARTASCREEN® universal rails, 3 LYSAGHT SMARTASCREEN® infill sheets, 1 lattice panel, 2 post infill strips, 26 self drilling fasteners and your choice of fence caps.
Most fences feature galvanised steel posts and COLORBOND® steel infill sheets. Immersing the galvanised steel posts in concrete does not cause any corrosion problems but you should not allow the concrete to contact the rails or infill sheets of the fence. Check with your fencing supplier.
No. LYSAGHT® fencing has not been designed or tested for use in this application. It is highly likely the soil will cause corrosion of the COLORBOND® steel.
Yes. We have fully tested and evaluated our fence systems both in our NATA registered laboratory and using the latest computer modelling software. We can certify that they meet all relevant Australian Standards, including AS1538-1988 (Cold Formed Structures) & AS1170.2 (Wind Loading Code).
You will need 2 LYSAGHT® fence posts, 2 LYSAGHT MINISCREEN® universal rails, 1 LYSAGHT MINISCREEN® centre rail, 3 LYSAGHT MINISCREEN® infill sheets, 17 self drilling hex. head screws #10-16x16, 7 Ripple Tek® or RippleZip®** screws and your choice of fence caps.
**NOTE: Ripple Tek® is a registered trademark of ITW Buildex
You will need 2 LYSAGHT® fence posts, 3 LYSAGHT MINISCREEN® universal rails, 1 LYSAGHT MINISCREEN® centre rail, 3 LYSAGHT MINISCREEN® infill sheets, 1 lattice, 27 self drilling hex. head screws #10-16x16, 7 Ripple Tek® or RippleZip®** screws and your choice of fence caps, 2 post infill strips (optional)
**NOTE: Ripple Teks® is a registered trademark of ITW Buildex
COLORBOND® steel fences should not be installed within 1 kilometre of marine, severe industrial or other corrosive environments.