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What if the fence has to start from a wall? Here’s how to do it!

At Fenceshop, we frequently receive practical questions about how to install a fence in unconventional situations. One of the most common is about starting—or ending—a mesh from a wall instead of the classic post. It may seem like a trivial detail, but in reality, it’s one of the most common cases, especially when working on existing properties, gardens bounded by low walls, or fences that need to connect to masonry structures. Today, we want to explain in detail how to tackle this need in a simple, safe, and durable way.

Types of walls and initial considerations

First of all, it’s important to know that the type of wall from which the fence starts can vary: it may be stone, brick, concrete, or even a wall with thermal insulation. The fixing system will vary slightly according to the material, but the basic principle remains unchanged. The goal is to create a solid, well-aligned anchor point that can withstand the tension of the mesh and the support wires.

Required materials

• Metal rod: This can be galvanized, green coated, or another color, matching the mesh finish you are installing (for example, green for coated mesh, galvanized for galvanized mesh).
• Eye bolts: These are fastening elements inserted into the wall that allow you to hook the rod. There are specific anchors for each type of masonry, including walls with insulation (in this case, it’s essential that the anchor passes through the insulation and fixes to the real structural support underneath, such as concrete or bricks).
• Threaded rod: Useful in cases where a considerable thickness (like thermal insulation) must be crossed.
• Tension wires: Essential to keep the mesh taut and stable.

Step-by-step procedure

1. Positioning the eye bolts
   First, you need to install the eye bolts on the wall. The recommended distance between anchors is about 30–40 cm; for optimal hold, 25 cm is even better, as this reduces the risk of flexing or bulges in the mesh. The more anchors you use, the greater the stability of the attachment, especially since the tension from the mesh tends to pull the anchors forward, the direction in which they offer less resistance.

2. Using the rod
   Once the anchors are secured, insert the metal rod through all the eye bolts. The rod acts as a “virtual post” and becomes the starting (or ending) point of the mesh. If the eye bolts can be opened, you can insert the rod even if there are obstacles above the wall. Otherwise, you'll have to slip it in from the top.

3. Adjusting and fixing the rod
   If the rod tends to slip downward, you can temporarily block it with provisional ties. However, when you tighten the tension wires and the mesh itself, the pressure from the system will hold the rod firmly in the desired position.

4. Installing the mesh
   At this point, continue as with a normal fence: tie the mesh to the rod using tension wires and proceed with installation along the planned perimeter.

Practical tips and variations

• If the fence needs to connect to a stepped wall (common on sloping ground), just repeat the same technique on each step: cut rods to the required length, fix the eye bolts, and thus create anchor points even in complex situations.
• This method works for both welded mesh and chain link mesh, as both require a starting point that can handle the pull of tension wires.
• The system saves you both posts and brace arms, optimizing costs and reducing visual bulk.
• For insulated walls, we always recommend using long anchors that pass through the insulation layer and securely fix to the underlying structural support.

Why choose this solution?

This system is practical, economical, and adaptable to many needs. It allows you to avoid invasive works and is a great way to solve installation mistakes, as often happens on sports fields or stepped fences where sometimes posts are mistakenly placed at the high point instead of the low one. With this technique, you can always create a solid and secure anchoring point, even where it seemed impossible.

Conclusions and final suggestions

At Fenceshop, we always recommend carefully evaluating the spacing between the anchors and using quality materials suited for the type of wall in question. All the necessary products are available in our online store, along with many other tutorials and practical tips for fence installation.

If you have any questions or want to share your experience, leave a comment or contact us: our team is always available to help you find the best DIY fence solution for your needs.

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