How to attach Hardware cloth?

[osagebill88]

We stappled the wire down to hold it in place...then cut a piece of wood to cover over the edge of the wire and fastened it down with screws.

 

[MPLSHens]

I work at a hardware store, so materials and cost aren't a huge issue. Covering the edges with wood seems like a good idea, decorative too.

 

[CityChook]

HEY!

from the SW burbs!

I used washers and screws just because I like the way it looks. Very sturdy and clean.

Make sure you introduce yourself over at the "where are you" MN thread.

 

[davidr]

I agree with the wood over the edge of fence/cloth.

I used 1x2 over the edge, you can see it, if you look close.

David

 

[racuda]

The wood edge will keep you from being stuck and cut whenever you brush up against the edge of the wire.

 

[LynneP]

This is how we fastened ours:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/web/viewblog.php?id=7693-LynnePs_Run

 

[christy777]

This is my first ever post and I do not suggest using a staple gun to attach any barrier. I lost my 11 chicks at 4 weeks of age due to a raccoon that simply pulled the staples out that were holding a combination of chicken wire and hardware cloth to a wood frame (stapled to the exterior). It was the chicken wire that was pulled loose, but when I went to remove all the chicken wire (to totally start over), the hardware cloth also pulled away. I thought I had really secured everything and never dreamed those staples would pull out so easily. It is very disheartening but I do want to try again. This time I am not using any chicken wire, only hardware cloth. I really like the idea of using screws and washers. Great idea. I am reading all I can so any future chickens will be safe. I learn so much here!

 

[al6517]

I use a heavy duty bull nose nails/staples they are super strong and easy to nail, plus there is no need for additional materials.

AL

 

[joebryant]

Use fender washers, screws, and a drill, cordless if you have one.

 

[packmom]

OK - here's a little curve ball for all of you. I have 6' chain link fencing that will provide the 'backbone' of my fenced in chicken yard.

However, I want to add 1/2" hardware cloth to the lower part of the chain link for added protection.

Same 2 questions but different 'base' material: (1) what do I use to fasten the hardware cloth to the chain link with, and (2) inside or outside?

Thanks!