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===Preparing the Frames and Lattice=== | ===Preparing the Frames and Lattice=== | ||
#Remove any old lattice with a flat pry bar. Be careful not to damage the porch, deck, or support columns when removing existing lattice. | #Remove any old lattice with a flat pry bar. Be careful not to damage the porch, deck, or support columns when removing existing lattice. | ||
| − | #*Cut the lattice into pieces with a reciprocating saw if you are having trouble removing it. This will make it easier.<ref>http://www.elledecor.com/home-remodeling/how-to-replace-a-porch-lattice#slide-1</ref> | + | #*Cut the lattice into pieces with a reciprocating saw if you are having trouble removing it. This will make it easier.<ref name="rf1">http://www.elledecor.com/home-remodeling/how-to-replace-a-porch-lattice#slide-1</ref> |
#*You can also use a small carpenters cat's paw, which will help pry off small nails. If the old lattice is stapled, find a screwdriver with a blade just wide enough to fit onto the staple. Gently pry it off. | #*You can also use a small carpenters cat's paw, which will help pry off small nails. If the old lattice is stapled, find a screwdriver with a blade just wide enough to fit onto the staple. Gently pry it off. | ||
#Make sure nothing is living under your deck or porch. Do not install new lattice without making sure there are no animals living underneath your deck. | #Make sure nothing is living under your deck or porch. Do not install new lattice without making sure there are no animals living underneath your deck. | ||
| − | #*If you find animals, encourage them to leave by allowing as much light in as possible. Also, let your water hose run next to the deck. This will encourage the animals to leave because they like dark, dry, and quiet areas to nest in.<ref>http://homeguides.sfgate.com/keep-animals-going-under-deck-92846.html</ref> | + | #*If you find animals, encourage them to leave by allowing as much light in as possible. Also, let your water hose run next to the deck. This will encourage the animals to leave because they like dark, dry, and quiet areas to nest in.<ref name="rf2">http://homeguides.sfgate.com/keep-animals-going-under-deck-92846.html</ref> |
#*Avoid using traps or poison as that may kill any non-target animals or kill an animal in an unreachable place. | #*Avoid using traps or poison as that may kill any non-target animals or kill an animal in an unreachable place. | ||
#*You may be able to find a volunteer group that will relocate wildlife. Call your local or state fish and game office or city animal control to learn about options in your area. If you can't find a volunteer, you may be able to hire a professional wildlife removal service. | #*You may be able to find a volunteer group that will relocate wildlife. Call your local or state fish and game office or city animal control to learn about options in your area. If you can't find a volunteer, you may be able to hire a professional wildlife removal service. | ||
#Gather the materials needed to make frames for the lattice. You will screw the lattice to the frames, and then you will attach the frames to the house. Be sure to use rust-proof hardware and fasteners. | #Gather the materials needed to make frames for the lattice. You will screw the lattice to the frames, and then you will attach the frames to the house. Be sure to use rust-proof hardware and fasteners. | ||
| − | #Calculate the dimensions of the lattice frames. Measure the openings between the support columns or posts of the deck or porch. The completed frames should be 1/2 inch narrower than the overall width and 1 inch shorter than the height of the openings.<ref | + | #Calculate the dimensions of the lattice frames. Measure the openings between the support columns or posts of the deck or porch. The completed frames should be 1/2 inch narrower than the overall width and 1 inch shorter than the height of the openings.<ref name="rf1" /> |
| − | #*If you install the lattice flush to the ground, the framing can buckle and snag leaves.<ref>http://homeguides.sfgate.com/install-framed-lattice-panel-onto-deck-post-29863.html</ref> | + | #*If you install the lattice flush to the ground, the framing can buckle and snag leaves.<ref name="rf3">http://homeguides.sfgate.com/install-framed-lattice-panel-onto-deck-post-29863.html</ref> |
#Make the four perimeter pieces for the lattice frames. Use a circular or jigsaw to cut 1-by-6 inch lumber to a length of 4 1/2-feet or to your required measured length. | #Make the four perimeter pieces for the lattice frames. Use a circular or jigsaw to cut 1-by-6 inch lumber to a length of 4 1/2-feet or to your required measured length. | ||
#Cut a center stile for each frame. Cut the center stiles the same length as the shorter edges of the frames using 1-by-4 inch lumber. | #Cut a center stile for each frame. Cut the center stiles the same length as the shorter edges of the frames using 1-by-4 inch lumber. | ||
| − | #Assemble the frames. Lay the frame pieces face down and assemble them. Attach a 6-inch mending plate and a 3 1/2-inch flat corner brace to each corner joint of the frame. Attach the hardware approximately 1/4 inch from the edges of the frames using 3/4-inch flathead screws. <ref>http://www.elledecor.com/home-remodeling/how-to-replace-a-porch-lattice#slide-2</ref> | + | #Assemble the frames. Lay the frame pieces face down and assemble them. Attach a 6-inch mending plate and a 3 1/2-inch flat corner brace to each corner joint of the frame. Attach the hardware approximately 1/4 inch from the edges of the frames using 3/4-inch flathead screws. <ref name="rf4">http://www.elledecor.com/home-remodeling/how-to-replace-a-porch-lattice#slide-2</ref> |
#*Make sure you work on a flat, sturdy surface to put together the frames | #*Make sure you work on a flat, sturdy surface to put together the frames | ||
| − | #Attach a center stile to each frame. Use two 4-inch T-plates, making sure that the plate is centered on the support piece. Position the T-plates about ¼ inch from the edge of the frame. Use 3/4-inch screws to secure them. <ref>http://www.elledecor.com/home-remodeling/how-to-replace-a-porch-lattice#slide-3</ref> | + | #Attach a center stile to each frame. Use two 4-inch T-plates, making sure that the plate is centered on the support piece. Position the T-plates about ¼ inch from the edge of the frame. Use 3/4-inch screws to secure them. <ref name="rf5">http://www.elledecor.com/home-remodeling/how-to-replace-a-porch-lattice#slide-3</ref> |
| − | #Cut the lattice panels to fit each frame using a sabre or circular saw. Lay the frames face down. Attach a piece of lattice to each frame using 1-inch pan head screws driven through washers.<ref>http://www.elledecor.com/home-remodeling/how-to-replace-a-porch-lattice#slide-4</ref> | + | #Cut the lattice panels to fit each frame using a sabre or circular saw. Lay the frames face down. Attach a piece of lattice to each frame using 1-inch pan head screws driven through washers.<ref name="rf6">http://www.elledecor.com/home-remodeling/how-to-replace-a-porch-lattice#slide-4</ref> |
| − | #*Allow a 1/ 4-inch gap on all sides between the edge of the frame and lattice. This lets the lattice to expand and contract when the weather changes. This will prevent the lattice from buckling.<ref>http://www.homedepot.com/catalog/pdfImages/9b/9bb42d8d-4d33-4664-9a39-d8bb58eab87f.pdf</ref> | + | #*Allow a 1/ 4-inch gap on all sides between the edge of the frame and lattice. This lets the lattice to expand and contract when the weather changes. This will prevent the lattice from buckling.<ref name="rf7">http://www.homedepot.com/catalog/pdfImages/9b/9bb42d8d-4d33-4664-9a39-d8bb58eab87f.pdf</ref> |
#Secure the seam between two pieces of lattice. The two pieces of lattice will form a seam on the center stile. Screw 1-inch (2.54 cm) pan head screws with washers to each of the lattice panels where they meet at the center stile. Make two rows of screws, drilling them at each point the lattices meet. | #Secure the seam between two pieces of lattice. The two pieces of lattice will form a seam on the center stile. Screw 1-inch (2.54 cm) pan head screws with washers to each of the lattice panels where they meet at the center stile. Make two rows of screws, drilling them at each point the lattices meet. | ||
