WEST VIRGINIA SPLIT RAIL
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West Virginia Split Rail “The Original”
Untreated with Locust Post
Product Summary
The locust fence post was first put into commission by the early Appalachian settlers
because of its superb strength and unsurpassed resistance to decay. This classic fence has
been used for generations in the wild Appalachians and today lends itself to the rustic
appeal of the home and farm landscape.
Produced with the same meticulous care as the hand-split rail fences of the pioneers, this
fence creates an aura of quaint charm in any landscape setting.
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P O Box 9 Buckhannon, WV 26201
PH: 800-624-3110 FAX: (304)472-9206
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEB SITE: HTTP://WWW.WVSR.COM
WEST VIRGINIA SPLIT RAIL
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West Virginia Split Rail with Locust Post
Specifications:
Post Description
Shipping
Weight
Average
Girth
Approx. Size
2 Hole Line
48 lbs.
18"
3" x 6" x 64" or 72"
2 Hole End &
Corner
42 lbs.
16"
4" x 4" x 64" or 72"
3 Hole Line
55 lbs.
18"
3" x 6" x 84"
3 Hole End &
Corner
48 lbs.
16"
4" x 4" x 84"
4 Hole Line
75 lbs.
18"
3" x 6" x 96"
4 Hole End &
Corner
75 lbs.
16"
4" x 4" x 96"
Rail Description
Shipping Weight Average Girth Approx. Size
Economy 8' Rail 20 lbs.
10"
Triangular
Standard 11' Rail 30 lbs.
13"
Triangular
Shipping Specifications:
All Line Posts
49 pcs. per unit
All End Posts
16 pcs. per unit
All Corner Posts
16 pcs. per unit
Economy & Standard Rails
100 pcs. per unit
Truckloads:
1450 - 1550 pieces depending upon product mix
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P O Box 9 Buckhannon, WV 26201
PH: 800-624-3110 FAX: (304)472-9206
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEB SITE: HTTP://WWW.WVSR.COM
WEST VIRGINIA SPLIT RAIL
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Treated West Virginia Split Rail
with Pine Post
Product Summary
From rustic Appalachia comes a split rail fence like no other, skilled craftsmen draw out
the strength and beauty of Appalachian poplar, Yellow and Red Pine, with the same eye
to quality as the early settlers of West Virginia. These trees are ideally suited to this
application. Used for many years in West Virginia Split Rail, the species have proven
themselves to be an excellent fencing material. Because the species are highly receptive
to the treating process it makes an ideal pressure treated split rail post. To increase their
longevity the posts are pressure treated to ground contact retention. The rails are treated
to above ground retention. The pressure treating process forces the preservatives into the
wood fibers changing the characteristics of the wood so that it is highly resistant to attack
of rot, decay and insects. The treatment leaves no odor or residue, just natural wood grain
beauty with a light green hue. This product carries a lifetime warranty from the
manufacturer, WVSR.
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P O Box 9 Buckhannon, WV 26201
PH: 800-624-3110 FAX: (304)472-9206
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEB SITE: HTTP://WWW.WVSR.COM
WEST VIRGINIA SPLIT RAIL
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Treated West Virginia Split Rail with Pine Post
Specifications:
Post Description
Shipping
Weight
Average
Girth
Approx. Size
2 Hole Line
25 lbs.
18"
3" x 6" x 64"
2 Hole End
&Corner
25 lbs.
16"
4" x 4" x 64"
3 Hole Line
35 lbs.
18"
3" x 6" x 84"
3 Hole End &
Corner
35 lbs.
16"
4" x 4" x 84"
4 Hole Line
40 lbs.
18"
3" x 6" x 96"
4 Hole End &
Corner
40 lbs.
16"
4" x 4" x 96"
Rail Description
Shipping Weight
Average Girth
Approx. Size
Economy 8' Rail
20 lbs.
10"
Triangular
Standard 11' Rail
30 lbs.
13"
Triangular
Shipping Specifications:
All Line Posts
49 pcs. per unit
All End Posts
16 pcs. per unit
All Corner Posts
16 pcs. per unit
Economy & Standard Rails
100 pcs. per unit
Truckloads:
1400 - 1600 pieces depending upon product mix and drying after treatment
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P O Box 9 Buckhannon, WV 26201
PH: 800-624-3110 FAX: (304)472-9206
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEB SITE: HTTP://WWW.WVSR.COM
WEST VIRGINIA SPLIT RAIL
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Treated West Virginia Split Rail
with Poplar Post
Product Summary
From rustic Appalachia comes a split rail fence like no other, skilled craftsmen draw out
the strength and beauty of Appalachian poplar with the same eye to quality as the early
settlers of West Virginia. Appalachian poplar is ideally suited to this application. Used
for many years in West Virginia Split Rail, the species has proven itself to be an excellent
fencing material. Because the species is highly receptive to the treating process it makes
an ideal pressure treated split rail post. To increase their longevity the posts are pressure
treated to ground contact retention. The rails are treated to above ground retention. The
pressure treating process forces the preservatives into the wood fibers changing the
characteristics of the wood so that it is highly resistant to attack of rot, decay and insects.
The treatment leaves no odor or residue, just natural wood grain beauty with a light green
hue.
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P O Box 9 Buckhannon, WV 26201
PH: 800-624-3110 FAX: (304)472-9206
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEB SITE: HTTP://WWW.WVSR.COM
WEST VIRGINIA SPLIT RAIL
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Snake Rails
Product Summary
West Virginia Split Rail found its origin in the tradition of hand split logs into rails.
These were stacked in the style depicted in the picture and found at National Civil War
Parks such as Gettysburg.
When you want the historical look and feel of Early America, this is the fence for you.
Specifications:
Rail Description
Shipping Weight
Average Girth
Approx. Size
11' PT Poplar Snake Rail
37 lbs.
14"
Triangular
11' Oak Snake Rail
55 lbs.
14"
Triangular with Bark
Shipping Specifications:
Snake Rails
50 pcs. per unit
Truckloads:
Poplar - 28 Units - 1400 pieces.
Oak – 17 Units – 850 pieces
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P O Box 9 Buckhannon, WV 26201
PH: 800-624-3110 FAX: (304)472-9206
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEB SITE: HTTP://WWW.WVSR.COM
WEST VIRGINIA SPLIT RAIL
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Pressure Treated Golf Course
and Guard Rail Posts
Product Summary
The Golf Course Path fence combines economy with landscape. The picture above
depicts a scene at the Stonewall Resort, Roanoke, West Virginia on an Arnold Palmer
Signature Course. Their use of this product around the greens, tees, and along the
fairways provides a natural setting and enhances the landscape architecture.
This product is not only the best value per linear foot, it also reduces the damage to golf
carts cause by concrete curbs. It is simply the best!
Beauty, Value, and very low Maintenance cost.
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P O Box 9 Buckhannon, WV 26201
PH: 800-624-3110 FAX: (304)472-9206
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEB SITE: HTTP://WWW.WVSR.COM
WEST VIRGINIA SPLIT RAIL
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Pressure Treated Locust Golf Course and Guard Rail Posts
Specifications Golf Course Path post:
POST
DESCRIPTION
SHIPPING
WEIGHT
AVERAGE
GIRTH
APPROX.
SIZE
1 Hole Line
15 lbs.
16" - 18"
3" x 6" x 36"
1 Hole End
15 lbs.
16" - 18"
4" x 4" x 36"
1 Hole Corner
15 lbs.
16" - 18"
4" x 4" x 36"
Guard Rail Post:
POST
DESCRIPTION
SHIPPING
WEIGHT
AVERAGE
GIRTH
APPROX.
SIZE
1 Hole Line
25 lbs.
16" - 18"
3" x 6" x 64"
1 Hole End
25 lbs.
16" - 18"
4" x 4" x 64"
1 Hole Corner
25 lbs.
16" - 18"
4" x 4" x 64"
Rail Description:
Economy 8' Rail
20 lbs.
10"
Triangular
Shipping Specifications
All Line Posts
98 pcs. per unit
All End and Corner Posts
32 pcs. per unit
All Rails
100 pcs. per unit
Truckloads:
1,470 3' posts + 1,500 8' rails \ 2,500 8' rails
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P O Box 9 Buckhannon, WV 26201
PH: 800-624-3110 FAX: (304)472-9206
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEB SITE: HTTP://WWW.WVSR.COM
WEST VIRGINIA SPLIT RAIL
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Treated West Virginia Split Rail with Poplar Post
Specifications:
Post Description
Shipping Weight
Average Girth
Approx. Size
2 Hole Line
25 lbs.
18"
3" x 6" x 64"
2 Hole End &Corner
25 lbs.
16"
4" x 4" x 64"
3 Hole Line
35 lbs.
18"
3" x 6" x 84"
3 Hole End & Corner
35 lbs.
16"
4" x 4" x 84"
4 Hole Line
40 lbs.
18"
3" x 6" x 96"
4 Hole End & Corner
40 lbs.
16"
4" x 4" x 96"
Rail
Description
Shipping
Weight
Average
Girth
Approx. Size
Economy 8'
Rail
20 lbs.
10"
Triangular
Standard 11'
Rail
30 lbs.
13"
Triangular
Diamond 11'
Rail
40 lbs.
14"
3 1/2" x 3 1/2" Square
Shipping Specifications:
All Line Posts
49 pcs. per unit
All End Posts
32 pcs. per unit
All Corner Posts
32 pcs. per unit
Economy & Standard Rails
100 pcs. per unit
Diamond Rails
99 pcs. per unit
Truckloads:
1400 - 1600 pieces depending upon product mix and drying after treatment
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P O Box 9 Buckhannon, WV 26201
PH: 800-624-3110 FAX: (304)472-9206
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEB SITE: HTTP://WWW.WVSR.COM
WEST VIRGINIA SPLIT RAIL
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Pressure Treated Gates
Product Summary
These versatile and attractive gates are the perfect match for West Virginia Split Rail
fence. Durable and maintenance free, these rustic gates add the finishing touch to any
span of fence.
Specifications:
Gates are available in either two or three rail style
Description
Size (Width x
Height)
Bundle
Size
Shipping Weight
Walk Gates
42" x 48"
10
40 lbs. each
400 lbs. / bundle
Lawn Tractor
Gates
60" x 48"
10
55 lbs. each
550 lbs. / bundle
Driveway Gates
72" x 48"
10
70 lbs each
700 lbs. / bundle
Other sizes available on special order.
Shipping Specifications:
Each gate can be shipped LTL or top-loaded on trailer load.
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P O Box 9 Buckhannon, WV 26201
PH: 800-624-3110 FAX: (304)472-9206
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEB SITE:HTTP://WWW.WVSR.COM
WEST VIRGINIA SPLIT RAIL
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Good Fences Make Good Neighbors
How to Install West Virginia Split Rail Fencing
1. Lay out the corners and ends of the fence and set these posts to correct height,
partially back fill for stability.
2. Stretch a string from the ends to line up each post.
3. Dig first line post hole about 10’ 4” from starting corner, install this post and rails
and repeat until complete.
***(NOTE): 10’ 4” distance is approximate. DO NOT dig all postholes in advance,
they may vary slightly.***
4. If the distance that the fence covers cannot be worked in multiples of 10’ 4”, then
the distance between the last two posts will be less than rail length and the rails
must be cut off. Allow enough length to put a new scarf on the rail by use of a chain
saw or hatchet.
NOTE: To compensate for short rails you may want to divide the shortage by reducing
the length of rails on both the first and last sections. If this is not required then we
recommend that the short section be in a less conspicuous place.
Setting Posts
Dig hole 24" to 30" deep, plus 4" extra for a rock or gravel fill for drainage.
Exact depth will be dependent on how high you want the first rail above the
ground.
2. Put 4" of rock or gravel in posthole, set post, add dirt and compact. Do not
finish setting post until next section of post, plus rail, is installed.
3. Compact the back fill by tamping and sloping it away from the post for
drainage.
West Virginia Split Rail proves itself in ease of installation. There is no butting of
rails into posts, eliminating exact post setting. The 6" lap on each end of our West
Virginia Split Rail will allow for irregularities in post setting without detracting
from the overall finished appearance.
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P O Box 9 Buckhannon, WV 26201
PH: 800-624-3110 FAX: (304)472-9206
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEB SITE: HTTP://WWW.WVSR.COM
WEST VIRGINIA SPLIT RAIL
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Snake Rail Construction and Estimating
This traditional historic fencing is built strictly with the 11’ rail that is not
tapered or sawn but actually split with a machine. This method gives the rails a
hand split appearance, as in the days of Abraham Lincoln.
The actual length of a section is only 7’ after allowing the overlap at each end and
the angle, as it snakes back and forth. Recommended section height requires
different quantities of rails for each section. Minimum Height is 35” and requires 5
rails per 7’ linear section. Example: 700’ linear is 100 sections, which requires 500
rails. Standard height is 42” and requires 6 rails per 7’ linear section. Example:
350’ linear is 50 sections, which requires 300 rails. Historical Height is 49” and
requires 7 rails per 7’ linear, plus one cross brace rail per section. Example: 1400’
linear is 200 sections and requires 8 rails per section for a total of 1600 rails.
This is a special order item and must be ordered in bundles of 50 pieces. It is best
to place a 5”x 8” stone paver or bricks at the joints of each section to hold the
bottom rail off the ground. This fencing has that traditional beauty that has
endeared itself thru the centuries.
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P O Box 9 Buckhannon, WV 26201
PH: 800-624-3110 FAX: (304)472-9206
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEB SITE: HTTP://WWW.WVSR.COM
WVSR INC. LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY CERTIFICATE
FOR WEST VIRGINIA SPLIT RAIL FENCING WITH TREATED PINE
POSTS
WVSR INC, subject to the conditions and limitations listed herein,
warrants their pressure treated West Virginia Split Rail fence with pine
posts to be free from natural attrition due to decomposition for the
lifetime to the original owner with proof of purchase. This warranty is
not transferable.
This warranty is the sole obligation of WVSR, INC. If the pressure
treated West Virginia Split Rail fence with pine post is defective due to
decomposition, WVSR has the option to replace, free of charge, any
such product or to reimburse claimant for the original purchase price.
WVSR, INC. shall in no event be liable for the expenses or charges in
connection with shipping, installing or otherwise working with the
original or replacement product.
WVSR, INC. shall have no liability, under this warranty, for defects
caused by abuse, improper installation or improper use; nor does this
warranty apply to the natural tendency of some wood to check, twist
or discolor.
WVSR, INC. reserves the right to discontinue or modify the pressure
treated West Virginia Split Rail fence with pine post, however the
warranty remains in effect.
This warranty shall not cover any incidental damage of any kind to
persons, property or livestock. Notices of claim must be sent to:
Warranty Claims, WVSR, Inc. P O Box 9, Buckhannon, WV 26201.
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P O Box 9 Buckhannon, WV 26201
PH: 800-624-3110 FAX: (304)472-9206
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEB SITE: HTTP://WWW.WVSR.COM