11 Best Of How To Attach A Post To A Brick Wall HD Image Size. For wider frame boards drill two rows of holes along any board that comes in contact with the wall one 2 inches in from either long edge. Theyll be 10ft posts and will not need to support much more than their own weight if that makes a difference lattice string lights maybe a sun shade.
If the desired effect is to attach the fencing directly to the pillars one method is to rip a Trex post in half and use a 24 to mount it to the pillar. When it comes time to remodel your home these strong walls can seem like a hindrance. However you can cover or add to a brick wall by.
Ya I agree with subzJC you will break that brick up just drilling the holes and if it didnt there is no way that would give you a nice solid post for very long.
Drill the pilot holes using a hammer drill and masonry bit. As weve pointed out in other posts Trex is often used for perimeter fencing where the fence runs between brick pillars or other types masonry columns. Hold the wood in place and use a heavy hammer so the nails are driven into the brick. If the desired effect is to attach the fencing directly to the pillars one method is to rip a Trex post in half and use a 24 to mount it to the pillar.