How to Install Line Post Brackets on Wood Posts
Once your end posts are drilled and hardware is installed, it’s time to move down the fence line.
In Episode 6 of the Cameo™ Fence Skill Builder Series, Clayton demonstrates how to install line post brackets on wood posts quickly, cleanly, and consistently.
This is one of the fastest steps in the installation process — when done correctly.
Why Line Post Brackets Matter
Line post brackets:
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Hold your Cameo strands at consistent spacing
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Maintain alignment along the entire fence run
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Keep tension clean and uniform
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Improve overall fence appearance
If brackets are uneven, your wire lines will show it immediately.
Precision here creates professional results.
Before You Start
All posts should already be:
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Set at 52 inches
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Flowing naturally with the terrain
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Properly spaced (typically 12 feet apart)
The 52-inch height is critical — it allows the Cameo story pole to work perfectly without adjustment.
Tools Required
This step is refreshingly simple.
You only need:
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Drill
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1/4-inch nut driver
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Cameo story pole
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Line post brackets
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Screws
That’s it.
Step 1: Center the Story Pole
Place the story pole directly on top of the wood post.
Make sure it is:
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Fully seated
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Centered properly
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Aligned straight with the fence run
The story pole automatically aligns bracket spacing based on the Cameo system.
No tape measure needed.
No recalculating heights.
Step 2: Insert the First Bracket
With the story pole in place:
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Insert a bracket into the designated slot.
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Grab two screws.
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Start installing from the bottom bracket first.
Why Start From the Bottom?
Clayton prefers starting at the bottom because:
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It ensures you’re centered from the base upward.
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It prevents cumulative alignment errors.
Consistency builds upward.
Step 3: Work Your Way Up
Continue installing brackets one by one as you move up the post.
Each bracket:
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Slides into the story pole guide
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Receives two screws
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Locks into position cleanly
Because the story pole handles spacing, installation becomes:
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Fast
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Repeatable
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Nearly mistake-proof
Step 4: Remove the Story Pole
Once all brackets are installed:
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Remove the story pole.
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Inspect alignment.
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Confirm screws are snug (not over-tightened).
Your line post is now ready to receive Cameo and Cameo Pulse lines.
Why This System Works
The combination of:
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52-inch post height
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Pre-marked story pole
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Bottom-up bracket installation
Creates a system that:
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Eliminates measurement errors
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Speeds up installation
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Maintains uniform wire spacing
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Produces professional-level results
This is why Cameo installs feel clean and consistent across long fence runs.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Not centering the story pole
❌ Starting at the top instead of the bottom
❌ Over-driving screws
❌ Forgetting to ensure posts follow terrain
❌ Installing brackets without the story pole
The story pole is what makes this system efficient.
What’s Next?
Now that:
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End posts are drilled and hardware installed
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Line post brackets are installed
You’re ready to start pulling and tensioning your Cameo™ strands.
Each episode builds on the last — turning what seems complex into a streamlined, repeatable installation process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What height should wood posts be set for Cameo fencing?
Posts should be set at 52 inches to align perfectly with the Cameo story pole and ensure consistent bracket spacing.
What tool is needed to install line post brackets?
A drill with a 1/4-inch nut driver is all that’s required.
Why use a story pole for bracket installation?
The story pole ensures consistent spacing between lines, eliminates measuring errors, and speeds up installation.
How many screws are used per bracket?
Each bracket is secured with two screws.
Should I start installing brackets from the top or bottom?
Start from the bottom and work upward. This helps maintain consistent alignment and centering.
Do I need to measure each bracket height?
No. The story pole handles all spacing automatically.
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