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How to Dig Post Holes & Install Posts

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The Finished Project: A Safe and Sturdy Arbor
How to Dig Post Holes & Install Posts

The finished product: a beautiful, stable arbor.

Photo © Lisa Hallett Taylor
Remove spacers, unclamp 2x4s last used in Step 8, clear away loose concrete. Fill holes with dirt and proceed to put in groundcover, pavers, plants, or whatever else you have in mind. Enjoy your arbor, knowing the posts have been imbedded securely into the ground. Congratulations -- you did it!

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