How to mount posts to metal fence?

[chippa]

I have got a barrier net to stop the kids’ balls going over the fence and am looking for advice on the best way to mount it to our metal fence.

The posts are 30mm and have some pre-drilled holes, but I’m not sure what sort of screw to use.

I also planned to attach the posts to the fence posts but not sure which part of the fence posts to aim for.

Attached photo of examples of what I’m trying to achieve.

 

[Jewelleryrescue]

Hi @chippa 

Well  your photo shows exactly what you need to do ie place the net up right against the fence post  and  use metal self drilling screws 50mm long to go through 30mm net pole and into fence post  + 20mm use counter sink heads if you wish if they lock into the net poles pre drilled holes

Zenith 10G x 50mm Galvanised Countersunk Head Metal Screws - 12 Pack I/N: 2420343

$4.95

Color bond posts join together back to back two C  shapes so drill any where into the posts sides and the screw will be hidden inside the post and not sticking out  the other side. 

Use a minimum of 2-3  screws per post. The top rail hex screws may get in the way take them out if you have too.

[MitchellMc]

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @chippa. It's brilliant to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about mounting items to a Colorbond fence.

Look like @Jewelleryrescue has already provided the answer of using Zenith 10G x 50mm Galvanised Countersunk Head Metal Screws. They are self-drilling, so no need to pre-drill their holes.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Mitchell