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Another Fencepost Thread....Postmaster versus Metal Pipes...Thoughts
Posted on 1/20/23 at 7:17 am
Posted on 1/20/23 at 7:17 am
Thoughts on post options for 6' wooden privacy fence? Some contractors offer either as an option and i was just wondering if the HG board had any experiences or opinions.
It seems the install of Postmaster is done by hammering in the post approximately 36" and the regular post install is typically 18-24" concreted.
Thoughts/Opinions are appreciated
TIA
It seems the install of Postmaster is done by hammering in the post approximately 36" and the regular post install is typically 18-24" concreted.
Thoughts/Opinions are appreciated
TIA
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Posted on 1/20/23 at 8:24 am to failuretocommunicate
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This post was edited on 1/20/23 at 9:24 am
Posted on 1/20/23 at 8:59 am to Bayou
The fence will be your standard 6 ft cedar fence. I think the postmaster comes in a 9' length with 3' driven into the ground.......whereas the pipes are 8' lengths with 2' inground and concreted.
Posted on 1/20/23 at 9:28 am to failuretocommunicate
I am in the midst of doing an 8' treated pine fence. I'm using 4x6 posts 4' in the ground, 5 rows of lateral boards, and 1x6x8 boards in place of pickets. This is strong.
Personally, I'm not sold on the potential of bending metal posts but that may be fine on your 6' fence.
Good luck with your project. I empathize with you.
Personally, I'm not sold on the potential of bending metal posts but that may be fine on your 6' fence.
Good luck with your project. I empathize with you.
This post was edited on 1/20/23 at 9:29 am
Posted on 1/20/23 at 9:47 am to failuretocommunicate
After Ida took down my back fence (largely due to the original posts being rotten), I decided to go with galvanized steel pipes in place of wooden posts.
It definitely feels more sturdy than my side fences, which are mounted on standard wooden posts. Time will tell. Good luck with your project.
It definitely feels more sturdy than my side fences, which are mounted on standard wooden posts. Time will tell. Good luck with your project.
Posted on 1/20/23 at 10:20 am to failuretocommunicate
Also compare your steel posts. They come in different thicknesses if you buy from big box store vs fencing store.
Posted on 1/20/23 at 10:49 am to Oswald
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galvanized steel pipes
This is the way. Well worth the additional cost IMO.
Posted on 1/20/23 at 10:57 am to failuretocommunicate
2 3/8" heavy wall galvinized pipe pounded in 3' with no concrete. This is for an 8' fence
Posted on 1/20/23 at 1:40 pm to failuretocommunicate
Metal posts all day
No warping or rotting like wooden posts
No warping or rotting like wooden posts
Posted on 1/20/23 at 6:50 pm to slinger1317
Wood posts are fine if done correctly
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