Description
What length post do I need for my fence?
In most cases, a post 2ft longer than the finished height of the fence is ideal. It is sometimes necessary to have a 3ft position in the ground if it’s prone to be soaked and soft or in windy, exposed areas (such as a hillside property).
The dropdown menu for selecting the post size will show which size is needed based on the length of the feather edge board. (PLEASE NOTE: This is the size of the feather edge and NOT the finished height of the fence, as the dead flower will include a gravel board). If you’re unsure, please email us or call us, and we will be happy to advise you.
What if I need 3ft in the ground?
If you do live on an exposed hillside or have soft ground, you will need to have 3ft in the background to help the stability of the fence. We have two notched posts available for this. For a 5ft 6-inch feather edge, select the 2.7m post from the dropdown menu. If you use a 6ft feather edge, please choose a 2.99m post. The seats are the same length, but they are notched in different places to suit the two measurements of the feather edge board. If you are using any other size of feather edge and need a 3ft depth under the fence, we will notch a blank 5 x 4 post to your specifications.
Can we v-notch feather edge fence posts to your requirements?
Yes, we can notch any length of post to suit your needs. Our blank (un-notched) 5 x 4 fence posts go right up to 3.6m (12ft approximately). If you are matching an existing fence which doesn’t quite line up with the notches on our fence posts, or if you are putting a low fence on top of a wall and need longer posts which are notched, please get in touch with us via email, phone or come into the store, and we will be happy to help.