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PG
24 May 2005, 10:36
Another fencing question.
What is the train of thought when it comes to puting the posts in ?
Cement them in or good size hole whacked hard when refilling ?
I have the posts treated and have the DBC and am just about to get digging.

gsm1
24 May 2005, 11:18
You can place them in without using concrete but the hole must be deep enough and you'd really have to use a petrol hole digger to make a neat hole so it's firm enough to support. If you're replacing an existing fence this is never easy because all sorts of old bricks and mortar will hinder you.

I always concrete them in and use those fast set mortar bags from Wickes. They set really fast and save you a lot of hassle.

PG
24 May 2005, 17:30
how many bags per 2 ft hole ?

nicku72
24 May 2005, 18:15
When i did the panel fence at my old house i used about 1 1/2 a hole they set quite quick aswell..

gsm1
24 May 2005, 19:43
One bag per post should do it. I chuck in some mashed up bricks/stones around the base of the post and whack 'em down just before adding the concrete as well.


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