Setting Metal Fence Posts In Concrete

This will seal the gap between the concrete and post that s caused by freeze thaw cycles.

Setting metal fence posts in concrete.

Pour the dry mix into the tube. Drive stakes into the ground at each corner. Step 5 fill the hole with fast setting concrete up to 3 to 4 inches below ground level. Insert two nails into the outer side of each end post one six inches from the bottom and the other six inches from the top.

Leave the heads of the nails. Some posts have tops and ends shaped like a t y or a star. A well constructed fence can protect privacy define your property and enhance curb appeal. First dig the holes using an auger or a post hole digger.

Then set the fence post in the hole. Pour water into the dry. Caulk around the fence post base apply high quality exterior acrylic latex caulk or silicone specifically designed to adhere to concrete at the base of the post. Plan to set at least one fourth to one third of the fence post underground and dig the hole accordingly.

Then compact and level the gravel using a post or 2x4. Two 50 pound bags of fast setting concrete will set a 4 inch by 4 inch or a 4 inch diameter post in a 10. A metal post in concrete won t rust as long as you dome the top of the concrete so water runs away from the post. I wanted them all the same height square and plumb.

Choose between different types of steel fence posts. Let the concrete cure four to six hours. You will of course have to adjust for height and plumb the post. Step 3 set the post into the hole and attach 2x4 braces to adjacent sides of the post.

No matter why you re installing a fence install steel fence posts first with this simple guide to ensure your fence has sturdy long lasting support. But before you decide to put one up yourself learn how to set your fence posts properly to ensure that. We set set steel gates posts in concrete for some driveway gates we will be installing. Set the post into the form and temporarily stand straight.

Set fence posts in fast setting concrete if you re planning to leave the fence in place for a long time or if you have very loose sandy soil. Place the form tube into the hole. After digging your hole for the post set one or two bricks in the bottom of the hole to set your post on. I had six poles to set in concrete.

Step 1 select and purchase posts. I ll share a clever trick that works well and is very fast.