What Fence/ Gate Posts to use

What size Posts are best to use: Generally, if installing a Fence Panel, a 3" x 3" Post will be adequate. The length of the post should be determined as follows: Take the height of the Fence eg: 6ft high fence 1/4 of Post would need to be put into the ground Therefore, an 8ft long Post would be required. For Driveway Gates: Minimum post size should be 4" x 4" (post length is determined as above) If the gate is over 12ft wide (2 x 6ft leaves) then a 6" x 6" post will be required. As with all posts that will be outside, to limit rotting ensure you choose posts that state "CLASS 4". Alot of suppliers will sell posts that have a treatment that lasts for upto 15 years against rot and fungus. However, this is only if the post is outside and NOT placed into the ground! Where as CLASS 4 posts are designed to be placed into the ground. The price difference between the posts are minimal and will save you money in 5 years time when the posts start to rot. With pre built pillars, if connecting hinges direct to these, ensure the pillar is stable enough to hold. To keep a pillar, it maybe worth strengthening the pillar with a reinforcement (ie steel insert). For more info, please visit: www.GatesandFencesUK.co.uk