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75mm x 75mm x 2.4m Brown Treated Wooden Fence Post

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100 x 100 x 2.4m Brown Treated Wooden Fence Post

Brown treated wooden fence posts provide a timber support for garden fencing, boundary fences and a range of agricultural and commercial fencing applications. Manufactured from softwood, these 2.4m posts have a nominal cross-section of 100 x 100mm and are pressure treated with timber preservative.

The brown finish is suitable for fencing projects where a brown-treated timber appearance is required. These square fence posts can be used with suitable fence panels, featheredge boards and other compatible fencing systems.

Fence Post Specifications

Length 2400mm (2.4m)
Width 100mm
Depth 100mm
Imperial size 4 x 4 inches
Timber type Softwood
Treatment Brown pressure treated
Preservative treatment Tanalith treated
Application External fencing
Weight Approximately 8kg

Uses for Brown Treated Fence Posts

These 100 x 100mm timber fence posts can be used as supporting posts in a variety of fencing projects, subject to the requirements of the installation.

  • Garden fence installation
  • Closeboard and featheredge fencing
  • Lap fence panel installation
  • Vertical board fencing
  • Garden boundary fencing
  • Agricultural fencing
  • Commercial boundary fencing
  • Suitable gate post applications
Installation note: Select the post length, embedment depth, spacing and fixing method to suit the fence height, ground conditions and expected wind loading. Gate posts may require additional consideration because of the loads imposed by the gate and its fittings.

Treated Timber Fence Post Features

Pressure-treated softwood fence posts are used in external fencing because timber preservative helps protect the wood against biological deterioration. The appropriate level of protection depends on the treatment specification and the conditions in which the post is installed.

  • 100 x 100mm square timber section
  • 2.4m length for fencing installations
  • Brown pressure-treated finish
  • Softwood construction
  • Suitable for a range of fencing systems
  • Can be cut to the required length

Brown Treated Fence Post FAQs

What size is this brown wooden fence post?

This fence post is nominally 100 x 100mm in cross-section and 2.4m long. The dimensions are equivalent to approximately 4 x 4 inches and 8 feet. Check the actual dimensions and any applicable tolerances when planning your installation.

How deep should a 2.4m fence post be installed?

The required depth depends on the height of the finished fence, ground conditions, soil stability and expected wind loading. A portion of the post must be set below ground to provide support, so the usable above-ground height will be less than 2.4m.

Determine the required embedment depth and fixing method for the specific fencing system rather than assuming one depth will suit every installation.

Are brown treated fence posts suitable for ground contact?

Fence posts are commonly installed with part of the post below ground. However, suitability for permanent ground contact depends on the preservative treatment specification and the intended service conditions.

Confirm that the treatment is suitable for the intended ground-contact application before installation.

Can I cut a pressure-treated fence post?

Yes. Use suitable woodworking equipment and appropriate personal protective equipment when cutting treated timber. Control sawdust and follow the tool manufacturer's safety instructions.

Treat freshly cut surfaces with a compatible end-grain preservative, following the preservative manufacturer's instructions, particularly where the cut surface will be exposed to the weather or installed in the ground.

Can these fence posts be used with featheredge boards?

Yes. Square timber posts can be used to support suitable featheredge fencing. The post spacing, rails, fixings and overall fence design should be selected to suit the height and construction of the fence.

Can these posts be used for fence panels?

These posts can be used with compatible lap panels, vertical board panels and other suitable fencing systems. Check the panel dimensions, post centres, brackets and fixing requirements before installation.

Can brown treated fence posts be used for gates?

They may be suitable for some gate installations, depending on the gate size, weight, hinge arrangement and loading. Larger or heavier gates can place significant forces on the supporting posts.

Confirm that the post dimensions, embedment and support arrangements are suitable for the gate before installation.

How long do brown pressure-treated fence posts last?

Service life varies according to the preservative treatment, installation method, drainage, ground conditions and exposure to moisture. Posts installed in persistently wet or poorly drained ground may deteriorate differently from those in better-drained conditions.

Inspect fencing periodically and address signs of movement, decay or damage. No fixed service life can be guaranteed for every installation.

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