Another advantage is that no water was needed. Discussion Starter • #1 • Jul 13, 2014. Concrete Fence Posts. For more information, check out this video: Video Recap Hey, here's a great question from Chris from Beavercreek, Ohio. Expanda-Crete is an inert plastic, high-density, closed cell polyurethane water blown foam perfect for setting fence posts. And eye protectors just in case shards of concrete go flying. The Fast Alternative to Concrete. Fix2Relax Member. It seems there's at least three ways to establish the posts. Most use concrete to create leverage. How To Install An Expanding Foam Fence Post. Fast Post Anchor uses the same technology applied by Royal Adhesives & Sealants Canada to set utility poles for almost 15 years. Editors Comments Yes, you can use the new foam that is available to stabilize support posts. 12 avr. Post will be about 5 feet above ground (2.5 feet buried). First time 4' picket fence builder here! Since then, quite a lot of things have changed, including other improvements to the fence… Using Secure Set it is between $10-$15 per hole (depending on shipping costs) plus the amount of time saved with no mixing and waiting for curing was amazing. In fact, it was the second blog post that I ever wrote — it was that early! Fence Post Foam. Fast Post Anchor is one of the best foam Back fill expanding composite in the market . The lateral load on the fence is high during windy weather and the 6' tall fence acts as a lever arm, compressing the foam in the hole until it detaches from the post. Shop Fast 2K 2-lbs Fence Post Backfill at Lowe's Canada online store. Fence Posts - Dirt, Concrete or Foam. I've replaced the fencing 3 times, but the posts (with one exception) are fine. In fact, it was the second blog post that I ever wrote — it was that early! Viewed 9k times 0. Holes are dug and are about 12 inches diameter, 30 inches deep. – FreeMan Jul 22 at 16:59 | show 1 more comment. I have put in over 200 6 x 6 pressure treated post and by dropping an 80 pound bag of dry concrete into the holes around the posts and adding water on top seems to work the best. What are the pros/cons to installing fence posts using expanding foam instead of concrete? Concrete. Sika Post Fix is an innovative product designed for installing fence, gate and signage posts easily and quickly. To get fixings into a concrete post you need a drill and fixing plugs along with screws and screwdriver. Both concrete and expanding foam are amazing for setting fence posts, but expanding foam is better. Find Concrete Mix at lowest price guarantee. Expanding Foam. As concrete is relatively impermeable to liquids, mould or rot cannot easily penetrate the material which means anything that tries to pass through will likely just rest on the outer layer of the concrete. In fact, it was the second blog post that I ever wrote — it was that early! A pole setting foam is an inert high-density plastic solution which has to be filled into the pole holes. I just found a product that basically takes the place of pouring concrete to secure fence posts. As a counter point, I set fence posts, dumped dry mix in the holes and hosed it down about 25 years ago. Postloc is a two-part, high-density, closed cell polyurethane foam used to set posts and poles into the ground – fence posts, gates, mailboxes, flagpoles, basketball hoops, bird houses, satellite dishes and more. Next day removed braces, posts were super wiggley. Then, set your post in place and use a level to ensure that it’s perfectly vertical. Was able to lift the posts out of the ground very easily, the foam didn't even adhere to 4 posts. The product is very conveniently packaged, a 1 kg ( 2,5 lb) bag of Post Fix replaces two 30 kg bags of cementitious product. Setting Posts in Concrete vs. Gravel vs. If you pull the post, gravel would probably all slump down into the hole, and it would be a big production digging it out. Fence Post Foam vs. When I first moved into the UDH, one of the very first projects my dad and I ever tackled was adding a small fence and gate to close off the back yard. What are the fence posts made of? Hence the use of concrete. DON'T USE. Visit our market every day to see what we sell! Braced and left overnight. This is the first time that I'm hearing of this product. Expanding foam is a lightweight, waterproof alternative to concrete for homeowners wanting to set fence posts. Terrible product. Wood Fence Posts . After foaming the posts they were still not rigid like concrete. It’s not to prevent rot. In fact, it was the second blog post that I ever wrote — it was that early! Maintenance. Posts: 589 Threads: 0 Joined: Mar 2001 #11. First time 4' picket fence builder here! All that I needed to do was pull up on the 4x4 with a sturdy grip to get it out of the hole. There is some splitting at the top of the posts, but none are loose or rotting out at ground level. 1. Concrete. If steel, I would use concrete, because if you replace a post it will probably pull the concrete up with it and save you the bother of excavating it. Active 3 years, 10 months ago. Let’s take a standard 25-post fence job, your project will require: 50 bags of concrete mix (count 2 bags of concrete mix per post) 25 posts x 60 kg (2 x 30 kg/post) which adds up to 1.5 ton of concrete mix; Ability to haul; Before you Start. Jul 5, 2019 - When I first moved into the UDH, one of the very first projects my dad and I ever tackled was adding a small fence and gate to close off the back yard. In fact, it was the second blog post that I ever wrote — it was that early! Concrete. The person that is buying expanding foam for fence posts isn't going to be using enough bagged concrete to gag a gnat. But make sure the post is treated for ground contact and that you follow these principles for footings. 2019 - When I first moved into the UDH, one of the very first projects my dad and I ever tackled was adding a small fence and gate to close off the back yard. Yesterday I decided to pull one of the posts to see if it was truly disconnected from the post. In fact, it was the second blog post that I ever wrote — it was that early! SO WHY DO FENCE COMPANIES US CONCRETE ON WOOD POST IN FLORIDA? Expanda-Crete is easy and safe to use and sets in 1 hour so you can start building your fence sooner without having to come back the next day when the concrete is set. I actually am planning to put concrete over the posts that I used foam on to reinforce them . When I first moved into the UDH, one of the very first projects my dad and I ever tackled was adding a small fence and gate to close off the back yard. Sika® Post Fix: One 979 mL pouch yields approx. Since then, quite a lot of things have changed, including other improvements to the fence: r… The main reason is the post length of choice for fence companies is often a 4″ x 4″ x 8′. Of course, the actual fence panels slide in easily but wires, hanging basket brackets and pot holders all need secure fixings. Apr 17, 2017 - When I first moved into the UDH, one of the very first projects my dad and I ever tackled was adding a small fence and gate to close off the back yard. Once you’ve finished digging your post holes, add about three to four inches of gravel into the bottom and compact it using a post or a 2x4. Update Feb.2018 This repair is still rock solid, NO heaving and it's still plumb. Fast-setting concrete is ideal for installing fence posts since it doesn't need to be mixed in a bucket or a wheelbarrow. This is like saying use flex seal instead of welding the pinhole in the bottom of your aluminum boat to protect your skin and eyes. Ask Question Asked 3 years, 10 months ago. According to Quikrete's web site, for a 4x4 post, you need a 12" hole and with my post depth of 24", they say I need four 50# bags of fast set Quikrete. Since then, quite a lot of things have changed, including other improvements to the fence: r… Find out how quick and easy it is to set your fence with Pro-Set fence post foam. On a general fence post it takes 1.5-2 bags of concrete which comes to about $15 per hole. Fence Post Foam vs. If you guys watched the videos on their web page, posts buried with the foam had a *significantly* stronger release psi than the concrete and with the time constraints I'm under, the only concrete I could use would be the Quikrete fast set. Fast Post Anchor is an award winning and convenient alternative to concrete for setting fence posts, mail boxes, signs and much more. Not suitable to hang a fence panel on!! I'm thinking old-fashioned traditional: The soil here is kind of hard and clay like with average absorption and drainage. Set 8 fence posts with this stuff. Has anybody used post setting foam in place of concrete for post footers? 20 L (0.7 ft3) of expanded foam. 251 Posts . As a result, the fence post is only two feet in the ground on a six-foot in height wood fence. Pro-Set fence post foam takes the hard work out of setting fence posts. If wood, I would use rammed earth. Once, the solution is poured and the pole is placed upright, the entire set up has to be left for some time to get solid. comparison vs concrete. Has survived several bad wind storms over almost 5 years. One bag of Post fix contains 2 resins that, once mixed, create an expanding and rigid foam. Less labor, less money! Postloc is lightweight, easy to carry, and easy to use – eliminating the struggle that comes with heavy bags of concrete. Not only is it slightly easier to work with, but it has the potential to create a more solid foundation for the post, and ultimately the fence. Fence Post Foam vs. Unlike wooden fence posts concrete is not a degradable material and cannot be penetrated by rot or insect attack which is why people choose to opt for concrete over timber. 02-01-2016, 02:08 PM Re: (...) I have six 4x4 redwood posts that need to be anchored to support privacy screens. When I first moved into the UDH, one of the very first projects my dad and I ever tackled was adding a small fence and gate to close off the back yard.