- In-Ground Post Decay Protection for posts in soil or concrete
- Simple installation and post longevity increased by 250%
- Pole Barn, Deck, Fence, Pergola, Mailbox, any post-foundation job
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About This Product
For 18-years, Post Protector has provided simple, slide-on barrier protection for in-ground posts. It works in conjunction with the chemical preservative as an important additional layer of protection against soil-dwelling and atmospheric decay fungi and insect infestation. Its first important to understand decay. Many believe that moisture CAUSES decay. Moisture is not the cause of decay but is 1 of 3 conditions needed for decay to occur. The conditions: 1 Moisture, 2 Oxygen and 3 Suitable temperature. These conditions enable the soil-dwelling or atmospheric decay fungi, as well as termites and other subterranean insects, to feed on the wood fiber. So the Decay/Degradation of ground-contact wood is not CAUSED by moisture but by the action of wood destroying organisms feeding on the wood. The chemical preservatives protection strategy is to poison the wood fiber, rendering it an unsuitable food source for the wood destroying organisms. The downside to that approach is that all chemical preservatives eventually lose resistance to decay and insect infestation. Post Protector becomes the perfect complement to the pressure treated (or cedar) post by simply providing a physical barrier isolating the post so the wood-destroying organisms have NO access to the post.
Highlights
- Simple slide-on installation
- Perfect for both Pro and DIY
- Speed, affordability, strength of a direct burial post while wood destroying organisms have no post access
- HDPE lightweight, flexible and strong, 449-years of in-ground service life
- Optional drainage feature
- Minimizes chemical leaching into the environment
- Attractive appearance-rich clay tone color with wood grain texture
- Easily trims to desired height
- Stronger, faster and less expensive than concrete pier and bracket method
- Weed-eater protection
- Can also be used to create a removable in-ground post
- Toll free tech-line for expert product information/installation assistance
- Return Policy
Product Information
Specifications
Dimensions: H 42 in, W 4 in, D 4 in
Dimensions
Actual post height (in.) | 42.000 in | Actual post thickness (in.) | 3.625 in |
|---|---|---|---|
Actual post width (in.) | 3.625 in | Product Depth (in.) | 4 in |
Product Height (in.) | 42 in | Product Width (in.) | 4 in |
Details
Application Type | Corner, End, Gatepost, Line, Terminal | Color Family | Brown |
|---|---|---|---|
Color/Finish | Brown | Features | UV Protected |
Includes | Hardware | Material | Composite |
Number of Posts Included | 0 | Product Weight (lb.) | 2 lb |
Recommended Fastener | Screws | Returnable | 90-Day |
Shape | Square |
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty | 30 day manufacturer defect |
|---|
Questions & Answers
Is it harmful for dragon fruit plant
How many protectors do you get for $25.00
This sku is a single unit.
I want to use a vinyl post jacket with a cap for a 4”X4” post to protect the above ground potion of the post. If I add the post protection to the bottom of the post can the vinyl jacket still be used? Can the jacket be slipped over the protector?
Well, I got both parts. I was hoping to slide the “post jacket” over the top edge of the “post protector,” fully encasing the post. The “post jacket” will not fit over the post “protector” - same size. I will use caulk & a steel post guard for the gap.
How many inches of gravel should go above base before filling with cement or back filling dirt?
i imagine the water gets in from the top. does it have somewhere to leech out? or will the timber be sitting in water. Do you seal the top?
1. Leave the base open to permeable soil/gravel. 2. Leave the top of the sleeve ABOVE the average flood level to limit amount of water entering. 3. Very little moister will seep between post and sleeve, unless sprinkler soaks post daily.
Can this go into concrete? Also could you wrap it with some type of z tape on the top of the wrap?
Yes, the 4 in. x 4 in. x 42 in. In-Ground Fence Post Decay Protection can be installed in concrete. As for wrapping it with Z-tape, while the manufacturer doesn't specifically recommend it, you can certainly do so. It's made of HDPE, a durable plastic material, so the tape should adhere without issue.
I'm in SW Florida. Maybe concrete around the sleeves and remove the fence sections when Hurricane ? Ian 2.0 hits again later this year. It's true. Dr. Fauci told me
above ground as a paintable surface?
Paint it the way you would vinyl siding. Caulk the space between the post and sleeve. Seems to be holding up well after 8 years
I don't see why not, it's a plastic surface so use the appropriate paint for an exterior plastic surface. I'd probably use an enamel spray paint.
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