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4 in. x 6 in. x 42 in. In-Ground Fence Post Decay Protection

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  • 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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Product Details

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.
  • Simple slide-on installation
  • Perfect for both Pro and DIY
  • Speed, affordability, strength of a direct burial post while, wood destroying organism have no post access
  • HDPE lightweight, flexible and strong, 449-years of in-ground service life
  • Integral uplift protection feature with uplift protection hardware/installation instruction pack
  • Optional drainage feature
  • Minimizes chemical leaching into the environment
  • Attractive appearance-rich clay tone color with wood grain texture
  • Easily trims to desired height above grade
  • Stronger, faster and less expensive than concrete pier and bracket method
  • Weed-eater protection
  • Fits the typical 4 in. x 6 in. post with the actual dimensions of 3-½ in. x 5-½ in.
  • Can also be used to create a removable in-ground post
  • Toll free tech-line for expert product information/installation assistance
  • Item is a quantity of 1 Post Protector
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Specifications

Dimensions: H 42 in, W 4 in, D 6 in

Dimensions

Actual post height (in.)42.000 inActual post thickness (in.)3.750 in
Actual post width (in.)5.750 inProduct Depth (in.)6 in
Product Height (in.)42 inProduct Width (in.)4 in

Details

Application TypeCorner, End, Gatepost, Line, TerminalColor FamilyBrown
Color/FinishBeigeFeaturesUV Protected
IncludesHardwareMaterialComposite
Number of Posts Included0Product Weight (lb.)2.5 lb
Recommended FastenerScrewsReturnable90-Day
ShapeRectangular

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty30 day manufacturer defect
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Questions & Answers

2Questions
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Q:Is it possible to caulk along the top edge to prevent water from entering?
by|Sep 5, 2020
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A:  I wouldn't recommend caulking the top, this sleeve has drain holes in the bottom and is meant to drain out through a 6 inch layer of gravel in your post hole

by|Jun 11, 2021

    A:  You may caulk the top edge if you wish, that will not harm anything. There are drain hole locations at the bottom of the Post Protector that you can use to allow water release and in that instance it is best to set the post in small gravel for the first few inches to assist in drainage. FYI-Posts are treated to protect against "ground contact" as that is what causes decay-not water alone. Please call us if you would like further clarification.

    by|Sep 24, 2020
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      Q:I am looking for a protector for a 4" X 4" post. I see another company offers this size, but only...
      by|Oct 26, 2016
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      A:  Yes, look for the following Model # 4442 Internet #203165674

      by|May 4, 2023
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        Customer Reviews

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        Love Post Protectors. Practice Safe Set!...
        Love Post Protectors. Practice Safe Set!
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        Awesome product with easy instructions, I ordered three but only...
        Awesome product with easy instructions, I ordered three but only received two in the first package. Made contact with the company and they made thing right and I had my third within two days. Great product and great customer service!
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        Great product and reasonably priced
        Great product and reasonably priced
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        they were exacting what I was looking for. I...
        they were exacting what I was looking for. I used them to allow volleyball post replacement without having to do concrete work. I buried the post protectors in gravel then concrete on top. The post will slip right out of the protectors if and when needed! I made some drain holes in the bottom for the small amount of water to drain out.
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        I will let you know after 10 plus years ......
        I will let you know after 10 plus years ...
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        4" x 6" post fit perfectly. Should help...
        4" x 6" post fit perfectly. Should help my post last for many, many years.
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        parts were missing...
        parts were missing
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        Good quality will make post last much longer...
        Good quality will make post last much longer
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        love them...
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