3 QUICK QUESTIONS

[Belboz]

Hello all,

Time to sort out my back garden.

I have read lots of relevant posts on here but wanted to know if anyone can give me their views/answers on the below please....

(1) Where can I get a decent post level? I don't want one of those el cheapo plastic ones. I've seen one on TV which looks like two proper levels hinged into one. However, I can't seem to find one anywhere on the net.

(2) Lots on here about the strength of postcrete v concrete for erecting fence posts. Posts will be 6 feet ( 8 feet posts concreted in 2 feet) Given this, am I better using concrete (more ballast) for strength or is postcrete going to be good enough? I appreciate that it will depend on how windy the site is. Put it this way - in the high winds a few months back, 7 of my neighbours panels blew in but they were flimsy waney panels set in 3 inch posts whereas I intend to use featheredge/arris rail set in 4 inch posts.

(3) Stupid question last - best method of cutting 4 inch posts? Clearly I will want them cut straight and level but my mitre saw doesn't have enough depth/width to go right through them. Am I back to the handsaw method? FYI - I also need to cut dwarf posts for decking so cannot order the smallest size as these would still need cut down.

Thanks in advance!!

 

[Burnerman]

600mm post levels are available on ebay for £6.25 - but an ordinary level is just as good!
Mixed concrete is probably the best to use (if slower to cure) as you can add more ballast and make sure the mix is thorough.
Use a hand saw to cut the posts after marking on two sides......mind you, sloping tops do help to cast the water away
John

 

[Belboz]

Thanks Burnerman.

I will look on fleabay even though I hate it. But then - needs must....

 

[ntb]

Or cut one side on the mitre saw and then turn it over to complete the cut.