Hey guys! I'm in the process of demolishing the gatepost, moving it around 18-20" tops (right on the territory line, can't go any further!). Would like a few pointers concerning the job at hand.
Footings, a foot deep hole? 6" of concrete, 6" below ground line? Judging by the foundation stones, it looks as if they did that initially.
Centre was filled with red brick, pieces of stone and a lot or mortar. Could anyone recommend anything else? Or would this be sufficient?
Also guys - and above all... What is the stone?! Could anyone shine a light on it for me? Had a few discussions with the neighbours, but no one really knows!
This is gonna be interesting, as I've never built a post before. Though I have a few friends of friends who know their stuff.
(Notice the shoddy workmanship on next door's post. I'm aiming a little higher than that don't worry!)
Footings, a foot deep hole? 6" of concrete, 6" below ground line? Judging by the foundation stones, it looks as if they did that initially.
Centre was filled with red brick, pieces of stone and a lot or mortar. Could anyone recommend anything else? Or would this be sufficient?
Also guys - and above all... What is the stone?! Could anyone shine a light on it for me? Had a few discussions with the neighbours, but no one really knows!
This is gonna be interesting, as I've never built a post before. Though I have a few friends of friends who know their stuff.
(Notice the shoddy workmanship on next door's post. I'm aiming a little higher than that don't worry!)