Do not use the shorter post holders for tall fences, they’re simply not up to teh job and as soon as they are subjected to any substantial wind they will likely fail. 50x50mm Post Holders It is worth noting that these post holders also need to be level, so if you are fixing them to a base that has a slope or a dip then you can insert washers beneath the post holder holes to line up small disparities. This is the wedge grip version of the support, meaning posts are held in place by hammering it into the ‘boot’ of the support and over the fins. These fins are at a slight angle which allows the posts to travel down into the boot but not be pulled out. To replace posts in a wedge grip support, you have to drill and chisel the wooden post out of the wedge grips. Many customers opt for the System 2 version of this support - Metpost Flush Fit System 2 Bolt Down Anchor for 99mm-100mm Posts - which allows for easier post replacement. including Pergolas and Arches) on an existing concrete base. The Flush Fit version allows posts to be placed alongside a

There are several ways to fix, anchor or support fence posts which include using a metal post holder (or Metpost or post spike as they are also known), digging a hole and using concrete to secure the post, or post ramming which is a bit like pile driving for fencing. Place your post holder in position and mark through the holes onto the surface below using a permanent marker or similar. On a concrete surface we suggest you bolt it down using Rawl bolts (shown below) which are placed into holes drilled into the concrete and then tightened.This is the System 2 version of the support, meaning it’s secured with bolts on the outside of the ‘boot’. Tightening these bolts is what holds the posts in place. If the post rots, you will be able to undo the bolts and slide the post out, then insert a new post and tighten the bolts up again. Please note, you may need to replace the nuts and bolts. We also offer the wedge grip version - Metpost Wedge Grip Bolt Down Anchor for 99mm-103mm Posts - that doesn’t feature the bolts. For use in soil to help support and erect fence panels and structures. Available in a range of styles; Wedge Grip, System 2 With the rawl bolt, as the head of the bolt is tightened the bottom sheath expands, gripping the concrete. Remember, you can come and visit us at one of our three showrooms in Swindon, Yarnton or Oxford where we have friendly and knowledgeable staff on hand to help you with any landscaping queries you may have, so please let us know if you’ve got any more questions about metpost bolt downs, or any of our other products and services. You can find your local branch here! Free local delivery! Unwanted Food or Drink Products - Once supply conditions are broken, there are a number of factors outside of our control that can affect the quality of a product. Therefore perishable goods such as food and drink cannot be returned.

Metposts for fencing, such as the Metpost spike, hold the post tight in place while providing stability and durability to your fencing project. Once the spike is driven into the ground, the driving tool can be removed and the post pushed into the holder. The flush-fitting anchor enables posts to be located close to other structures, as the base can be placed tight to one edge. This is especially useful when secure landscape features, such as a pergola, over a patio.

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You can also use a chemical fixing to hold the post holder down (see how here) with threaded bar studs that are set into the mounting surface. There is a bolt on the side of the holder that can be done up easily with a spanner to keep the post firm in the spike.

The base of the post holder will sit on the old concrete and you can then slot the fence post into the holder and tighten the holding screws. Drive the spike into the earth next to the concrete, so the upright section sits flush against the post and the horizontal section sits flush with the ground. This size would be best for fences in exposed areas, long expanse of fencing, gazebos which will be supporting a roof and pergolas if you want a more chunky-looking timber structure. If your posts need to be located close to other structures, such as walls or fences, take a look at the Metpost Flush Fit System 2 Bolt Down Anchor for 99mm-103mm Posts. While the most common way to fix fence posts is to concrete them in and our project on fence posts shows how to do this, there are many occasions when concreting is not an option.For years Metpost or post spikes have been the biggest supplier of fence post holders, or post spikes, but now there is much more of a choice with other manufacturers producing similar products. Fence Post Metal Spike It is also ideal for fixing signposts – again this is the size used by estate agents for their signs. Use the longer length in light sandy soils or for taller posts – higher than 4 feet (1.2M). 75x75mm Post Holders This is probably the strongest method of fixing, especially in concrete which has been mixed by hand and may contain air bubbles. Once the Metpost is fixed firmly in place, all you need to do is place the fence post into the Metpost, which makes erecting any fence a simple job. Buy Metposts at Trade-Only Prices.