Foam Instead Of Concrete For Fence Posts

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Foam instead of concrete for fence posts.

And not the product. I used 4 braces per post. Once you ve finished digging your post holes add about three to four inches of gravel into the bottom and compact it using a post or a 2x4. This is the first time that i m hearing of this product.

Expanding foam is a lightweight waterproof alternative to concrete for homeowners wanting to set fence posts. To make a long story short i ended up setting all of the posts in this high density foam in lieu of concrete. Post setting foam in place of concrete for post footers content 2 0 from btitan building products on vimeo. The advantage for me is i could set a post by myself using a very simple system of temporary braces to hold the posts for 15 minutes until the foam set up.

Sika postfix is a two component pre proportioned polyurethane resin. The person that is buying expanding foam for fence posts isn t going to be using enough bagged concrete to gag a gnat. Ask question asked 3 years 6 months ago. It is mixed in the bag to produce expanding foam for supporting and backfilling fence mail box gate and signage posts.

Lightweight pouch replaces two 50 lb. Then set your post in place and use a level to ensure that it s perfectly. What are the pros cons to installing fence posts using expanding foam instead of concrete. Is this foam replacing concrete.

This is like saying use flex seal instead of welding the pinhole in the bottom of your aluminum boat to protect your skin and eyes. Yes you can use the new foam that is available to stabilize support posts. Suitable for all types of posts including wood steel and pvc. Active 3 years 6 months ago.

Fast setting concrete is ideal for installing fence posts since it doesn t need to be mixed in a bucket or a wheelbarrow. Bags of post mix. The foam can be used in hot or cold weather and does not require mixing with water or. But make sure the post is treated for ground contact and that you follow these principles for footings.

I just found a product that basically takes the place of pouring concrete to secure fence posts.