You can use specific caulking to seal the gap between the base of the fence post and the concrete. Look for an acrylic latex caulk explicitly designed for exterior usage or silicone-based caulking specially created to adhere to concrete.
Once again, refrain from sealing the bottom end grain of the post or using preservatives. Any moisture the posts absorbs above grade, will then be unable to drain away through the bottom of the post, in addition to the moisture content inherent in the post at the time of setting.
Pour waterproofing sealant into a bucket, immersing the end of the post (which will be buried below ground) into the sealant. Allow the post to sit in the bucket of sealant overnight, then leave to air dry.
Soak the bottom 1 ft (0.30 m) of untreated posts in a wood preservative. If you've purchased untreated wood—or if you cut your lumber to shorten it—you need to treat your post before burying it. Purchase a wood preservative that contains copper naphthenate at a lumberyard or hardware store.
How long will 4x4 post last in the ground? A pressure treated 4x4 set in concrete should last about 20 years of more, depending on the soil conditions and drainage.
A kickboard will help your fence last longer. By keeping the main pickets away from moisture and other elements, they'll be less likely to rot. A pressure treated kickboard is specifically designed to handle ground contact so it makes sense to have one on the bottom of your fence.
The most common oil-based preservatives are creosote and pentachlorophenol. Creosote is typically used for treating timber structures in both commercial and domestic settings, and are great for treating fencing and sheds.
Paint with a paintbrush the entire wood fence post with a waterproofing sealant intended for exterior wood, such as decks and fences. Paint the portion of the fence post that will be beneath the ground. You can use a garden sprayer to spray the wood sealant if preferred.
Protect your posts with Flex Seal Liquid®! Our thick liquid rubber is perfect for preserving and. protecting outdoor accents like fencing.
You can apply it to your wood to prevent rotting. But you can also use it to stop an active infection. After the fungi have been killed, you can apply pine tar wood to add an extra layer of protection to the wood. It even stops any moisture from seeping into the wood causing it to rot.
Flex Seal Liquid makes a great wood fence sealant because it is UV resistant and waterproof.
Yes. For a guaranteed 20-year fence post, we recommend using Pro-Set with Postsaver rot protectors.
Bitumen paint for fence posts provides a waterproof protective coating to timber, concrete and ferrous and non-ferrous metal posts. For dry wooden posts, it can also protect against harmful organisms.
Coal-tar creosote is widely regarded as the premium method of preserving timber fence posts and there are many examples still going strong after decades of being in the ground.
If you're using regular wood fence posts or pressure treated lumber, you can add an additional layer of protection between the post and the earth by painting the bottom of each post with asphalt emulsion. Sealing the tips of your posts can extend your fence's lifespan by years.
Linseed Oil
Lots of uses, actually, including food, medicine, and fiber. The oil pressed from flax has also been used for centuries as a natural wood preservative because of its ability to penetrate deep into porous fibers, and protect wood from moisture and rot.
Any good stain should be applied to a surface that has been thoroughly cleaned, which often means rinsing it with water to get rid of any debris that might have collected on it.
How Much Stain Do I Need For My Fence? For a small fence, up to 175 square feet, you will only need one gallon of stain, in any transparency. If your fence is larger, up to 550 square feet, you will need to buy 2 gallons of stain.
It depends. If the fence is brand new sanding is generally not required before staining. It doesn't hurt though to do some spot sanding if you see some eased edges or other areas where the stain may have difficulty taking.
In most applications, a wooden fence should be mounted at least two inches off the ground. Your posts and rot boards (if you want to mount them) should be the only fence components that come into contact with the ground. Wood pickets are never meant to touch it.
Wooden Pockets for Filling in Gaps
To fill the space between the fence and the ground, use horizontal pieces of wood rather than bricks. Cut the wooden boards uniformly after measuring them. This is one of the best choices if you have a wooden fence because it will blend in flawlessly.
Pour 2-3 inches (5-8 cm) of gravel into the hole. Adding some pea gravel or crushed stone to the bottom of the hole improves soil drainage. Pour it in then tamp it down flat with your post. It's especially important to add gravel if your soil has poor drainage.