This 2.4m (8ft) x 75 x 75mm brown wooden fence post is a useful option when the project needs more overall post length but not the bulk of a 100mm square section. It suits lighter timber fencing and trellis where a slim visible post is preferred while still leaving useful material for below-ground fixing.
Set the fence line out before digging so the post centres suit the actual panels or rail system rather than an assumed bay width. Keep each post plumb in both directions and check the top line as the run progresses. If the posts are being set in concrete or post mix, select a suitable material from the cement products range and follow its installation instructions rather than relying on one fixed amount for every hole.
The 2.4m length gives considerably more flexibility than a 1.8m post and is a practical starting point for many full-height garden fencing arrangements. It leaves more timber available to divide between the visible fence and the below-ground section, which is useful where ground conditions or exposure call for greater embedment.
The timber is pressure treated to improve resistance to fungal decay, rot and insect attack. The brown treatment gives new timber a warmer appearance that coordinates naturally with similarly treated fence panels and fencing timber. As with any natural timber product, grain, knots, colour and surface character vary from post to post and the appearance will continue to weather outdoors.
A 75mm post is not simply a cheaper version of a 100mm post. Section size affects the amount of timber around fixings and the overall stiffness of the support, so the fence type and exposure should be considered before choosing the slimmer option. This extra length can also help when the garden level changes between bays. Set the fence line and intended top height first, then decide how much of each post needs to sit below ground instead of assuming every post in a sloping run will be installed identically. The wooden fence posts range includes 75mm and 100mm sections in 1.8m, 2.4m and 3.0m lengths, so compare the complete combination rather than choosing on length or section alone.
