The 3.0m (10ft) x 75 x 75mm green/natural wooden fence post is designed for layouts where extra post length matters more than a heavy square section. It gives additional scope on changing ground levels and taller timber structures while keeping the visible post at 75mm square.
This 3.0m format is the option to consider when the fence layout demands more overall post length than the common 2.4m size. It is particularly useful where changing ground levels, taller construction or deeper fixing requirements need extra timber to work with. The additional length is useful only when the rest of the fence system is suitable for the job. Check the section size, the weight and wind exposure of the fencing, and the intended post spacing before treating a 3.0m post as a direct substitute for a shorter one.
Pressure treatment helps protect the timber against fungal decay, rot and insect attack. The green/natural finish has the characteristic colour of freshly treated fencing timber and works well with similarly treated fence panels and rails. The shade is not a paint finish, so natural variation should be expected and the timber will change in appearance as it weathers.
Mark the fence line and post centres before excavation, then check each post for plumb as it is installed. Ground conditions, fence height and exposure all affect how much of the overall length needs to remain below ground. The post mix calculator is useful when estimating setting material for a run, but the hole size and installation method still need to suit the site.
The 75 x 75mm square section keeps the post relatively slim and gives a straightforward fixing face for lighter fence panels, picket fencing, rails and trellis. It is generally chosen where the visual bulk and extra material of a 100mm post are not required. 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. 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.
