Shop Fence Post Spikes & Supports for Fast, Clean Installs
Working over patios, decks or shallow soil? Fence post spikes and bolt-down supports from East Coast Fencing are the time-saving way to anchor light to medium-duty posts without digging deep holes. They’re ideal for picket runs, short screens, bin stores and internal garden dividers—anywhere you want a tidy, reversible fix with minimal mess. Choose sizes to match your posts, pick spike-in or bolt-down styles, and get building today with free delivery on orders £99+.
When to choose spikes or shoes
Post spikes drive into the ground and clamp the timber—great for light boundaries on firm soil where you want speed and low disruption. Bolt-down shoes anchor posts to concrete pads, paving or decking—perfect for courtyards and terraces where digging is undesirable. For tall privacy fencing or exposed sites, concrete-in posts still win; for shorter, decorative runs, these supports are a brilliant shortcut.
Picking sizes and compatible posts
Match shoe or spike size to your post section (commonly 75×75mm or 100×100mm). For a warm, cohesive look and easy on-site trimming, choose wooden fence posts; if you’re tying into existing concrete runs with slotted posts, consider mixing methods only where appropriate—heavy closeboard bays still prefer concrete-in foundations.
Build as a system
Once the supports are set, choose cladding to suit the job. For friendly frontages and low dividers, picket fence panels keep sightlines open; for modern screening on terraces, look at single slatted panels. Where you add a gate, tie everything together with reliable hardware from our garden gate furniture selection, and protect the base detail near lawns with discreet wooden gravel boards.
Installation tips for tidy, strong results
For spikes, pilot a guide hole and drive the spike with a post-driving tool, checking for plumb frequently; clamp the post only once you’re happy with alignment. For bolt-downs, use appropriate anchors for your substrate, set a neat grid and check square and plumb before tightening fully. Keep centres consistent for straight lines and quieter fences in wind. If you need padstones under bolt-downs, form clean, level pads with a dependable mix from our cement products category.
Limits and best practice
Use spikes and shoes for light to medium runs; step up to concrete-in foundations for tall privacy bays or very exposed plots. Avoid mixing too many foundation types in one line—it complicates alignment. Whatever method you choose, cap posts and consider panel capping across adjacent fencing to shed water and unify the skyline.
Maintenance
Check fixings annually, ensure shoes stay tight and square, and keep soil or mulch from burying spike sockets. Retreat any fresh cuts in posts during adjustments and keep the base clear so timber dries fast after rain.
Ready to build fast and clean?
Pick spike-in or bolt-down supports sized to your posts, set a true grid and complete the fence with compatible panels and hardware. It’s the quick, tidy way to frame space—add to basket now and enjoy free delivery on orders £99+ from East Coast Fencing.
