Has anybody used post setting foam in place of concrete for post footers? Yes, you can use the new foam that is available to stabilize support posts. But make sure the post is treated for ground contact and that you follow these principles for footings.
Is Sika post fix as strong as concrete?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJy-07W6bDI
What can I use instead of concrete for fence posts?
Gravel
Is fence post foam as strong as concrete?
Concrete provides a strong support for these products. Expanded foam has nowhere near the density or rigidity. It is plenty strong enough to hold the post up under normal circumstances, but has little structural strength.
How hard is Sika post fix?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uaIVIUVOyM
What to fill old post holes with?
Fill entirely with soil. Even if those holes are 4 foot deep I would fill with suitable subsoil then top with grass. Or just topsoil then grass.
Should you fill fence posts with concrete?
Do Fence Posts Need To Be Set in Concrete? No, fence posts don't need to be set in concrete, and there are plenty of other ways to fix your posts if this feels a bit too permanent. If you are using wooden posts, concrete may actually be the worst option.Apr 8, 2021
Should I put gravel in bottom of post hole?
You should put approximately 2" to 4" of gravel in the bottom of the hole making sure that the Post stands 6' 4" tall from the ground to the top of the post. Once you have your Gravel in the hole and you place the posts into the hole the post must stand 6' 4" tall from the ground level to the top of the Post.
What kind of gravel do you use for posts?
Pea gravel is commonly used for fence post holes. Gravel that is roughly three eighths of an inch in size is generally a good medium between drainage and support, though gravel close to that size also may be used.Dec 5, 2009