2 天前 Cement is actually the main ingredient in concrete and concrete can’t exist without cement. Cement is a binding agent that when combined with water, turns into a paste. But it needs an aggregate added to achieve that binding effect. Cement and water alone will not bind (or glue) anything together. The reason cement will get hard is becauseget price
2021-5-24 Concrete is more durable than cement. Yes, concrete can last hundreds of years, but cement is much less durable. To use an analogy, cement is to concrete as milk is to ice cream. Sure, ice creamget price
2020-9-9 Disadvantages of Cement. Cement can’t be used for large-scale construction works since it has higher heat hydration than concrete. The durability of cement is low. Cement is less solid than concrete and prone to cracking. It is also difficult to cure, thus making it unsuitable for areas that are susceptible to movement.get price
The best recommendation for setting fence posts of any kind is to always secure all metal fenceline poles in cement, plus all wooden corner and gate posts as a minimum. Doing so creates a footer that prevents the post from rising out of the ground or leaning for any reason. It will keep the posts straight and straight in the ground, maintainingget price
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2020-8-7 It’s not to prevent rot. Most use concrete to create leverage. The main reason is the post length of choice for fence companies is often a 4″ x 4″ x 8′. As a result, the fence post is only two feet in the ground on a six-foot in height wood fence. Hence the use of concrete.get price
Instead, the deck post must be supported with a 10″ (254mm) diameter concrete pile 4′ (1.2m) below grade. This concrete footing must extend 6″ (150mm) above grade, removing the wood from exposure to the fungi in the soil. Limiting rot extending the deck’s life. To increase the deck post’s strength and prevent uplift, the deck postget price
Price. Concrete made in bulk will also be a lot cheaper than postcrete. This doesn’t include the cost of a mixer or the extra labour involved with making your own concrete. So for just a few small holes postcrete will come out as the cheaper option. But for anything more, such as a full fence with plenty of posts it will be more costget price
Benefits of Concrete. Concrete is used to set fence posts primarily because of its strength and how long lasting it is. Despite expanding foam being a better option for certain reasons, concrete is a great option if you want your posts to be secure. When you fill a hole with concrete to secure your fence post, you can expect a 20-40 minute waitget price
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Should I use concrete or cement for fence posts? Concrete is the most secure material for setting fence posts, especially if you have sandy soil. Using premixed concrete rather than dry concrete will ensure ultimate security. While concrete is sturdy, it lacks the drainage of gravel and can trap moisture, ultimately leading to rot.get price
2 天前 Cement is actually the main ingredient in concrete and concrete can’t exist without cement. Cement is a binding agent that when combined with water, turns into a paste. But it needs an aggregate added to achieve that binding effect. Cement and water alone will not bind (or glue) anything together. The reason cement will get hard is becauseget price
2020-9-9 Disadvantages of Cement. Cement can’t be used for large-scale construction works since it has higher heat hydration than concrete. The durability of cement is low. Cement is less solid than concrete and prone to cracking. It is also difficult to cure, thus making it unsuitable for areas that are susceptible to movement.get price
Is rapid set concrete good for fence posts? Set Concrete is ideal for house jobs like setting pergola and fence posts, whereas Quick Set Concrete is a great choice for fence corners and structural supports where higher compressive strength is required. Can you use normal cement for fence posts? 3 Answers. Show activity on this post.get price
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How do you make concrete fence posts? In terms of the ratio to use for a concreting fence posts, the best mix is a mix of 1:2:4 (1 cement, 2 sand, 4. Should I use concrete or cement for fence posts? Concrete is the most secure material for setting fence posts, especially if you have sandy soil. Gravel may be okay with dense, clay-heavy soilget price
2021-5-24 Concrete is more durable than cement. Yes, concrete can last hundreds of years, but cement is much less durable. To use an analogy, cement is to concrete as milk is to ice cream. Sure, ice creamget price
What type of concrete for fence posts? Fast-setting concrete is ideal for installing fence posts since it doesn't need to be mixed in a bucket or aget price
2021-4-8 Concrete provides a strong foundation for wooden fence posts, but can rot them more quickly. Setting them in dirt, with or without gravel or crushed rock depending on your soil type, can help the posts last longer before going rotten. You can also use metal fence post anchors to prolong their life.get price
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2021-5-24 Concrete is more durable than cement. Yes, concrete can last hundreds of years, but cement is much less durable. To use an analogy, cement is to concrete as milk is to ice cream. Sure, ice creamget price
2020-9-9 Disadvantages of Cement. Cement can’t be used for large-scale construction works since it has higher heat hydration than concrete. The durability of cement is low. Cement is less solid than concrete and prone to cracking. It is also difficult to cure, thus making it unsuitable for areas that are susceptible to movement.get price
2021-1-25 We use the driven post method setting wood posts that are the foundation of standard 4′ tall farm fence through 8′ tall anti deer fence. Further, we routinely set 6″x6’x10′ square wooden posts that are the foundation for the installation of our Advantage Structures. All of the above are set without the need or expense of concrete.get price
Should I use concrete or cement for fence posts? Concrete is the most secure material for setting fence posts, especially if you have sandy soil. Using premixed concrete rather than dry concrete will ensure ultimate security. While concrete is sturdy, it lacks the drainage of gravel and can trap moisture, ultimately leading to rot.get price
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2022-2-24 Because it’s so versatile, it can be made in a variety of ways. While basic concrete uses Portland cement, calcium carbonate, and sand, there are many different types available. Ready-mix concrete is one popular option—it’s made using large mixer lorries that mix together crushed stone, water, and cement—but more modern types includeget price
2022-7-27 The best concrete for metal fence posts is premix concrete such as Sakrete or Quikrete. Both options are able to set within 20 to 40 minutes and require no mixing. If you decide not to opt for premixed concrete, the best ratio is 1:2:4 (cement, sand, and aggregate, respectively). There are several reasons why concrete is the essential choiceget price
What type of concrete for fence posts? Fast-setting concrete is ideal for installing fence posts since it doesn't need to be mixed in a bucket or aget price
2022-7-30 Just cement alone will rot out your posts. Limestone is best. On the ranch I use telephone poles and either sand only or limestone. Both will pack like cement, but you have to put a little in the hole and use a heavy tamper, then a get price
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