Concrete Fence Molds

by Dave
(Pacific coast, USA)

Q: Hi,

Just read your bit on cement fences, and I'm interested in making my own concrete posts. They'll need to be 10' high (above ground), because the deer. I haven't found anyone who sells concrete posts that tall around here.

In our part of the woods (Pacific coast), cedar lasts about 11-12 years, treated lumber makes it 14-15 years. I'm 59 and my wife is 50, so I'd like something that's going to last 40 years or more.

Texturing isn't really an issue, but my wife would like to color the posts to fit in with the green of the garden.

What's a good size (ie: 5" x 5", 6" x 6", etc.) Is round better than square, or does it matter? Anything special need to be done at the bottom of the post (ie: footing, etc.)?

Thanks.

Dave

A: Hi Dave,

Thank you for your inquiry.

First, for making your concrete posts, use these ratios-- 1 cement: 2 sand: 3 gravel. That's your mixture and it will make for very durable posts.

The shape and size of the posts are qualities that are dependent on what you want to accomplish structurally and aesthetically.

You can find an excellent breakdown at e-How at http://www.ehow.com/how_4550541_make-concrete-fence-posts.html about how to make the posts, and another e-How breakdown at http://www.ehow.com/how_14380_install-fence-posts.html for how to install the posts into a concrete foundation.

For painting the posts, use a green epoxy paint.


Good luck on your project and let me know how it comes along!

Best regards,

Alan
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