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Also question is, how many posts does 20kg Postcrete do?
depends how 'good' are your holes. you will need minimum 1 bag per post. I usually use one and a half per post but I am using 25kg bags. often poscrete is in 20kg bags so 2 per post is more likely.
Similarly, how deep should fence posts be set in concrete? When concreting fence posts into the ground the posts should be buried a minimum of 600mm deep the recommended depth for a 1.80m or 6 foot high fence is 760mm or two foot six inches.
Beside this, how long does Postcrete take to set?
10 minutes
Can I use Postcrete in the rain?
Brace the post so it does not move while the concrete sets up. While the rain will provide plenty of ground moisture, doing this project in the rain may introduce too much groundwater to the mix, weakening the finished product. The rain can also cause problems with the curing process of the concrete.
How big is a Postcrete hole?
how much postcrete do i use? With a 240cm x 10cm post typically 60cm will be below the ground, the width of the hole would be 30cm. 2 bags of Postcrete will fill the hole approximately half full, once the post is level you can backfill the hole and compact it.Can you use Postcrete for foundations?
Because of the small area, we decided not to mix our own concrete, but to use Postcrete instead. After making sure the dry Postcrete is completely level we watered it (just using a garden hose) thoroughly. Unlike normal concrete, you have to make sure that the Postcrete is level before you water it.How many bags of cement do I need for a fence post?
Also 1-1/2 bags per hole is about right for a 4x4 fence post. Also remember, the depth of the post hole should be one-half of the above-ground post height. (Example: For a 6' above ground post, use a post with an overall height of 9 feet and place 3 feet in the ground).How many bags of Postcrete do you need per post?
one bag
How long does it take for a fence post to set in concrete?
Typically, you can apply some weight to the posts after 4 hours, but it's a good idea to wait at least 24 hours before resuming fence construction. Standard concrete mixes may take up to two hours to set and should cure for 24 to 48 hours before any forces are applied to the posts.Is Postcrete the same as concrete?
Hi all, If I want to set a new wooden post into the ground, what's the difference (FFS)? Concrete takes several hours or a day or two to set. Postcrete sets in a few minutes, several tens of seconds, even, so you don't have to support the post for nearly as long as you do with concrete.How do you mix cement for 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 aggregate). Concrete is always best mixed using a cement mixer to ensure it's even, but if you only need to mix a little, hand mixing is ok (see mixing concrete project above for tips on how to do this).How much is concrete per post?
Remember, the depth of the post hole should be one-half of the above-ground post height. (Example: For a 6 feet above ground post, use a post with an overall height of 9 feet and place 3 feet in the ground). The calculator will indicate the number of 50 lb. bags of QUIKRETE® Fast-Setting Concrete you need.Is Postcrete waterproof?
With just the addition of water and with no mixing required; Postcrete sets in 10 minutes and comes in handy 20kg weatherproof, tear resistant plastic bags. Minimum working temperature for Postcrete is 3 degrees centigrade.Can you mix Postcrete in a bucket?
Dig hole, pour in bucket of water, pour in bag of postcrete. No mixing.How long does postfix take to set?
One bag is sufficient to support a post in a hole measuring 250mm x 250mm x 350mm. INITIAL SETTING TIME: Typically 5-10 minutes depending on ambient conditions. COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: Typically above 2 N/mm2 @ 1 hour. Typically above 3 N/mm2 @ 4 hours.What is Postcrete?
A ready-to-use blend of selected sand, cement and additives formulated for fixing wooden, concrete and metal posts. USES. To fix all types of wood, metal and concrete posts. DESCRIPTION. POSTCRETE is ready to use.Do you need to concrete 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 soil, but in looser soil, concrete is the only thing that will truly keep your fence posts stuck in place.How much does a wooden post cost?
Posts of weather-resistant wood (cedar, redwood or pressure-treated pine) cost $2-$40 each depending on type of wood, length, width and quantity purchased. For example, Cobb Lumber[1] in Texas sells a 2'x6. 5' post for $3.71 and a 7"x10' corner post for $27.25. Vinyl fence posts typically cost $10-$50 or more each.How deep should fence posts be?
Dig post hole so diameter of the hole is 3 times the width of the post (i.e., the hole for a 4” wood post should be about 12 inches wide). The depth of the hole should be 1/3-1/2 the post height above ground (i.e., a 6-foot tall fence would require a hole depth of at least 2 feet).How do I stop my fence post from rotting?
Tamp down the gravel. You can use concrete, if desired, but the moisture in the concrete can sometimes cause wooden posts to rot more quickly, while the gravel allows water to drain quickly away from the fence post and into the soil.Will concrete set in rain?
Rain falling on top of freshly laid concrete can damage the surface and compromise a level and floated finish. However, once the concrete has been finished (between 4-8 hours after pouring), and has set enough for walking on, the effects of rain should be minimal. 
