{"product_id":"anthracite-grey-aluminium-fence-post-base-cover-145mm","title":"Anthracite Grey Aluminium Fence Post Base Cover, Two Piece, 145mm Square, RAL 7016","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA two piece anthracite grey cover that hides the base plate and fixings at the foot of an aluminium fence post.\u003c\/strong\u003e Once a post is bolted down, the plate and screw heads are left on show. This cover is made in two halves that close around the post, giving a square, sloped skirt 145mm across with a 78mm square opening, powder coated anthracite grey RAL 7016. It sits over the plate and stands 40mm high. The price shown is for one cover, a pair of halves, with a minimum order of 5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e this cover is anthracite grey. The black version is linked in the table below, and the base plate it covers is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin:16px 0\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/anthracite-grey-aluminium-fence-post-base-cover-145mm-drawing.jpg?width=1200\" alt=\"Drawing of the anthracite grey two piece aluminium fence post base cover, 145mm square with a 78mm opening\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:760px;height:auto;margin:0 auto\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy this cover works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt hides the fixings.\u003c\/strong\u003e A sloped skirt around the post foot covers the plate edge, the screw heads and any rough edge of the slab, so the post looks like it comes straight out of the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt goes on after the post is up.\u003c\/strong\u003e Because it is split into two pieces, you do not need to slide it down over the top of the post. Each half closes around the post from the side and the halves hold together with a small tab and slot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe slope sheds water.\u003c\/strong\u003e The top of the cover falls away from the post, so rain runs off to the surface rather than pooling round the foot of the post.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn short: it hides the plate, fits after the post is erected and sheds water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it is used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the foot of aluminium fence posts that are bolted down on slabs, paving and plinths: yard boundaries, car park screens, bin store enclosures and terrace fences. It is for posts that stand on a plate, not for posts set into the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne two piece base cover, minimum order 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowder coated anthracite grey, RAL 7016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e145 x 145mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOpening for the post\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e78mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40mm, with a 15mm sloped top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePieces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo halves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFixings supplied\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 0.24 kg each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right cover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe opening is 78mm and our aluminium fence post is 76mm across, so the cover closes around it with a small allowance. The cover is 145mm square, which is wider than the 136 x 100mm base plates we sell in black and in anthracite, so it sits over either plate. Choose the colour that matches your post. This one is anthracite grey RAL 7016.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYour post\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChoose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnthracite grey aluminium fence post\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis anthracite grey cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack aluminium fence post\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aluminium-fence-post-base-cover\"\u003eAluminium fence post base cover, black\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee also \u003ca href=\"\/products\/premium-aluminium-fence-post-2350mm-1\"\u003ethe anthracite aluminium fence post, 2350mm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFix the base plate and stand the post first. Offer the two halves to the post from opposite sides, press them together so the tab and slot engage, and check the cover sits flat on the plate and the surface. If it will not seat, check that the plate is flat and that the post is square. Do not force the halves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash the powder coat with warm water and a little detergent. Lift the cover now and then to check the plate fixings underneath, then close it again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the price for one cover?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the price is for one cover, both halves together, and the minimum order is 5. If you need a larger quantity, call us and we will confirm availability before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it come in two pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It is made in two halves that close around the post, so you can fit it after the post is already fixed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill it fit my post and plate?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe opening is 78mm, made for our 76mm aluminium fence post, and the 145mm outside size covers the 136 x 100mm base plate. If your post or plate is different, call us before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use it outdoors?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is a powder coated aluminium part made for the foot of outdoor fence posts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering and delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder 5 or more online, with Express UK Delivery to your site and same-day dispatch on orders before 2pm, Monday to Friday. For a larger job, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk and we will confirm availability and delivery before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Industrial Supplies Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63254519054723,"sku":"SSHF-946371-01","price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/anthracite-grey-aluminium-fence-post-base-cover-145mm-in-use.jpg?v=1794148099","url":"https:\/\/industrialsuppliesco.co.uk\/products\/anthracite-grey-aluminium-fence-post-base-cover-145mm","provider":"industrialsuppliesco.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}