{"product_id":"uc4-treated-square-gate-posts-pyramid-top-flat-end","title":"UC4 Treated Square Gate Posts, Pyramid Top or Flat End, 2.4m or 3.0m, 150mm to 200mm Square","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese square softwood gate posts are green pressure treated to Use Class 4 (UC4), the treatment class intended for timber in contact with the ground. They are made to serve as the hanging and shutting posts of a gate, carrying its weight and taking the strain of it being opened and closed. Available now are the Pyramid Top at 2.4m in 150mm, 175mm and 200mm square sections, and the Flat End at 3.0m × 150mm × 150mm. Five Flat End options are currently unavailable, as listed in the specifications below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUC4 treatment for ground contact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse Class 4 is the class for timber that is set in the ground or in permanent contact with soil, which is exactly where the bottom third of a gate post sits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA choice of top\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pyramid top is cut to a point on four faces, so rain runs off rather than sitting on the end grain, and it gives the post a finished look. The flat end is left square, which means it can be cut down to the exact height you need on site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSections to suit the gate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach post is a solid square section, from 150mm × 150mm up to 200mm × 200mm. A bigger section gives more bulk for wider or heavier gates, while the smaller section suits lighter garden and pedestrian gates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKnow the limits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe timber species, whether the posts are kiln dried, and the weight of each size are not published for this line. Any cut made on site exposes untreated timber inside the post, so cut ends need treating. Softwood posts of these sections are heavy, so plan for two people to lift and set each one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it's used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese posts are typically used for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eField and farm gates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveway gates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden gates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedestrian gates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntrance posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGate post\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen pressure treated, UC4 (ground contact)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSquare section\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTop options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePyramid Top or Flat End\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePyramid Top 2.4m × 150mm × 150mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePyramid Top 2.4m × 175mm × 175mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePyramid Top 2.4m × 200mm × 200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat End 3.0m × 150mm × 150mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrently unavailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat End 2.4m × 150mm × 150mm; Flat End 3.0m × 175mm × 175mm; Flat End 3.0m × 200mm × 200mm; Flat End 2.7m × 150mm × 150mm; Flat End 2.4m × 175mm × 175mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTimber species\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKiln dried\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published for this line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right option\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are three choices: the top, the length and the section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick the pyramid top if you want a neat finished post that sheds water from its end grain and you are happy with the height it gives. Pick the flat end if you need to trim the post to a particular height on site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength.\u003c\/strong\u003e As a guide, bury about one third of a gate post's length. A 2.4m post set this way stands roughly 1.6m above ground, and a 3.0m post roughly 2.0m. Choose the length that gives the height you need once the buried depth is allowed for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSection.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 150mm × 150mm post suits lighter gates such as garden and pedestrian gates. The 175mm × 175mm and 200mm × 200mm posts are better for wider or heavier gates, such as field, farm and driveway gates. The hanging post carries the gate on its hinges, so if you are unsure, use the larger section for that side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt present, the 3.0m length is available only as a Flat End 150mm × 150mm post, and the 175mm and 200mm sections are available only with a pyramid top at 2.4m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation, use \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArrange two people for lifting before the posts arrive. Dig each hole so that about one third of the post will be buried, then set the post in concrete or in backfill compacted in layers. Stand the hanging post plumb, checking two adjacent faces, and brace it until the concrete has set or the backfill has firmed up. Mark the hinge positions with the gate swing and ground clearance in mind, and set the shutting post at the right distance for the gate width and latch. If you cut a flat end post to height, treat the cut end with a suitable end grain preservative before fitting. Use galvanised hinges, latches and fixings. Check the posts and fittings from time to time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does UC4 mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUC4 stands for Use Class 4, the treatment class for timber used in contact with the ground, such as a post set into soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I cut the post to length?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The flat end posts are suited to cutting to height on site. Cutting exposes untreated timber, so treat every cut surface before the post goes up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich section do I need for a heavy gate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the 175mm × 175mm or 200mm × 200mm section for wider or heavier gates. The 150mm × 150mm section is better suited to lighter garden and pedestrian gates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow heavy are the posts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeights are not published for this line. The posts are heavy, so two people should handle each one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering \u0026amp; delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA minimum order of 2 posts applies, shown when you add to basket. Delivery charges and lead times are shown at checkout. Please make sure there is suitable access at the delivery address for unloading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Industrial Supplies Co","offers":[{"title":"Pyramid Top \/ 2.4m \/ 150mm x 150mm","offer_id":63293206200707,"sku":"SSHF-479724-01","price":104.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pyramid Top \/ 2.4m \/ 175mm x 175mm","offer_id":63293206233475,"sku":"SSHF-479724-02","price":185.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pyramid Top \/ 2.4m \/ 200mm x 200mm","offer_id":63293206266243,"sku":"SSHF-479724-03","price":218.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flat End \/ 3.0m \/ 150mm x 150mm","offer_id":63293206299011,"sku":"SSHF-479724-04","price":114.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/square-treated-gate-post-pyramid-top-set-field-entrance-eac5307c-000f-4da4-89b8-93718978a5bb.jpg?v=1794595584","url":"https:\/\/industrialsuppliesco.co.uk\/products\/uc4-treated-square-gate-posts-pyramid-top-flat-end","provider":"industrialsuppliesco.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}