How much are 6x6 treated posts?
Woodlife® CopperCoat™ Exterior Green Wood Preservative - . 88 gal....AC2® 6 x 6 #2 Critical Structural Green Pressure Treated Timber at Menards®Everyday Low Price$216.2911% Mail-In Rebate Good Through 6/19/22$23.79
What lengths do 6x6 posts come in?
Product SpecificationsSize & Dimension6-inch x 6-inchLength22-ftSize & Dimension.15Wood TreatmentTreatedWood SpecieYellow Pine3 more rows
How long does a 6x6 pressure treated post last?
Whether for framing only or the decking too, pressure treated lumber lasts a long time. Pressure treated lumber exposed to freeze-thaw and wet-dry cycles without care or maintenance will last about 9-years. With proper maintenance and treatment, the same deck will last 40 plus years.
How much does a 12 foot pressure treated 6x6 weigh?
Table of Pressure-Treated Lumber WeightsWeight of Pressure-Treated Lumber4 x 123.5 x 11.2511.224 x 143.5 x 13.2513.214 x 163.5 inch x 15.25 inch15.2 lbs6 x 65.5 x 5.58.6152 more rows
How deep should a 6X6 post be in the ground?
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). Add about 6 inches of QUIKRETE All-Purpose Gravel into the bottom of the hole.
Can a 6X6 span 10 feet?
To answer you question, no a 6X6 will not carry that span, even if you have only a roof to support. The strength is in the height of the beam, not so much for the width.
Should pressure treated posts be set in concrete?
With pressure-treated posts, the rot will be slow. We have three ways to solve the rotten post problem. First, the posts should be set on top of a bed of coarse gravel 3 to 6 inches deep, so the base of the post is in contact with the gravel. Concrete should be poured around the post - no concrete under the post.
How long will a treated 6x6 post last in concrete?
A PT post will last a long time in concrete, maybe 5 to 10 years in soil alone. I suggest you embed the post in concrete, trowel a peak around the post so water runs off, and don't let the PT post come in contact with the ground.
What lasts longer cedar or pressure treated wood?
When it comes to comparing treated wood vs. cedar, pressure-treated wood is the sturdier and more weather-proof of the two. It's highly resistant to insect attack and rot, and special versions rated for “ground contact” can be buried in soil and will continue to shrug off decay for decades.
How much weight can a 6x6 post support vertically?
The load capacity of a 3-foot #2 grade 4×4 is 17,426 pounds, and a similar 6×6 is 20,834 pounds or 16% better. However, an 8-foot 4×4 supports 6468-pounds and 2339-pounds at 14-feet, while a 6×6 is 18032 and 10550-pounds respectively – or 64% and 78% more load capacity.
How much weight can a 6x6 support horizontally?
A 6x6 with 12' span can support 2000 lbs. if you assume a conservative 1400psi bending stress. If you do a good job bonding the two members together, your double 6x6 can support more than 4,000 lbs.
How heavy is a 6x6x8 treated post?
They are solid and heavy about 95 pounds. Two people can easily move them.
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Western Red Cedar post and timbers are suitable for a broad range of functional and decorative applications. Their structural design values, beautiful appearance, natural durability and dimensional stability make them an excellent choice for exposed or interior applications in residential, recreational and commercial projects.
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Building Code Approved
Pressure-treated decking is building code approved for use in decking in above-ground or ground contact applications.
Extend The Life Of Your Deck
Your maintenance efforts will give you a pressure-treated project that looks bright and fresh for years to come!
Preventative Maintenance Plan
1. Depending on the location of your outdoor project with regard to direct sun exposure, foliage coverage, etc., it may be sufficient to clean/brighten and recoat every two years. 2. If you decide to wait two or more years to perform your next cleaning/brightening, you may want to use a power washer.
Choosing The Right Stain Or Paint
When determining the right stain and paint for your deck, consider what color will best enhance the wood's finish.
Paint or Stain Tips
If you desire to paint or stain the treated wood project, it is important that the wood be dry enough to accept a coating. The best way to determine if the wood is sufficiently dry to paint or stain is to sprinkle droplets of water onto the wood. If the water droplets are absorbed, the wood is ready to be painted or stained.
Post Caps
Post caps add the finishing touch to your deck, porch, or fence project. What's more, they protect your post from nature's elements.