How do you set a 6x6 post in concrete?
- Dig the post hole, making it three times the width of the post and at a depth equal to 1/3 to 1⁄2 of the above-ground length of the post, plus ...
- Pour 6" of gravel or crushed stone into the bottom of the hole.
- Set the post in the hole.
How to mount a 6x6 steel pole above concrete?
Things You'll Need
- Post bracket
- Safety glasses
- Earplugs
- Hammer drill
- Masonry bit
- Tape measure
- Masking tape
- Shop vac
- Stainless-steel concrete sleeve anchors
- Wrench
How deep do you bury a 6x6 post?
The depth of your hole should be about 1/4 of the height of your post. For a 6x6 post, the diameter of the holes should be about 12 inches square. As a rule the width of your post hole should never be less than 10 inches. You want holes deep and wide enough to easily support a standard 4x4 post.
How much weight will a 6x6 post hold?
The capacity of a 12' tall 6x6 post varies greatly as described above. For maximum design load you should be safe using 400 psi, that's about 12,000 lbs. But you need to add up the loads based on values that go with your allowable stress. S
How to attach a porch post to concrete?
- Read safety and disclaimer pages
- Select with great care the wooden posts, to match the railings design
- Use a good drill machine with torque control
- Before fastening the posts, make sure they are plumb
How deep do you bury a 6x6 post?
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 pressure treated posts be set in concrete?
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How many bags of concrete do I need for a 6x6 post?
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What is the correct depth to set a 6th post in concrete?
Recommendation for depth—hole depth should be about 1/3 of the height of your post above ground. For example, a 6' tall fence requires a 2' deep hole and you'd need an 8' piece of lumber. And an 8' tall fence requires a 36” deep hole, so you'd need a 12' piece of lumber.
How long will a 6x6 treated 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 should I put between wood and concrete?
Anyplace where wood meets the ground or concrete, the lumber must be pressure treated. For additional moisture protection, a gasket or strip of closed-cell foam can be installed between the concrete foundation and the sill plate.
What size footings do I need for a 6x6 post?
FOOTINGS: - Poured concrete footings should be a minimum of 8” wider than the posts (4x4 post – 12” min. width, 6x6 post – 14” min. width), a two level deck or deck with roof – 24”x24”.
How do you set a 6x6 post by yourself?
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How do you anchor a 6x6 post in the ground?
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How do I keep my post level while concrete dries?
You need to level it in two directions with a 4-foot level. After getting it straight in the first direction, hold one of the braces against the post and drive a single screw to connect the brace to the post. You can then level and brace the post in the other direction and begin filling the hole.
Can you put dry concrete in a post hole?
0:131:37How to Set Posts in Concrete (without mixing) - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipBecause there is no mixing you simply pour it into the hole. Dry. Then add water when digging yourMoreBecause there is no mixing you simply pour it into the hole. Dry. Then add water when digging your post hole it is important that the diameter of the hole be three times the width of the post.
How deep should an 8 foot post be in the ground?
For an average fence post, about 6 to 8 feet tall, prepare to dig a post hole about 2 feet deep. To install a fence post, you'll need a shovel or post digger, a 6-foot level, soil, and gravel or crushed stone.
How do I set a concrete post?
1. Dig the post hole, making it three times the width of the post and at a depth equal to 1/3 to 1⁄2 of the above-ground length of the post, plus 6" (right). For loose or sandy soil, using a tube form is recommended (left). 2.
How long does it take for concrete to set?
The concrete sets up in 20 to 40 minutes, so you can quickly move on to the next stage of the project (a great convenience when setting fence posts) or backfill the hole to finish the job.